Pharmacy Assistant - PT

Pharmasave #406 is looking for a part-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. 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 of 1 to 3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy setting, with a foundational understanding of pharmacy operations and business practices. Highly skilled in the use of Kroll, with strong accuracy and efficiency in prescription data entry. Demonstrates a solid understanding of Pharmacare/insurance billing processes and clinical services flagging. 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: 16 to 24 hours per week (Part-time) The store operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule, including opening, closing, and weekend shifts, as needed to meet business requirements. 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.

The Pharmacy Assistant supports pharmacists by managing prescription data entry, packaging medications, and maintaining inventory levels. They also provide patient-focused care by greeting customers and handling clerical duties such as insurance claims and filing.

Candidates must have 1 to 3 years of experience in a retail pharmacy setting and proficiency with Kroll software. Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is considered an asset, along with strong communication and organizational skills.

• Clinical carePreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Pharmacy operations
• Kroll software
• Prescription data entry
• Insurance billing
• Pharmacare
• Inventory management
• Patient care
• Clerical tasks
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Pharmacy Operations
• Inventory Monitoring
• Professionalism
• Organizational Skills
• Pharmacy Experience
• Patient-Centered Care
• Auditing
• Billing
• Business Requirements
• Clerical Works
• Communication
• Data Entry
• Packaging And Labeling
• Medical Prescription
• Telephone Skills
• Stock Rotation
• Filing
• Greeting Customers
• Detail Oriented

• Healthcare
• Retail
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative
• Pharmacy Assistant
• Pharmacy Aide
• Pharmaceutical Technicians and Assistants
• Pharmacy Aides

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

24 hours per week