Job Description
Posted Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Sandstone Pharmacies McKenzie Lake is looking for an experienced full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Calgary, Alberta.

Patient Focused Care Responsibilities

Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care

Greet customers and answer phone calls in a skilled manner

Assist with entering, labelling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician

Accurately count, measure, and package medications according to established protocols

Receive and stock medication and supply shipments, monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and support inventory audits

Keep the pharmacy area clean and organized; safely dispose of expired medications and hazardous waste in accordance with regulations

Perform clerical tasks such as filing, faxing, scanning, and assist with insurance claims and prescription transfers

Assist with daily pharmacy operations and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy witha preliminary understanding of the pharmacy business.

Proficiency with Kroll, along with a high level of accuracy and efficiency in prescription data entry, is considered an asset.

Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail





Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers

Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Schedule

40 hours per week (Full-time)

The store is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The regular schedule will primarily be Monday to Friday, though some weekend availability will be required.

Paid vacation

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Opportunity for growth opportunities and professional development support

Who We Are
Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada’s largest and fastest growing network of community pharmacies. Our 300+ locations from coast to coast are united by one priority: our patients! We strive to uphold each pharmacy’s tradition of providing outstanding patient care by offering accessible healthcare with a personal touch of kindness in each community we serve. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in helping our employees realize their career goals.

Neighbourly Pharmacyis an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to deliver accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and our customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

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📌 Pharmacy Assistant (Alberta)
🏢 Neighbourly Pharmacy
📍 Alberta