Company description

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)!

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.
- Valuable 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. Additional 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 send a resume and cover letter to the enclosed e-mail. Kindly indicate how soon you're able to start at the time of application. 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

Work Location: In person

📌 Pharmacy Assistant (Richmond)
🏢 Steveston Pharmacy
📍 Richmond