Pharmacy Technical Assistant
- Posted by : S & A Pharma Inc.
May 25, 2026 - November 25, 2026
- Job category : Medical & Dental Care
Job Description
Richmond Medical Pharmacy is excited to welcome a passionate, motivated, and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technical Assistant to our team. As a trusted healthcare provider in the Napanee community, we take pride in delivering exceptional patient care and creating a positive experience for every individual who walks through our doors.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working as part of a collaborative team, and is committed to supporting the safe and accurate preparation and dispensing of medications.
Pharmacy Technical Assistant
Employer: Richmond Medical Pharmacy
Location: 107 John Street, Napanee, ON K7R 1R1
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Wage: $36.00 per hour
Hours: 30–40 hours per week
Vacancies: 1
Start Date: As soon as possible
Work Location: On-site (no remote work available)
Job Summary
Richmond Medical Pharmacy is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technical Assistant to support pharmacists in the preparation, dispensing, and management of prescription medications while ensuring compliance with pharmacy standards and patient care requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Receive and process prescription orders under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Verify prescription information for completeness and accuracy.
- Enter patient and prescription information into pharmacy software systems.
- Prepare, package, label, and dispense medications as directed by the pharmacist.
- Assist pharmacists in maintaining accurate prescription records and patient profiles.
- Maintain inventory levels of medications and pharmaceutical products.
- Order, receive, stock, and organize pharmaceutical supplies.
- Compound pharmaceutical products by measuring, mixing, and preparing medications in accordance with established procedures and pharmacist instructions.
- Process third-party insurance claims and prescription billing.
- Respond to routine customer inquiries and refer clinical questions to the pharmacist.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with privacy legislation.
- Ensure compliance with pharmacy policies, health and safety regulations, and quality assurance standards.
- Perform general administrative duties related to pharmacy operations.
Employment Requirements
Education
- Completion of a pharmacy assistant/pharmacy technician program OR
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy
Experience
- Minimum 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a community or retail pharmacy setting.
Skills
- Knowledge of pharmacy software and database systems.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Working Conditions
- Fast-paced environment.
- Repetitive tasks requiring attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Standing for extended periods may be required.
Language
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting:
via email to:
Richmond Medical Pharmacy welcomes applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous persons, vulnerable youth, newcomers to Canada, and other legally authorized workers. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment.
