Pharmacy Assistant - Central Fill

Neighbourly Pharmacy Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in community pharmacy seeks a full-time Central Fill Assistant to join their Burnaby location. The role includes assembling medications, operating packaging equipment, and ensuring quality in a clean environment. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a background in pharmacy assistance for a fulfilling career in healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Paid vacation

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• Experience in a Central Fill setting or Long-Term Care Pharmacy preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble prescription medications in compliance with quality standards.
• Operate automated packaging equipment and manage production efficiency.
• Handle inventory, including ordering and receiving supplies.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to Detail

Education

Completion of pharmacy assistant program

Tools

Kroll pharmacy software

Synmed automation systems

Job description

3246 Beta Ave, Burnaby, BC V5G 4K4, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a full-time Central Fill Assistant to join our team at Neighbourly BC Central Fill Solutions in Burnaby, BC.

The schedule will include weekday shifts, including evenings, and Saturdays 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Responsibilities :

• This role is responsible for performing specific central fill functions as outlined by provincial regulations and standards of practice.
• Assemble prescription medications in compliance with the company's quality and productivity standards.
• Assemble the products continuously and repetitively in a clean environment.
• Pulling, counting, labelling, and compounding prescriptions.
• Preparation of compliance packaging for LTC homes.
• Operation of automated packaging equipment.
• Inventory, ordering, processing, and receiving.
• Preparation of orders, checking and fixing packaging before delivery.
• Handle small materials for assembly.
• Keep the workplace clean, neat, and professional.
• Carry out checks to ensure the quality of the work done.
• Identify problems and causes related to production and notify your supervisor.
• Ensure manufacturing process efficiency and accuracy.
• Requisition of supplies and materials.
• Perform production processes both accurately and timely.
• Manage operation machinery aligned with the computer system.
• Provide strategic solutions to ensure production objectives are met.
• Miscellaneous tasks to support the Pharmacy Manager, Pharmacists, and central fill operations.

Qualifications :

• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred
• Experience in a Central Fill setting or Long-Term Care Pharmacy is considered an asset
• Familiarity with Synmed automation systems (or similar automated dispensing systems) is an advantage
• Proficiency in Kroll pharmacy software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Opportunity for career growth and professional development support

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 Pharmacyis 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.

3246 Beta Ave, Burnaby, BC V5G 4K4, Canada