Balser’s Pharmacy is a locally owned, community-focused pharmacy proudly serving the people of Digby and surrounding communities. We believe that great pharmacy care starts with great people, and we are committed to creating a workplace where our team feels valued, supported, and respected. At Balser’s, we take pride in knowing our patients and building genuine relationships within our community.

Our team works together to provide exceptional patient care while maintaining a positive, friendly, and professional environment. We are looking for people who share our commitment to helping others and who want to be part of a supportive team where their contributions make a difference every day. We value teamwork, communication, accountability, and a willingness to go the extra mile for our patients and for one another.

If you are looking for a pharmacy where you can build meaningful relationships, work with a great team, and make a real difference in the community, Balser’s Pharmacy may be the place for you

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Responsibilities • Accurately entering current prescriptions and refills into the pharmacy system.

- Preparing prescriptions for pharmacist verification, including selecting, counting, measuring, packaging, and labelling medications.
- Performing regulated pharmacy technician functions within your scope of practice and in accordance with pharmacy policies and procedures.
- Processing Pharmacare and private insurance claims and resolving billing or adjudication issues.
- Managing prescription transfers and other technical aspects of prescription processing.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient profiles and prescription records.
- Communicating with prescribers,



healthcare providers, insurance companies, and other pharmacies regarding technical and administrative matters.
- Supporting pharmacists with prescription workflow and helping ensure prescriptions are processed efficiently.
- Ordering, receiving, stocking, rotating, and returning medications and pharmacy supplies.
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient dispensary.
- Protecting patient confidentiality and ensuring patient information is handled appropriately.
- Providing friendly, professional service to patients and helping create a positive pharmacy experience.
- Answering phones and assisting patients with technical and administrative questions while referring clinical questions to the pharmacist.
- Working collaboratively with pharmacists, pharmacy assistants, and the broader pharmacy team.
- Following all applicable legislation, regulatory standards, pharmacy policies, and procedures.
- Contributing to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented workplace.

Requirements

- Have strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and patient safety.
- Be organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a busy pharmacy environment.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Work well independently while also being a strong team player.




- Take ownership of their responsibilities and follow through on commitments.

- Have a positive attitude and a willingness to help wherever needed.
- Treat patients, coworkers, and healthcare professionals with respect and professionalism.
- Be comfortable using pharmacy computer systems and technology.

- Demonstrate sound judgment and know when to seek assistance from the pharmacist.
- Be committed to providing excellent customer service.
- Take pride in being part of a community pharmacy and building relationships with patients.

- Hold current certification and registration as a Pharmacy Technician in Nova Scotia.

n$29 - $33 an hour
- Health, dental and/or family benefits
- Please include eligibility for benefits (probation, hours required etc)
- Whether or not you are offering a signing bonus
- How your pharmacy or benefits support mental health. For example:
- Closed weekends, evenings and/or holidays
- Vacation
- Maternity/paternity leave
- Psychologist/therapy session coverage

- Massage/physiotherapy coverage
- Whether or not you offer coverage for education (smoking cessation certification, diabetes consultant certification etc.)

nA workplace where teamwork, communication, and patient care come first. We Invest in Our People We believe that investing in our employees makes us a stronger pharmacy and allows us to provide better care to our patients. Whether it’s supporting your professional development, helping you plan for the future, or providing flexibility when life gets busy, we want Balser’s to be a place where you can build a rewarding and long-term career.

📌 Pharmacy Technician - Digby, N.S.
🏢 PharmaChoice Canada
📍 Digby