Pharmacy Assistant

Neighbourly Pharmacy; Swan River, Milton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Pharmacy Assistants to join their growing team. This role involves supporting pharmacists in dispensing medications and ensuring smooth pharmacy operations. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a professional attitude. Join a company that values its employees and offers opportunities for career growth while making a meaningful impact on community health. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Preference for candidates with retail pharmacy experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in dispensing medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintain pharmacy cleanliness and assist with inventory control.

Skills

Retail Pharmacy Experience

Kroll Experience

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Job description

Friday, April 4, 2025

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for Part-time Pharmacy Assistants to join our Swan River, MB location atScales Drug Store .

About Us:

NeighbourlyPharmacy is Canada's largest and fastest-growing network of communitypharmacies. With over 295+ locations, our team of experienced industry leaders is passionate about providing exceptional patient care to our communities. We have recently been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in helping our employees realize their career goals.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Store Operator/Pharmacy Manager and under the supervision of a pharmacist, this role is responsible for performing specific dispensing functions as outlined by provincial regulations and standards of practice.

• 18 to 24 hours per week.
• The usual shifts will be Mondays to Tuesdays and Thursdays to Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Dispensing

The pharmacy assistant must always be under the supervision of a pharmacist. All dispensing functions performed by a pharmacy assistant must follow provincial regulations and practice standards.

• Receive a written prescription from customers.
• Locate the medication, select the prescription container, and count/pour the medication.
• Attach the label to the prescription container.
• Ensure that the original container, prescription container contents, and label are checked and initialled by the pharmacist.
• Regularly phone customers for unclaimed prescriptions.

Pharmacy Operations

Perform other tasks as outlined by the pharmacy manager or staff pharmacists. To include:

• Keep all areas of the pharmacy clean, neat, and professional.
• Maintain adequate stock of pharmacy supplies.
• Answer the pharmacy telephone, except for the doctor’s line, which a pharmacist should answer.
• All doctors’ calls and inquiries regarding prescriptions, copies, drug information, and poisons must be referred to a pharmacist.
• Assist with third-party billing.
• Set up a schedule for outdated pharmaceuticals.
• Assist with inventory control.
• Assist with checking off and putting away pharmaceutical orders.
• Maintain stocks of pamphlets/consumer information.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Preference will be given to those who have retail Pharmacy experience.
• Retail Pharmacy experience is an asset.
• Kroll experience is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and have experience multi-tasking.
• Professional attitude and ability to communicate well with customers and co-workers.
• Due to this position’s sensitive nature, the successful candidate must complete a Criminal Record Check.

Schedule:

• 6 to 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Neighbourly Pharmacyis an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to delivering accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.