APOLLO DRUG STORE LTD is hiring Pharmacy Assistants in Stony Plain, Alberta, Canada. This is a permanent, full-time, on-site opportunity offering $30.00 to $38.50 per hour (to be negotiated) for 30 to 35 hours per week, with two vacancies available. The employer offers flexible scheduling, including early morning, morning, day, evening, night, weekend, shift and on-call work, with overtime opportunities. The successful candidates are expected to start as soon as possible.
The selected candidates will assist pharmacists with daily pharmacy operations, prepare medications, verify prescription information, maintain medication inventories and update prescription records. The role also involves compounding, packaging and labelling pharmaceutical products, preparing oral solutions, ointments and creams, processing insurance claims, handling customer information and performing general administrative duties. Employees will also help manage supplies, organize inventory, maintain pharmacy equipment and supervise a team of 3 to 4 people.
Job Details
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Pharmacy Assistant |
| Location | Stony Plain, AB |
| Work Location | On site |
| Employment Type | Permanent, Full-time |
| Salary | $30.00 to $38.50 per hour (To be negotiated) |
| Work Hours | 30 to 35 hours per week |
| Work Schedule | Early morning, morning, day, evening, night, weekend, shift, on-call and flexible hours |
| Overtime | Available |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Vacancies | 2 |
| Education | College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma (1 to 2 years), or equivalent experience |
| Experience | 2 years to less than 3 years |
| Language | English |
| Industry | Pharmacy and Healthcare |
| Employer | APOLLO DRUG STORE LTD |
| Job Bank Number | #3711147 |
| Advertised Until | November 24, 2026 |
Key Responsibilities
As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Ensure prescription information is accurate and complete
- Enter and update client information in pharmacy databases
- Assist pharmacists with daily pharmacy operations
- Maintain inventories of medications and pharmaceutical products
- Maintain accurate prescription records and documentation
- Prepare medications for clients
- Compound, package and label pharmaceutical products
- Prepare oral solutions, ointments and creams
- Set up, dismantle, clean and maintain pharmacy equipment
- Prepare and maintain pharmacy equipment and supplies
- Process insurance claims, including health insurance and workers’ compensation claims
- Collect and maintain relevant pharmacy statistics
- Monitor and maintain medication and supply inventories
- Perform general clerical and administrative duties
- Maintain the cleanliness of medication collection areas
- Manage reception, telephone calls and appointment bookings
- Order pharmacy supplies and equipment
- Organize and maintain inventory records
- Supervise and coordinate the work of 3 to 4 employees
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Education, Skills, and Experience
Essential requirements for the job include the following:
Education
- College, CEGEP or another non-university certificate or diploma from a program lasting 1 to 2 years
- Equivalent experience may also be accepted
Experience
- 2 years to less than 3 years of relevant work experience
- Practical experience assisting pharmacists and handling pharmacy operations
- Experience preparing medications and maintaining prescription records
- Experience managing pharmaceutical inventories and supplies
- Experience with compounding, packaging and labelling pharmaceutical products
Computer and Technology Skills
- Knowledge of Kroll Software
- Proficiency in MS Excel
- Knowledge of MS Office
- Familiarity with MS Outlook
- Knowledge of MS PowerPoint
- Familiarity with MS Windows
- Proficiency in MS Word
Additional Skills and Requirements
- Ability to ensure accuracy when handling prescriptions and medication information
- Strong attention to detail and hand-eye coordination
- Ability to maintain organized inventory and prescription records
- Good oral communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to assist pharmacists and work effectively with a team
- Dependability, flexibility and reliability
- Good judgment and initiative
- Client-focused approach to customer service
- Ability to handle repetitive tasks
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to bend, crouch, kneel and walk as required
- Ability to perform a combination of sitting, standing and walking
- Previous supervisory experience or the ability to coordinate a small team
Language Requirements
– English proficiency
Benefits
The employer provides the following benefits:
Financial Benefits
– Piece work
Other Benefits
- Free parking available
- Parking facilities available
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the original Job Bank posting.
By phone
780-968-0066 Between 11:00 a.m. and 03:00 p.m.
By mail
4305 SOUTHPARK DRIVE suite 800 STONY PLAIN, ABT7Z 1L1
In person
4305 SOUTHPARK DRIVE suite 800 STONY PLAIN, ABT7Z 1L1 Between 11:00 a.m. and 03:00 p.m.
Advertised Until: November 24, 2026.