Pharmacy Assistant – Markham, ON

Pharmasave Canada; Markham; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Job summary

Pharmasave 2 Care Pharmacy in Markham is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant for full-time or part-time work starting in October 2026. The role involves greeting patients, handling prescriptions, entering data in a pharmacy system, and assisting pharmacists in daily tasks.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with computer systems. Training is provided, and staff discounts are offered in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as Pharmacy Assistant preferred; training provided.
• Experience with Kroll Pharmacy Software is an asset.
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Professional, reliable and able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Receive prescription drop-offs and refill requests.
• Enter prescription information accurately into the pharmacy management system.
• Prepare prescription labels and assist with prescription filling under pharmacist supervision.
• Process insurance claims and resolve routine third-party billing issues.
• Answer telephone calls and direct inquiries appropriately.
• Maintain accurate patient profiles and confidential records.
• Manage inventory, receive orders, stock shelves, and monitor medication expiry dates.
• Assist with medication packaging and compliance blister packs.
• Support pharmacists with administrative duties and daily workflow.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Strong computer skills

Team player

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Kroll Pharmacy Software

Job description

Pharmasave 2 Care Pharmacy has an opportunity available for a pharmacy assistant on a full-time or part-time basis starting in October 2026.

Pharmasave 2 Care is a modern, independently owned, community pharmacy located in Cornell in the City of Markham. We are committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered care while fostering strong relationships with our patients, local healthcare providers, and community organizations. We value exceptional customer service.

Whether you’re looking for a welcoming place to build your career or enjoy a balanced lifestyle, Pharmasave 2 Care Pharmacy provides an excellent opportunity.

About Our Pharmacy

• Pharmacists practicing to full scope
• Kroll pharmacy software
• Modernized layout to support clinical care
• Greet and assist patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Receive prescription drop-offs and refill requests.
• Enter prescription information accurately into the pharmacy management system.
• Prepare prescription labels and assist with prescription filling under the supervision of the pharmacist.
• Process insurance claims and resolve routine third-party billing issues.
• Answer telephone calls and direct inquiries appropriately.
• Maintain accurate patient profiles and confidential records.
• Manage inventory, receive orders, stock shelves, and monitor medication expiry dates.
• Keep the pharmacy clean and organized.
• Assist with medication packaging, compliance blister packs, and other pharmacy services.
• Support pharmacists with administrative duties and daily workflow.
• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Assistant is preferred; training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Experience with Kroll Pharmacy Software is considered an asset.
• Another language considered an asset.
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Professional, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Full-time or Part-time, permanent
• Flexible schedule
• $18-20/hour depending on experience
• Staff discount

Pharmacy Hours That Support Work-life Balance

• Monday – Thursday: 9:30 AM -6:00 PM
• Friday: 9:30PM-5:00 PM
• Weekends: closed

With over 900+ stores across the country, Pharmasave is one of Canada’s leading independent pharmacy and drugstore retailers. Since being founded in 1981, Pharmasave has focused on building a national platform of community-based retail outlets designed to provide customers with exceptional service, products and advice.

Each Pharmasave store operates independently to serve its individual community, which ensures both programs and services tailored to the needs of customers and a commitment to helping all customers. Live Well With Pharmasave, Canada’s community pharmacy.

• We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
• AI will not be used to screen applications.

Address

2 – 3028 Bur Oak Avenue

Markham

L6B 0R1

ON

Contact

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Owners

Amal Nakhla

Omar Haddad

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