Pharmacy Assistant - PT

Neighbourly Pharmacy; Sidney; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Pharmasave #205 Sidney in Sidney, BC seeks a Part-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team. This role supports pharmacists and technicians, greets customers, handles prescription entries, counts and packages medications, and assists with inventory and daily operations.

Flexible hours include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Prior retail pharmacy experience is preferred. Join a community-focused team dedicated to patient care and service excellence.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail setting.
• Proficiency with Kroll and accurate prescription data entry is an asset.
• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; team-oriented.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift boxes occasionally.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists and technicians in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Greet customers and answer phone calls professionally.
• Assist with entering, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under supervision.
• Accurately count, measure, and package medications per protocol.
• Receive and stock medications; monitor inventory and rotate stock.
• Keep the pharmacy area clean and dispose of expired medications safely.
• Handle clerical tasks: filing, faxing, scanning, insurance claims, transfers.
• Support daily pharmacy operations and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Flexible hours

Education

Pharmacy assistant program

Tools

Kroll

Job description

Pharmasave #205 Sidney is looking for a Part-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Sidney, British Columbia.

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, labelling, 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

• Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy witha preliminary understanding of the pharmacy business is preferred.
• Proficiency with Kroll, along with a high level of accuracy and efficiency in prescription data entry, is considered an asset.
• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Schedule

• The store operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Candidates should have availability on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for 8-hour shifts scheduled anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

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.