Pharmacy assistant jobs in Canada

Find pharmacy assistant jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Oct 31, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,632
Employers: 151

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $22.70Across 119 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.96Across 18 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%2,630 listings

Employers hiring include Shoppers Drug Mart (1,347), Loblaw Companies Limited (340), Walmart Canada (121).

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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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Nanaimo, BC
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Full Time Flexible Shifts
Shoppers Drug Mart
Fergus, ON
- Full-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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Full Time Flexible Shifts
Loblaw Companies Limited
Edmundston, NB
- Full-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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Ottawa, ON
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Full Time Flexible Shifts Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Edmundston, NB
- Full-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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Full Time Flexible Shifts
Shoppers Drug Mart
Edmundston, NB
- Full-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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts
Loblaw Companies Limited
Vancouver, BC
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts
Loblaw Companies Limited
Nanaimo, BC
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Cambridge, ON
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant (Training Provided)
CareRx
Oakville, ON
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant, L1 to jo
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Pharmacy Assistant - CPS
Shoppers Drug Mart
Burnaby, BC
- Full-time
Looking for a career that offers a peaceful and high-tech work environment? Look no further than Central Pharmacy Services, - where tranquility and innovation go hand in hand. Our workplace…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts
Shoppers Drug Mart
Vancouver, BC
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts
Shoppers Drug Mart
Nanaimo, BC
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Mississauga, ON
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day
Shoppers Drug Mart
Cambridge, ON
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Regina, SK
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Cambridge, ON
- 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…
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(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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts
Shoppers Drug Mart
Calgary, AB
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Evening
Shoppers Drug Mart
Maple, ON
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Evening Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Maple, ON
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Afternoon
Loblaw Companies Limited
Toronto, ON · Scarborough, ON
- 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…
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
King City, ON
- 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…
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(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart
Hamilton, ON
- 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, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Oakville, ON
- 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…

Cencora

Pharmacy Assistant

Burlington, ON, Canada
CAN > ON > Burlington > Harvester, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

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: Oct 14, 2026

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.

Summary of Role:

Performs specialty pharmacy support and operations activities across prescription intake, benefit verification, claims follow-up, prior authorization support, and fulfillment workflows using established procedures and quality standards. Coordinates daily work to support turnaround times, accurate documentation, and reliable handoffs across pharmacy operations. Reviews workflow details, identifies routine discrepancies, resolves standard issues within guidelines, and escalates non-routine matters to appropriate team members to support compliant and efficient operations.

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 inquiries 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

Experience and Educational Requirements:

High school diploma preferred

Pharmacy experience is an asset

Proficiency in Kroll an asset

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)

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

Minimum Skills, Knowledge, and Ability Requirements:

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.

Experience and Educational Requirements:

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

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

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 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

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.

This posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy for our Pharmacy Assistant role.

Affiliated Companies:

Affiliated Companies: Innomar Strategies

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Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Assistant performs specialty pharmacy support activities including prescription intake, benefit verification, and claims processing. They also assist pharmacists with filling prescriptions, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate pharmacy records.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in pharmacy support or a related operational environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational and communication skills are required.

Skills

Pharmacy support
Prescription intake
Benefit verification
Claims processing
Prior authorization
Kroll pharmacy software
Data entry
Inventory management
Customer service
Time management
Problem-solving
Microsoft Office
Communication
Attention to detail
Mathematical skills
Cold-chain distribution

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
Innomar Strategies
Cencora
Prescription intake
Benefit verification
Claims processing
Prior authorization
Kroll
Inventory management
Cold-chain distribution
Biological medication
Cytotoxic medication
Sterile preparation
Microsoft Office
Data entry
Customer service
Adverse event reporting
Healthcare operations
Medication access
Fulfillment support
Pharmacy technician
Administrative duties
Regulatory standards
Pharmaceutical distribution

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