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 29, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,528
Employers: 148

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $22.74Across 118 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%2,526 listings

Employers hiring include Shoppers Drug Mart (1,288), Loblaw Companies Limited (327), Walmart Canada (115).

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 Part Time Afternoon
Loblaw Companies Limited
Prince George, BC
- Part-time
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Pharmacy Assistant
Alberta Health Services
Red Deer, AB
- Temporary
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in healthcare? As a Pharmacy Assistant in Red Deer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring patients across Alberta receive safe, timely, and effective…
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Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart Canada
Port Elgin, 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 - Shipping
Agilus Work Solutions
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
- Contract
Are you detail-oriented, reliable, and thrive in a hands-on environment? We are seeking a Pharmacy Assistant - Shipping to support our busy pharmacy operations team
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Pharmacy Assistant
Agilus Work Solutions
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
- Contract
Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about supporting healthcare professionals? We are seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to join a fast-paced pharmacy team on a contract basis.
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Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart
Port Elgin, 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 Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Saskatoon, 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 Full Time Flexible Shifts
Shoppers Drug Mart
London, 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 Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Prince George, BC
- Part-time
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Midland, 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
Saskatoon, 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
Langstaff Pharmacy
Woodbridge, ON
- Full-time
We’re seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Woodbridge, ON. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced pharmacy environment…
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(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart Canada
Richmond Hill, 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 Day
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 Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Calgary, AB
- Part-time
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day
Shoppers Drug Mart
Winnipeg, MB
- 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 Full Time Day
Shoppers Drug Mart
Grande Prairie, AB
- 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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(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant
Walmart
Richmond Hill, 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, L2
CareRx
Burlington, ON
CareRx is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant L2 with K
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Pharmacy Assistant
Aliant Resources
ON · Ontario, Canada
- Contract
Posting Status: Upcoming pharmacy assistant jobs
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts Greenlight Requisition
Shoppers Drug Mart
Toronto, 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
Toronto, 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
Bracebridge, 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
Bracebridge, 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…

Sobeys

Pharmacy Assistant I

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 5, 2026

Original job description

Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers, where your talents contribute to our commitment to excellence and community impact.

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 Foods, Foodland, Lawtons Drugs or FreshCo.

Ready to start fresh?

We are passionate about taking care of the health and well-being of individuals and families in our communities.

You’ll be part of our pharmacy team that’s committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care and exceeding patients’ expectations. We are looking for friendly, knowledgeable, and professional individuals to join our team who will make meeting the health needs of our patients their top priority.

Here’s Where You’ll Have An Impact

Prescription assembly and data entry:

Processing customer transactions (receive and release prescription requests)
Receiving in-person and telephone refill requests and record deliveries
Understanding and promoting pharmacy programs
Filing prescriptions, ordering, and replenishing supplies, and cleaning
Drug order creation and receiving, compounding and pill pack assembly
Scheduling professional clinical services
Behind the counter management, cycle counts, narcotic counts, stock returns, tall man lettering, manual third parties
Assisting the pharmacist with dispensary tasks as permitted by scope

What You Bring To The Table

Preferred: Pharmacy Assistant Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institute
Previous pharmacy experience is an asset
Excellent attention to detail, ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Adhere to and implement all applicable company standards

Learn More About Our Story And Culture

Who We Are | Why Work With Us

Total Rewards

We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.

Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.

Additional Information

External websites may share our organization's job postings which includes compensation information based on similar roles and market benchmarks. These figures are provided for general comparison purposes only and are not issued or verified by our organization.

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.

Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.

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Responsibilities

The role focuses on prescription assembly, data entry, and processing customer transactions while managing pharmacy supplies and inventory. The assistant also supports the pharmacist with dispensary tasks and schedules professional clinical services.

Requirements

A Pharmacy Assistant Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institute is preferred, and previous pharmacy experience is considered an asset. Candidates must demonstrate excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Prescription Assembly
Data Entry
Customer Service
Pharmacy Compounding
Inventory Management
Multi-tasking
Attention to Detail
Patient Care
Clinical Scheduling
Narcotic Counting

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Programs
Savings Programs
Employee Share Ownership Plan
In-store Discount
Virtual Healthcare
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Learning and Development Opportunities
Parental Leave Top-up
Paid Vacation

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Pharmacy Assistant
Prescription Processing
Patient-Centered Care
Drug Order Creation
Pill Pack Assembly
Cycle Counts
Tall Man Lettering
Retail Pharmacy
Healthcare
Dispensing

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