We are a small, independent pharmacy with an established, loyal clientele. We pride ourselves on getting to know our patients on a first-name basis, and providing them with individualized care. If you are tired of working at a chain pharmacy, you will see the difference at our practice, where the customers appreciate you! We have been nominated for and named best pharmacy in Richmond by the Richmond News for many years (most recently in 2026)!
Job description
We are looking for a full-time Pharmacy Assistant for our pharmacy to join our growing practice.
A successful application should possess the following qualities:
- Highly motivated and detail oriented.
- Exceptional customer service
- A team player who works works well with colleagues to ensure optimal patient care.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent interpersonal skills when communicating with patients, their caregivers or health care providers.
- Organized and able to manage time well while ensuring accuracy and precision.
- Self-motivated and driven to complete daily tasks in a timely fashion. Willing and able to help fellow team members with tasks as necessary.
- Dependable
Common day-to-day activities include, but are not limited to:
- Attending to patients in the pharmacy as well communicating with family members or those in the patient's line of care.
- Intake and processing of prescriptions appropriately.
- Blister packaging and preparation/labelling of prescriptions.
- Maintaining the inventory of prescription and front store products (including receiving, returning, and expiry date checking).
- Handling the cash register.
- Assisting in general day-to-day activities (e.g. refilling supplies, recycling, etc.)
The position's work hours are Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. We are closed on holidays.
Start date is immediate upon hiring. Wages ($22-$24/hr) vary depending on the applicant's experience and qualifications. Extra benefits to be discussed. Previous pharmacy experience is an asset but not a requirement - training will be provided to the successful applicant. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn is a must!
If interested, please apply directly on Indeed and indicate how soon you're able to start at the time of application. Kindly do not call the pharmacy about applications, we are only accepting online applications. Please note, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Thank you for applying.
Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Richmond, BC V7E 2Z4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)