Pharmacy assistant jobs in Canada (2,936 jobs)

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Counted Nov 8, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,936
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%2,934 listings

Employers hiring include Shoppers Drug Mart (1,493), Loblaw Companies Limited (375), Walmart Canada (145).

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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
Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD
Colwood, BC
- $19.05 to $23.45 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Pharmacy Assistant
Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
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Pharmacy Assistant
Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD
Barrie, ON
- Up to $20.6 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Added 3 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant II - FT
Sobeys Capital Incorporated or a Franchise/Affiliate / ou une franchise/société affiliée
Regina, SK
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…
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Pharmacy Assistant - Part Time
London Drugs Limited
Nanaimo, BC
- 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
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day
Shoppers Drug Mart
Camrose, 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
Cencora
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Pharmacy Assistant
Neighbourly Pharmacy
North Huron, ON
Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for Part-Time Pharmacy Assistants to join our team at Rx Drug Mart in Wingham, Ontario.
Added 3 months ago
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Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Day
Loblaw Companies Limited
Victoria, BC
- Part-time
Added 5 months ago
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Pharmacy - Pharmacy Assistant II
Sobeys
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
- Part-time
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 3 months ago
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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 1 month ago
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(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 1 month ago
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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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(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 1 month 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 3 months ago
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Pharmacy Assistant
Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD
Calgary, Alberta
- Up to $16.15 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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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…
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Pharmacy Assistant
Cencora
Edmonton, AB · CAN > AB > Edmonton > Savaryn
- Full-time
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Pharmacy Assistant
Pillway
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Pharmacy Assistant to support our centralized presc
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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
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Pharmacy Assistant
Cencora
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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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.
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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…
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Pharmacy Assistant
Cencora
Edmonton, AB · CAN > AB > Edmonton > Savaryn
- Full-time
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(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…

Walmart Canada

(CAN) PHARMACY ASSISTANT

Hamilton, ON, Canada

The pay range for this position is $17.60 - $23.10/hr. · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: The pay range for this position is $17.60 - $23.10/hr.
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 10, 2026

Original job description

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 to provide patient care. The Pharmacy Assistant is expected to participate in all aspects of Pharmacy Operations required of a team player. They are a key member in the delivery of superior customer service.

What You'll Do...

Receiving prescriptions from patients, following provincial legal/regulatory conditions and assessing the prescription for completeness i.e. Name; Address; DOB; Allergies; 3rd Party Information; Any Special Requests; Prescriber; Generic/Brand; Prioritizing Prescriptions with 21st Century Guidelines.
Performing Computer Functions as directed by the Pharmacist i.e. Data Entry; Price Check; Patient Information Entry/Update; Competent interpretation and processing of written prescriptions including Latin abbreviations, drug name recognition, dosage calculations; Refills; Report Generation; Patient Profile checks.
Filling prescriptions (always under the Pharmacist’s supervision), selecting appropriate products, performing the accuracy program, including 7 point, Visual and DIN checks, selecting and counting/ measuring & preparing appropriate products, labeling and organizing for pharmacist checking, gaining necessary approvals for verbal refills where authorized, employing 'STOP' forms if applicable and facilitating all aspects of Cognitive Services.
Maintaining Inventory Control, assisting Pharmacist in maintaining appropriate stock levels of drugs and supplies, checking for and pulling expired medications at least monthly, cleaning up Will Call Bin of 'stale' prescriptions on a regular basis, writing up returns, ordering of drugs and supplies, using preferred wholesaler for Pharmacy purchases as much as possible i.e. Kohl and Frisch, operating of the Telxon gun, checking off, pricing and putting away pharmacy orders, zoning the pharmacy shelves, 'X- ing' bottles when opened and interchangeable drug knowledge and appropriate maintenance/selection of key brands/preferred generics.
General Housekeeping, stocking Prescription filling supplies (Vials, labels, bags), keeping the dispensary clean, organized and neat, maintaining clean/safe work environment as part of the team approach (i.e. dishes, garbage) and maintaining & cleaning packaging & dispensing equipment, computer, fax machine, etc.
Clerical Organization, filing prescriptions, invoices, reports, correspondence and memos and completing any administrative support functions assigned (i.e. journals, accounts receivable, Aged Trial Balance).
Assisting with OTC Operations and ordering, stocking, cashier duties as assigned by OTC Manager and/or Pharmacist.

The pay range for this position is $17.60 - $23.10/hr. Rate of pay will be determined based on relevant experience.

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L’échelle salariale pour ce poste est de 17.60 à 23.10 $/h. . La rémunération sera déterminée en fonction de l’expérience pertinente.

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Age – 16 or older

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.

Primary Location…

1115 BARTON ST E, HAMILTON, ON L8H 2V2, Canada

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Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Assistant supports the Pharmacist in technical prescription filling, data entry, and administrative duties. They are also responsible for maintaining inventory levels, organizing the dispensary, and providing superior customer service.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 16 years of age. No specific educational or professional certifications are listed as minimum requirements.

Skills

Prescription Filling
Data Entry
Inventory Control
Customer Service
Dosage Calculations
Pharmacy Operations
Patient Profile Management
Clerical Organization
Drug Name Recognition
Regulatory Compliance

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Keywords

Pharmacy Assistant
Prescription Filling
DIN Checks
Inventory Management
Patient Care
Retail Pharmacy
Healthcare
Data Entry
OTC Operations
Drug Stocking
Regulatory Conditions
Cognitive Services

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