Pharmacy Assistant (Full-Time)

Neighbourly Pharmacy; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy network in Canada is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to support the pharmacy team in providing exceptional patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with prescriptions, managing inventory, and performing clerical tasks. Candidates should ideally have completed a pharmacy assistant program and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. The role offers competitive wages and comprehensive health benefits, along with opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Paid vacation

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift boxes/containers when needed.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Previous experience in a pharmacy is an asset, on-the-job training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care.
• Greet customers and answer phone calls professionally.
• Assist with entering, labeling, and packaging prescriptions.
• Monitor inventory levels and support inventory audits.
• Perform clerical tasks such as filing and assist with insurance claims.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to thrive in a team environment

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with pharmacy software Kroll

Education

Completion of a pharmacy assistant program

Job description

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a full‑time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team at Boylans Pharmasave i in Medicine Hat, AB.

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 (on‑the‑job training will be provided)
• 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 pharmacy software Kroll
• Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• 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 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.

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