Pharmacy Assistant

Job summary

The Pharmacy Assistant will process prescriptions, manage inventory, and prepare multi-dose blister packs under pharmacist supervision. They are also responsible for providing warm customer service and operating point-of-sale systems for insurance billing.

Job details

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for Part-Time Pharmacy Assistants to join our team at Rx Drug Mart in Wingham, 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 (on-the-job training will be provided) Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmacy software (training will be provided) 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: There are two shifts available: Shift 1: Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-3:00 PM Shift 2: Monday 3:00 PM–8:00 PM, Thursday & Friday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM 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 process prescriptions, manage inventory, and prepare multi-dose blister packs under pharmacist supervision. They are also responsible for providing warm customer service and operating point-of-sale systems for insurance billing.

Requirements

Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred, along with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Candidates must be able to stand for long periods and work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Listed skills

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

Other relevant skills

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• Pharmacy software
• Blister packs
• Compliance packaging
• Prescription processing
• Inventory control
• POS
• Billing
• Customer service
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Communication skills
• Microsoft Office
• 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
• Multitasking
• Time Management
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

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