Pharmacy Assistant

Job summary

The Pharmacy Assistant will support daily operations by processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and performing billing tasks. They are also responsible for providing professional customer service and ensuring accuracy in medication packaging and dispensing.

Job details

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Part-Time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team at Medical Centre Pharmacy in Brooklin, Ontario. Compensation listed is a starting point only and will be determined based on candidate experience. Patient Focused Care Responsibilities: Blister Packs & Compliance Packaging: Filling and sealing multi-dose blister packs accurately. Prescription Processing: Entering patient, insurance, and doctor data into pharmacy software. Dispensing Support: Counting pills, measuring liquids, and labeling under pharmacist supervision. Inventory Control: Checking stock, ordering supplies, and removing expired products. POS & Billing: Operating cash registers and processing third-party insurance claims Attention to Detail: Double-checking work to ensure zero medication errors Focus & Concentration: Maintaining accuracy during repetitive packaging tasks. Customer Service: Assisting patients warmly and professionally in person and by phone. Time Management: Multitasking efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork: Working seamlessly with pharmacists and technicians to meet deadlines. 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 Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmacy software (Fillware, 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 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

What you’ll do

The Pharmacy Assistant will support daily operations by processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and performing billing tasks. They are also responsible for providing professional customer service and ensuring accuracy in medication packaging and dispensing.

Requirements

Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred, along with previous pharmacy experience. Candidates must possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in pharmacy software.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Point-of-sale systems · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Inventory Control · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Billing · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Pharmacy software
• Fillware
• Kroll
• Prescription processing
• Inventory control
• Customer service
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Teamwork
• POS
• Billing
• Data entry
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Pharmacy Operations
• Patient Assistance
• Organizational Skills
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Patient-Centered Care
• Blister Packs
• Cash Register
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Packaging And Labeling
• Inventory Control
• Medical Error Reporting
• Medical Prescription
• Microsoft Office
• Multitasking
• Time Management
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

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