Pharmacy assistant jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 22, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 809
Employers: 67

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $19.91Across 38 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%1 listing
Hybrid: 0%0 listings
On-site: >99%808 listings

Employers hiring include Loblaw Companies Limited (176), Shoppers Drug Mart (145), Sobeys Capital Incorporated or a Franchise/Affiliate / ou une franchise/société affiliée (82).

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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Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant
MacQuarries Pharmasave Group
Truro, Nova Scotia
Full-time
MacQuarries Pharmasave Group is seeking an experienced and passionate Pharmacy Assistant to be part of the team in our Truro location. If you're someone who thrives in a patient-focused…
Added 11 days ago
(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart Canada
Nelson, BC
Full-time
Position Summary...The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity…
Added 11 days ago
(CAN) PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Walmart Canada
Hamilton, ON
Full-time
Position Summary...The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity…
Added 11 days ago
(CAN) PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Walmart Canada
Hamilton, ON
Full-time
Position Summary...The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity…
Added 11 days ago
(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart Canada
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
Position Summary...The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity…
Added 11 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Neighbourly Pharmacy
Banff, AB
Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Part-Time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team at Neighbourly Pharmacy Banff in Banff, Alberta.
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD
Calgary, Alberta
Up to $16.15 CAD / hour
Part-time
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant II - PT
Sobeys Capital Incorporated or a Franchise/Affiliate / ou une franchise/société affiliée
Abbotsford, BC
Our national pharmacy team is proudly Canadian, with pharmacies from coast to coast in our various banners. Depending on your province you would recognize us as Sobeys, Safeway, Thrifty…
Added 11 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Cencora
Edmonton, AB · CAN > AB > Edmonton > Savaryn
Full-time
Added 11 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Pillway
Brampton, ON
Full-time
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Pharmacy Assistant to support our centralized presc
Added 4 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Marchese Health Care
Hamilton, Ontario
Contract
…Strategic Directions and Annual Operating Objectives, the Lead Pharmacy Assistant (Dispensary) is responsible for the following key…
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant (Full -Time) - Float
Murphy's Pharmacies
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Full-time
At Murphy's Pharmacies, we're redefining the role of independent Community pharmacy in our healthcare system, and we're looking for passionate Pharmacy Assistants to join our team and make…
Added 11 days ago
(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart Canada
Toronto, ON · Scarborough, ON
Full-time
Position Summary...The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity…
Added 11 days ago
(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart Canada
Carleton Place, ON
Full-time
Position Summary...The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity…
Added 11 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant - Part Time
London Drugs Limited
Delta, BC
$18.25 to $22.09 CAD / hour
Part-time · Other
London Drugs means many things to many people. As a London Drugs Pharmacy Assistant, it means a community-oriented working environment that fos
Added 12 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant II - PT
Sobeys Capital Incorporated or a Franchise/Affiliate / ou une franchise/société affiliée
Niagara Falls, ON
Our national pharmacy team is proudly Canadian, with pharmacies from coast to coast in our various banners. Depending on your province you would recognize us as Sobeys, Safeway, Thrifty…
Added 12 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Cencora
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
Added 12 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Neighbourly Pharmacy
Maple Ridge, BC
Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Part-Time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team at Medlandia Compounding Pharmacy in Maple Ridge, British Columbia.
Added 12 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Neighbourly Pharmacy
Oshawa, ON
Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Part-Time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team at Lovell Drugs Grandview in Oshawa, Ontario.
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day
Shoppers Drug Mart
Airdrie, Alberta
Part-time
To assist with the technical functions of dispensing prescriptions, assist as appropriate in the delivery of pharmacy services and participate in the maintenance and operations of the…
Added 13 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
TELUS
Toronto, ON
We're looking for a detail-oriented Pharmacy Assistant to join our fast-paced Richmond Hill pharmacy team. You'll work directly with Pharmacists and Registered Pharmacy Technicians in a…
Added 11 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant, Mississauga, On / Assistant(e) technique en pharmacie, Mississauga, Ont.
BioScript Solutions
Mississauga, ON
Full-time
Are you ready to make a lasting impact in specialty care? We’re seeking a dedicated and dynamic Pharmacy Assistant to join our #BestTeam at BioScript Pharmacy, where we put our patients…
Added 12 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Cencora
Edmonton, AB · CAN > AB > Edmonton > Savaryn
Full-time
Added 2 months ago
(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart
Brockville, 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…
Added 12 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Alberta Health Services
Lethbridge, AB
Part-time
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in healthcare? As a Pharmacy Assistant in South Zone, you’ll play a key role in ensuring patients across Alberta receive safe, timely, and…

Cencora

Pharmacy Assistant

Edmonton, AB, T6X 1Z9, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Experience: 2+ years of experience in pharmacy support, healthcare operations, claims processing, medication access, fulfillment support, or a related operational environment required.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 10, 2026

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Original job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

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.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-employment screening tests, which may include drug screening and background check when permitted by state or local laws.

This job profile description is a standardized, non-contractual reference description and global reference tool provided for organizational consistency and talent architecture purposes across Cencora. It does not alter actual job duties, responsibilities, reporting lines, working conditions, grading, compensation, or other essential terms and conditions of employment.

Actual duties and responsibilities may vary based on business needs, local requirements, and operational practices. Where a team member's role is governed by an employment agreement, local terms and conditions, prior job description or collective bargaining agreement, those documents shall prevail in case of any inconsistency. Mandatory local laws shall also prevail.

Summary of Role:

Supports specialty pharmacy workflows across prescription intake, benefit verification, claims follow-up, prior authorization support, and fulfillment activities using established procedures.

Responsibilities:

Coordinates required documentation and daily handoffs for prior authorization, clinical review, and related operational requests within defined timelines.
Reviews claims, orders, refill activity, shipment details, and inventory information to identify routine discrepancies and complete approved corrective actions.
Tracks backorders, substitutions, replenishment updates, and product availability issues to support continuity of pharmacy operations.
Documents workflow activity, issue resolution steps, and required records accurately to maintain traceability and compliance with privacy, safety, and audit standards.
Communicates workflow status, missing information, and routine operational issues to pharmacists, technicians, payers, service teams, and other approved contacts.
Shares standard process guidance with peers and newer team members and supports updates to checklists, templates, or workflow notes after review and approval.

Education:

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:

2+ years of experience in pharmacy support, healthcare operations, claims processing, medication access, fulfillment support, or a related operational environment required.

Certifications:

Certification in pharmacy technician practice, or equivalent preferred.

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

Full time

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 [email protected]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

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

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Responsibilities

Supports specialty pharmacy workflows including prescription intake, benefit verification, and prior authorization. Manages claims, inventory, and documentation to ensure compliance and operational continuity.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in pharmacy or healthcare operations. A pharmacy technician certification is preferred.

Skills

Pharmacy support
Prescription intake
Benefit verification
Claims processing
Prior authorization
Medication access
Fulfillment support
Inventory management
Compliance
Data documentation
Operational support
Communication

Benefits

Medical care
Dental care
Vision care
Backup dependent care
Adoption assistance
Infertility coverage
Family building support
Behavioral health solutions
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Training programs
Professional development resources
Mentorship programs

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Pharmacy Assistant
Specialty Pharmacy
Prescription Intake
Benefit Verification
Claims Processing
Prior Authorization
Fulfillment
Inventory Management
Healthcare Operations
Medication Access
Compliance
Pharmacy Technician
Patient Support
Provider Support
Pharma Commercialization
Innomar Strategies
Cencora

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