Posted 5 months ago
Pharmacy Assistant
@ Loblaws Inc.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Loblaw Companies Limited is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to fill prescriptions, prepare compounds and packages, and keep the pharmacy workstation organized. The role pays $18.25 to $23.30 per hour and asks for strong communication, attention to detail and a fast-paced, team-oriented approach.
Responsibilities:
- Fill prescriptions efficiently to maintain workflow
- Prepare compounds, mixtures and temperature control items
- Package blister pack medications
- Deliver completed product based on schedules
- Keep workstation and inventory shelves organized
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Detail oriented with ability to prioritize
- Experience in a fast-paced environment
- Retail or hospital pharmacy experience an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Store |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English, French |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | High school (required), Trade certificate (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Pharmacy technology |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Paid training |
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Loblaws Inc.
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At Loblaw, we're developing innovative products and solutions. Our focus is on empowering Canadians to Live Life Well.
Full company description
Loblaw Companies Limited is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, serving millions of customers each week through our network of stores, pharmacies and trusted brands. Our colleagues work every day to help Canadians Live Life Well through affordable food, accessible healthcare and meaningful community impact. It is our people who bring this purpose to life as they bring their difference and make their difference. Les Compagnies Loblaw Limitée est le chef de file canadien dans le domaine de l’alimentation et de la pharmacie, servant des millions de clients chaque semaine par l’entremise de notre réseau de magasins, de pharmacies et de marques de confiance. Nos collègues travaillent chaque jour pour aider les Canadiens à Vivre bien, vivre pleinement grâce à des aliments abordables et à des soins de santé accessibles et en ayant une incidence significative sur les communautés. Ce sont les membres de notre personnel qui donnent vie à cette raison d'être en apportant leur différence et en faisant la différence.
- LinkedIn followers
- 292,538
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 24,301
- Reported office locations
- 1 President's Choice Circle, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 5S5, CA
- 489 King Street West, Suite 100, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1K4, CA
- Business categories
- E-Commerce
- Finance
- Food Processing
- Pharmaceutical
- Retail
- Grocery Stores
- Retail and wholesale
- Other recorded names
- Loblaws
- Loblaw Companies Limited
- Maxi
- Specialties
- food
- general merchandise
- drugstore
- financial products
- financial services
- President’s Choice
- no name
- Joe Fresh Style
- PC Financial services
- PC Financial auto
- home insurance
- travel insurance
- pet insurance
- and PC Mobile phone
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 1,739,669,816
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Loblaw Companies Limited is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, serving millions of customers each week through our network of stores, pharmacies and trusted brands. Our colleagues work every day to help Canadians Live Life Well through affordable food, accessible healthcare and meaningful community impact. It is our people who bring this purpose to life as they bring their difference and make their difference. Les…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Brampton, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | foodgeneral merchandisedrugstorefinancial productsfinancial servicesPresident’s Choiceno nameJoe Fresh StylePC Financial servicesPC Financial auto |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 12,455 |
| View page |
Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.
At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.
What you'll do:
Fill a variety of prescriptions efficiently to maintain workflow
Prepare compounds, mixtures and temperature control items
Package blister pack medications
Deliver completed product based on schedules
Ensure appropriate follow up on minor issues
Synchronization and collaboration with other departments
Ensure organization of work station and inventory shelves
Maintain appropriate supplies and materials
Some involvement in prescription information management
Recognize liability on the outcomes of service provided
Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging
What you bring:
Excellent communication skills and customer service skills
Detail oriented and ability to prioritize work assignments
Ability to adapt to change
Experience working in a fast-paced environment where high attention to detail and accuracy is essential
Ability to work and manoeuvre quickly and consistently for extended periods of time
Positive, cooperative, and team-oriented attitude
High School Diploma
Exposure to Hospital or Long Term Care Pharmacy
Experience working in a retail pharmacy environment
Pharmacy Technician Diploma from accredited college, but not required
Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.
If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.
We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.
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