Pharmacy Assistant (2026-0829)

Job summary

The Pharmacy Assistant is responsible for preparing client-specific medications and operating pharmacy equipment efficiently. They also support pharmacy administration by maintaining inventory control and providing high-quality customer service.

Job details

Here’s your chance to be a part of our story! Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team. At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most. With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career. Help us make a difference and connect with us today! Position Details Position Status: Casual Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Pharmacy BW Hours: 0.00 FTE: 0.00 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0845-1700 Union: Non Union GSS Rate of Pay: According to qualifications and experience PCN: N/A Date Competition closes: September 02, 2026 The Opportunity Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Program Director, Pharmacy Services, this support position is responsible for performing routine duties associated with preparing client-specific medications, such as the efficient use of pharmacy equipment and processing orders. This position also supports the administration of pharmacy services, including maintaining inventory control and other related duties as required. The duties of this position are carried out in an environment focused on customer service. Qualifications & Experience: - A Pharmacy Assistant certificate or diploma is preferred. - Basic Computer skills (MS Office and FileMaker) required. - Experience in a long term or acute care hospital pharmacy is preferred. - Experience in a community pharmacy may be considered. \n \n About Carewest: We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest. We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us. Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources, and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, ATIA, POPA, and InfoCare Behaviours, is required. Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.

What you’ll do

The Pharmacy Assistant is responsible for preparing client-specific medications and operating pharmacy equipment efficiently. They also support pharmacy administration by maintaining inventory control and providing high-quality customer service.

Requirements

A Pharmacy Assistant certificate or diploma is preferred for this role. Candidates should possess basic computer skills and have experience in a long-term, acute care, or community pharmacy setting.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Pharmacy Operations · Preferred
• Inventory Control · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• MS-Office · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Pharmacy operations
• Medication preparation
• Inventory control
• Customer service
• MS Office
• FileMaker
• Pharmacy equipment operation
• Data entry
• Record keeping
• Accountability
• Compassion
• Microsoft Excel
• Customer Service
• Computer Literacy
• Continuing Care
• Innovation
• Inventory Management
• Legislation
• Microsoft Office
• Rehabilitation
• Teamwork

Job areas

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