Pharmacy assistant jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 23, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 837
Employers: 66

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $19.87Across 42 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.64Across 14 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%835 listings

Not specified: <1% (1 listing)

Employers hiring include Loblaw Companies Limited (174), Shoppers Drug Mart (143), 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
Neighbourly Pharmacy
Hodgson, Manitoba
Grand Medicine Pharmacy is looking for a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Hodgson, Manitoba.
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Evening
Loblaw Companies Limited
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Part-time
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant - Part Time
London Drugs Limited
Calgary, Alberta
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 25 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant - PT
Sobeys
Vancouver, British Columbia
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Loblaw Companies Limited
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Part-time
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Neighbourly Pharmacy
Sechelt, BC
Pharmasave #257 is looking for a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Sechelt, British Columbia.
Added 2 months ago
Part-Time Pharmacy Assistant
Save-On-Foods
Winnipeg, Manitoba · Pembina - Winnipeg MB
Part-time
We are hiring for a Pharmacy Assistant at our Pembina
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant III - FT
Sobeys Capital Incorporated or a Franchise/Affiliate / ou une franchise/société affiliée
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
The Pharmacy Assistant Supervisor is responsible for providing superio
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant III - FT
Sobeys Capital Incorporated or a Franchise/Affiliate / ou une franchise/société affiliée
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
The Pharmacy Assistant Supervisor is responsible for providing superio
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant (Full Time)
Revolution Recruiting
Town of Rothesay, New Brunswick
Full-time
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant (Full Time)
Revolution Recruiting
Town of Rothesay, New Brunswick
Full-time
Added 27 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
PurposeMed
Mississauga, ON
PurposeMed consists of three complex care business units: Freddie, Frida, and Foria, and partners with Affirming Care Pharmacy.
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Selkirk, Manitoba
Part-time
Added 2 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant - Part Time
London Drugs Limited
Vancouver, British Columbia
$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 1 month ago
Pharmacy Assistant II - PT
Sobeys
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Added 3 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Part-time
Added 3 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant - Training Provided (12 Month Contract)
CareRx Corporation
Calgary, Alberta
Full-time
CareRx is Canada’s leading provider of specialty pharmacy services to seniors. We serve more than 96,000 residents in over 1,600 seniors and other communities (long-term care homes,…
Added 3 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant - Part Time
London Drugs Limited
Calgary, Alberta
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 1 month ago
Pharmacy Assistant II - PT
Sobeys
Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia
Added 3 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Mississauga, Ontario
Part-time
Added 3 months ago
Production Pharmacy Assistant - 6 Months Contract - Express Scripts Canada
The Cigna Group
Mississauga, Ontario
Full-time · Other
The job profile for this position is Pharmacy Operations Representative, which is a Band 1 Professional Career Track Role.
Added 1 month ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Save-On-Foods
Chilliwack, BC
Part-time
We are hiring for a Pharmacy Assistant at our locatio
Added 22 days ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Save-On-Foods
Nanaimo, BC · Country Club - Nanaimo BC
Part-time
We are hiring for a Pharmacy Assistant at our Country
Added 3 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant
Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD
Collingwood, Ontario
$17.6 to $20.6 CAD / hour
Part-time
Added 3 months ago
Production Pharmacy Assistant - 6 Months Contract - Express Scripts Canada
Cigna Healthcare
Remote, Canada
Full-time · Remote

The Cigna Group

Production Pharmacy Assistant - 6 Months Contract - Express Scripts Canada

Mississauga, ON, L5N 8G6, Canada

Pay: Pay Range: $21 to $24
Job type: Full-time
Workplace: On-site
Listed closing date: Jun 24, 2026
Experience: 2 years of relatable experience, preferably in a pharmacy setting
Posting language: English
Posted: Jun 23, 2026

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Original job description

The job profile for this position is Pharmacy Operations Representative, which is a Band 1 Professional Career Track Role.

Excited to grow your career?

We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Our people make all the difference in our success.

Job Title: Production Pharmacy Assistant

Location: Argentia Mississauga
Employment Type: Contract 6 Months

Reason for Vacancy: Replacement

Work Arrangement: On-site

Department Name: Pharmacy Operations

Pay Typed: Hourly

Pay Range: $21 to $24

Please note that this is a general posting range and offer range will be varied based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills required and location for this role.

About Us

Express Scripts Canada (ESC) is a leading health benefits management company. Serving over 12 million members, we help insurance carriers, third party administrators, and the public sector optimize the value of health benefits by linking the talent and professional expertise of our people with leading edge information management systems and technology. ESC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Express Scripts Inc., one of the largest pharmacy benefit management (PBM) companies in North America, part of The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI), a global health company. Together, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that improve access, affordability, and health outcomes for Canadians.

Job Summary

The Express Scripts Canada Pharmacy, with regional services across the country is transforming the Canadian prescription drug landscape and the way patients make decisions about their medications.

Our Mississauga Pharmacy Location is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant that provides meaningful support at the right time to our members for better health and peace of mind.

As our organization continues to grow we're looking to add high energy, motivated and forward-thinking Production Pharmacy Assistant to our candidate pool for upcoming roles!

The Production Pharmacy Assistant is responsible for packaging and shipping of pharmaceuticals (both refrigerated and non-refrigerated) and medical supplies. The clerk will use various warehouse equipment and computer systems. Training will be provided.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Package prescription medications according to regulatory requirements.
Retrieve, count, pour, weigh or measure quantities of medications as directed by the medication order.
Review patient notes and preferences on pharmacy operating system; incorporate direction accordingly.
Assemble patient information materials as specified by the pharmacist
Receive medication deliveries and maintain medication inventory with a first-in-first-out mind set.
Support in the management of the pharmacy’s medication inventory, including expiry checks, product organization, etc.
Support in the management of supply-related needs.
Support in the maintenance of an organized work area.
Display a desire to support all areas of need within the pharmacy as directed by the pharmacy management team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

2 years of relatable experience, preferably in a pharmacy setting
Proficient in Kroll software
Computer literate, possessing intermediate skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
CRM experience is preferable but not required
Excellent written, verbal and oral communication skills
Team player with the ability to work independently
Strong customer service focus
Strong work ethic and positive attitude is a must
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Flexible to situations and adaptable to change
A thorough understanding of quality assurance and delivery of service excellence
Excellent organizational skills, effective time management, and the ability to shift priorities working within established timelines
Demonstrates initiative (learn processes and procedures, various benefits) and displays self-motivation to grasp new concepts quickly
Results-oriented paying attention to detail
Ability to multi-task
Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset
Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs and be willing to stand/walk for your shift is an asset

Why Join Us

Competitive compensation, benefits and pension plan
Career development and advancement opportunities
A culture that celebrates innovation and collaboration
Flexible work options and wellness programs

Pre-Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of reference checks and background verification in accordance with company policy. Within ESC, for certain positions, obtaining and maintaining a federal government security clearance is a bona fide occupational requirement. Candidates applying for such roles must meet all eligibility criteria for the applicable clearance level and consent to the security screening process as mandated by federal regulations. Failure to obtain or maintain the required clearance will result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.

Our hiring process includes AI-powered tools to conduct video interviews, take notes and score candidates; however, all scores will be reviewed by hiring managers and our Talent team before making a decision

Internal Application Deadline: June 24, 2026

Please note that you must meet our posting guidelines to be eligible for consideration. Policy can be reviewed at this link.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for packaging and shipping refrigerated and non-refrigerated pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. Duties include retrieving and measuring medications, managing inventory, and maintaining an organized work area.

Requirements

Requires 2 years of relatable experience, preferably in a pharmacy setting, and proficiency in Kroll software and MS Office. Candidates must be able to lift 25 lbs and obtain a federal government security clearance.

Skills

Kroll Software
MS Office
CRM
Pharmacy Operations
Inventory Management
Quality Assurance
Customer Service
Time Management
Communication Skills
Multi-tasking
Bilingualism
Pharmaceutical Packaging

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Benefits Plan
Pension Plan
Career Development
Advancement Opportunities
Wellness Programs
Flexible Work Options

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Pharmacy Assistant
Kroll
MS Office
CRM
Pharmaceuticals
Inventory Management
FIFO
Quality Assurance
Healthcare
Pharmacy Operations
Medical Supplies
Enhanced Reliability Clearance
PBM
Prescription Drug Landscape

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