Pharmacy Assistant

Neighbourly Pharmacy Inc.; Yarmouth; On-site; CAD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Job summary

Neighbourly Pharmacy is seeking a Part-Time Pharmacy Assistant to join the team at Pharmasave Spears & Mcleod in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. The role supports pharmacists, greets customers, assists with prescriptions, and helps with inventory and daily operations.

Ideal candidates will have a pharmacy assistant program or relate experience, strong communication, and organizational skills, plus basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and Kroll software. Evening and weekend availability is valued.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and Kroll pharmacy software.
• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred.
• Previous experience within a pharmacy is an asset.
• Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care.
• Greet customers and answer phone calls in a professional manner.
• Enter, label, and package prescriptions under supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician.
• Accurately count, measure, and package medications according to established protocols.
• Receive and stock medication and supply shipments, monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and support inventory audits.
• Keep the pharmacy area clean and organized; safely dispose of expired medications and hazardous waste.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Pharmacy assistant program

Tools

Kroll pharmacy software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Part-Time Pharmacy Assistant to join our amazing team at Pharmasave Spears & Mcleod in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia.

Patient Focused Care Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care
• Greet customers and answer phone calls in a professional manner
• Assist with entering, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician
• Accurately count, measure, and package medications according to established protocols
• Receive and stock medication and supply shipments, monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and support inventory audits
• Keep the pharmacy area clean and organized; safely dispose of expired medications and hazardous waste in accordance with regulations
• Perform clerical tasks such as filing, faxing, scanning, and assist with insurance claims and prescription transfers
• Assist with daily pharmacy operations and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred
• Previous experience within a pharmacy is an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and Kroll pharmacy software
• Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers

Schedule

• Store hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 - 5:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed

Who We Are

Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada's largest and fastest growing network of community pharmacies. Our 300+ locations from coast to coast are united by one priority: our patients! We strive to uphold each pharmacy's tradition of providing outstanding patient care by offering accessible healthcare with a personal touch of kindness in each community we serve. We are proud to be 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.

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

While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.