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Pharmacy Assistant

@ Pattison Food Group Ltd

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Part-time2+ years experience
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Overview

Pattison Food Group Ltd is hiring a part-time Pharmacy Assistant at its Country Club location in Nanaimo, BC. The role handles prescription intake, computer data entry, stock ordering and inventory, and communicating allergy and billing information to the pharmacist. The posting lists $19.00 to $23.00 per hour and benefits eligibility.

Responsibilities:

  • Receive written prescriptions and refill requests
  • Enter patient and prescription information into the computer
  • Handle stock ordering, receiving, returns, expiry checks and inventory
  • Communicate allergy and billing information to the pharmacist

Requirements summary:

  • Accredited Pharmacy Assistant Program or 2 years dispensary experience
  • Strong work ethic
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Kroll computer experience is an asset

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Benefits mentioned

Retirement planTuition support
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-07
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Experience2+ years
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingStore
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationTrade certificate (preferred)
Fields of studyPharmacy Assistant
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Employee discount, Wellness

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Job description

As a valued member of an innovative Western Canadian company, our pharmacy teams are passionate about helping our customers and communities embrace healthier lifestyles by delivering quality, patient-centred care. Become an integral part of your community, where your commitment to healthy living makes a difference every day. A division of Pattison Food Group Ltd., Save-On-Foods is B.C.’s Most Loved Brand and certified a Great Place to Work®.

We are hiring for a Pharmacy Assistant at our Country Club location in Nanaimo, BC.

You will be responsible for:

  • Receiving written prescriptions and written or verbal refill requests.

  • Inputting all patient and prescription information into the computer.

  • Performing all tasks related to ordering, receiving, and returning stock, expiry date checks, balance owing and inventory corrections.

  • Adhering to merchandising programs, operational procedures, and company policies.

  • Communicating allergy interaction and relevant billing information to the pharmacist.

You have:

  • Completed an accredited Pharmacy Assistant Program or have 2 years dispensary experience.

  • A strong work ethic and “let’s get it done” attitude.

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.

  • Kroll computer experience is an asset.

Here are some of the perks we have to offer:

  • Get paid every Friday!

  • Exclusive team member offers and discounts.

  • Benefits & pension eligibility.

  • Wellness and team member assistance program.

  • Educational reimbursement & scholarship opportunities.

  • Opportunities to learn and grow.

Compensation Details:

$19.00 - $23.00

The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience, and other factors.

Join our Team!

Come be part of an energetic and inclusive team where we work together to have fun and achieve our goals. If you are a positive, customer-focused individual, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join our growing team!

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