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Pharmacy Assistant

  • Surrey, BC
  • On-site
  • Posted Nov 6, 2026
  • 1 position

$19+ / hour

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Employment type
Full-time
Minimum education
Professional degree
Posting language
English

Job summary

The Pharmacy Assistant supports pharmacists and technicians by preparing prescriptions, managing inventory, and maintaining a clean pharmacy environment. They also provide professional customer service, handle clerical duties, and assist with insurance claims.

Job details

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Full-Time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team at Pharmasave Cloverdale in Surrey, British Columbia. The listed compensation is a starting point and will be determined based on the candidate's experience. 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, labeling, 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: Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred Previous experience within a pharmacy is an asset Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Kroll pharmacy software 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 Schedule: Pharmacy hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Availability to work flexible hours, including some weekends, is required Compensation & Benefits: Competitive wages Paid vacation Comprehensive health and dental benefits Opportunity for career growth and professional development support 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 supports pharmacists and technicians by preparing prescriptions, managing inventory, and maintaining a clean pharmacy environment. They also provide professional customer service, handle clerical duties, and assist with insurance claims.

Requirements

Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred, along with previous pharmacy experience. Candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Kroll software being an asset.

Benefits

  • Paid vacation
  • Health benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Professional development support

Listed skills

  • Pharmacy Operations · Preferred
  • Clinical care · Preferred
  • Inventory management · Preferred
  • Microsoft Office · Preferred
  • Communication Skills · Preferred
  • Attention to detail · Preferred
  • Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Pharmacy operations
  • Patient care
  • Prescription labeling
  • Inventory management
  • Clerical tasks
  • Insurance claims
  • Kroll pharmacy software
  • Microsoft Office
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Detail Oriented
  • Organizational Skills
  • Professionalism
  • Auditing
  • Clerical Works
  • Medical Prescription
  • Packaging And Labeling
  • Telephone Skills
  • Filing
  • Greeting Customers
  • Stock Rotation
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Pharmacy Operations

Job areas

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

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