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Pharmacy Assistant

@ Neighbourly Pharmacy

Springhill, Nova Scotia

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Overview

Neighbourly Pharmacy is hiring a part-time Pharmacy Assistant in Springhill, Nova Scotia, for 10 to 20 hours per week, mainly evenings and weekends with some daytime availability. The role supports pharmacists and technicians with prescription data entry, labelling, packaging, inventory, stock receiving and clerical work, plus customer service at the counter and by phone. Experience in a retail pharmacy is preferred, and flexibility for evenings, weekends and holidays is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Support pharmacists and technicians in patient care
  • Enter, label and package prescriptions
  • Count, measure and package medications
  • Receive and stock shipments, monitor inventory
  • Perform clerical tasks such as filing, faxing and insurance claims

Requirements summary:

  • Retail pharmacy assistant experience preferred
  • Pharmacy assistant program completion an asset
  • Kroll skills and accurate data entry an asset
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Organization and attention to detail
  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift boxes

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Employer posting date
2026-03-17
First seen by our source
2026-10-13
Source record updated
2026-10-13

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Hours per week15
Scheduleday, evening, holidays, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingStore
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities

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Neighbourly Pharmacy

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Canada’s largest and fastest-growing network of community pharmacies.

Full company description

𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲. Neighbourly Pharmacy, Canada’s largest and fastest-growing network of community pharmacies, understands the importance of being a good neighbour, friend, and healthcare partner. With over 325 locations in major cities, suburban centers, and rural towns throughout Canada, we are united by one priority: our patients. We wholeheartedly embrace each community we serve, preserving their legacy and continuing the tradition of outstanding care. 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦. At Neighbourly Pharmacy, we recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. As one of Canada’s fastest growing companies, there’s no shortage of opportunity within your community or beyond. Join a fast-paced team of people who are dedicated to serving patients and customers with care. Opportunity at Neighbourly also extends beyond the pharmacy counter. Explore positions in our support centres, from Finance, Human Resources to Operations and more! 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠? We firmly believe pharmacies are the cornerstone of communities. That’s why we want to celebrate the reputation you’ve built, not eliminate it. Our approach ensures continuity of care, maintaining the trust you’ve established with your patients while minimizing disruptions. When you’re ready to sell, trust us preserve what matters most. 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Neighbourly has garnered widespread acclaim as the industry’s preferred acquirer, and employer, and we are proud of our prestigious accolades: Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures™- Enterprise (Waterstone Human Capital) 2025. Canada’s Top Growing Companies (Globe & Mail) 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025. Best Managed Companies (Deloitte & CIBC) 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. New Innovators (Canadian Business Magazine in partnership with BII+E) 2022. Canada’s Top New Growth Companies Startup List (Canadian Business Magazine) 2020.

LinkedIn followers
15,518
People associated on LinkedIn
637
Reported office locations
  • 190 Attwell Drive, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario M9W 6H8, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
  • Retail
  • Drug & Health Stores
  • Retail and wholesale
Other recorded names
  • Neighbourly Pharmacy
Specialties
  • Pharmacy
  • retail
  • health
  • health care
  • drugs
  • and pharmacies
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
323,980,945

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲. Neighbourly Pharmacy, Canada’s largest and fastest-growing network of community pharmacies, understands the importance of being a good neighbour, friend, and healthcare partner. With over 325 locations in major cities, suburban centers, and rural towns throughout Canada, we are united by one priority: our patients. We wholeheartedly embrace each community we…

FieldValue
IndustryRetail
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2015
SpecialtiesPharmacyretailhealthhealth caredrugsand pharmacies
Open jobs on Jobsy164
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Job description


Springhill Community Pharmacy is looking for a part-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Springhill, Nova Scotia.

Patient Focused Care Responsibilities:

  • Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care
  • Greet customers and answer phone calls in a professional 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:

  • Experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy with a preliminary understanding of the pharmacy business is preferred.
  • Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset.
  • Skilled in using Kroll and highly accurate and efficient in prescription data entry 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:

  • 10 to 20 hours per week (Part-time)
  • The store is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Regular shifts will be scheduled within these hours, primarily during evenings and weekends.
  • Some daytime availability is also required.

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 Pharmacy is 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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