Pharmacy assistant jobs in Canada (2,929 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,929
Employers: 159

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $22.02Across 145 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%1 listing
Hybrid: <1%1 listing
On-site: >99%2,927 listings

Employers hiring include Shoppers Drug Mart (1,490), Loblaw Companies Limited (374), Walmart Canada (144).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Pharmacy assistant jobs in Canada

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(CAN) Pharmacy assistant
Walmart
Bradford West Gwillimbury, Ontario
- Full-time
The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity to provide patient…
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Pharmacy Assistant
Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD
Hamilton, Ontario
- Part-time
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(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart
Pickering, Ontario
- Part-time
The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity to provide patient…
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Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Part-time
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Pharmacy Assistant
Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD
Kingston, Ontario
- $20 to $21 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Lindsay, Ontario
- Part-time
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(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart
Moncton, New Brunswick
- Part-time
The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity to provide patient…
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Pharmacy Assistant (Entry Level - Training Provided)
CareRx Corporation
Cambridge, Ontario
- Full-time
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant (Entry level- Tra
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Pharmacy Assistant- Afternoon Shift (Entry level- Training Provided)
CareRx Corporation
Oakville, Ontario
- Full-time
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant- Afternoon Shift
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Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
London, Ontario
- Part-time
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Pharmacy Assistant I - FT
Sobeys
NS · Dartmouth, Nova
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Pharmacy Assistant (Training Provided) 1 Year Contract
CareRx Corporation
Ontario
- Full-time
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant (Entry level- Tra
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Pharmacy Assistant
Cencora
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Assist Pharmacist or the Registered Pharmacy Technician in filling prescriptions;
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Pharmacy Assistant - Part-Time (On site, Mississauga, ON)
Felix
Mississauga, ON
- $20 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Felix Pharmacy is proud to be a fully Canadian-owned and operated mail-order pharmacy, located in Mississauga, Ontario. Our model is built around a strong focus on delivering safe,…
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Pharmacy Assistant
Save-On-Foods
Port Alberni, British Columbia
- Part-time
We are hiring for a Pharmacy Assistant at our locatio
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(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
- Part-time
The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity to provide patient…
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Pharmacy Assistant
Cencora
Edmonton, Alberta · CAN > AB > Edmonton > Savaryn
- Full-time
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Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Lloydminster, Alberta
- Part-time
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Pharmacy Assistant - Training Provided
CareRx Corporation
Ottawa, Ontario
- Full-time
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant (Entry level- Tra
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(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart
Vaughan, Ontario
- Part-time
The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity to provide patient…
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Pharmacy Student Pharmacy Assistant (Seasonal) - Taber Pharmacy
Co-op
Taber, Alberta
- Part-time
South Country Co-op is currently seeking a Pharmacy Student to join our team as a Pharmacy Assistant. This seasonal position will be based at our Pharmacy, located Taber, AB. If you are…
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Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart
Atholville, New Brunswick
- Full-time
The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity to provide patient…
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Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Night
Loblaw Companies Limited
Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Part-time
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Pharmacy Assistant -Training Provided
CareRx Corporation
Ottawa, Ontario
- Full-time
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant (Entry level- Tra
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Pharmacy Assistant
Save-On-Foods
Surrey, British Columbia · Fleetwood - Surrey BC
- Part-time
We are hiring for a Pharmacy Assistant at our Fleetwo

Cencora

Pharmacy Assistant

Edmonton, AB, T6X 1Z9, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 4, 2026

Original job description

Job Details

This role is in support of Cencora's patient and provider support and pharma commercialization services in Canada marketed through our Innomar Strategies business.

Responsibilities:

Assist Pharmacist or the Registered Pharmacy Technician in filling prescriptions;
Assist patients picking up prescriptions;
Enter, scan and process prescriptions using Kroll Pharmacy software
Maintain accurate data in pharmacy files and computer drives;
Verify that customer receives correct prescription(s);
Maintain workflow through effective task prioritization and teamwork
Answer the phone and respond to inquires from internal and external customers
Screen telephone calls for the Pharmacist(s);
Order, receive and maintain inventory of medications;
Prepare and process billings, claims, disbursements and related documents;
Review invoices or other documentation;
Pack and ship prescription orders according to established protocols
Maintain pharmacy records
Report Adverse Events in accordance with provincial regulatory standards and, where applicable, internal and contractual obligations
Assist in general housekeeping and administrative duties; and
The Pharmacy Assistant will also be assigned other duties and tasks as required from time to time.
May be required to be on standby/ on call as part of this role.

Education:

High school diploma preferred;

Work Experience:

Pharmacy experience an asset;

Skills and Knowledge:

Working knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution industry
Strong analytical and mathematical skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Effective interpersonal and leadership skills
Effective organizational skills; attention to detail
Ability to consistently meet deadlines
Previous experience in cold-chain distribution an asset
Previous experience with biological and/or cytotoxic medication and sterile preparation an asset
Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Office Programs
As part of your job duties, you may be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
Organized with the ability to multi-task and maintain accuracy;
Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
Excellent time management skills;
Bilingualism, French/English is an asset
Proficiency in Kroll an asset;;

Schedule

Full time

Accessibility Policy

Cencora is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. When requested, Cencora will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and hiring processes and during employment.

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: Innomar Strategies

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

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Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Assistant supports pharmacists by filling prescriptions, processing orders via Kroll software, and managing medication inventory. They are also responsible for handling customer inquiries, processing billings, and maintaining pharmacy records.

Requirements

A high school diploma is preferred, and previous pharmacy experience is considered an asset. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Kroll Pharmacy Software
Prescription Processing
Inventory Management
Pharmaceutical Distribution
Cold-chain Distribution
Sterile Preparation
Customer Service
Microsoft Office
Bilingualism
Time Management
Problem Solving
Analytical Skills
Mathematical Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Organizational Skills
Attention to Detail

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Keywords

Kroll
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmaceutical Distribution
Cold-chain Distribution
Cytotoxic Medication
Biological Medication
Prescription Filling
Inventory Control
Adverse Events Reporting
Healthcare
Pharma Commercialization
Innomar Strategies
Cencora
Billing
Claims Processing

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