Job ID: 10485

Company Description

Our client, seeking a Pharmacy Assistant in North York, is a well-established Canadian pharmacy and personalized medicine provider with over 25 years of experience supporting patients and healthcare professionals with tailored therapeutic solutions.

Built on a foundation of patient-centred care, they go beyond traditional dispensing to offer customized medication services—including compounding, specialty medication support, pharmacogenetics services, clinical navigation, and reimbursement assistance—designed to meet the unique needs of each individual they serve.

With a focus on quality, professional expertise, and trusted clinical advice, the organization plays an essential role in bridging gaps in patient care where standard therapies may fall short.

Compensation

$20 to $22.50 per hour*

*The stated compensation range reflects the full scope of the role as currently structured and is provided in accordance with pay transparency requirements. Offers are determined based on relevant experience, demonstrated skills, internal equity, and alignment with the role’s requirements. The upper end of the range is typically reserved for candidates who fully meet all requirements and qualifications outlined in this posting and the official job description.

The Opportunity

Healthcare moves quickly. Accuracy matters. People matter even more.

Our client is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant who thrives in a structured, regulated environment and understands that every prescription represents a person counting on precision, care, and professionalism.

This is more than a counter role. It is a vital support position within a progressive community pharmacy that blends traditional retail service with modern systems and online components. You will be part of a team that values efficiency, accountability, and patient trust.

If you take pride in getting the details right and enjoy being part of a collaborative healthcare setting, this opportunity offers meaningful impact and daily variety.

Position Description

Working alongside licensed pharmacists and reporting to pharmacy leadership, you will support the safe and accurate preparation, processing, and distribution of prescriptions while delivering an exceptional patient experience.

Greeting and assisting patients in person and by telephone
Receiving, organizing, and preparing prescriptions for dispensing
Counting, packaging, labeling, and staging medications for pharmacist verification
Processing prescription claims and resolving third-party billing or adjudication discrepancies
Managing point-of-sale transactions
Maintaining accurate patient records and documentation
Coordinating prescription deliveries when required
Ordering, receiving, stocking, and rotating medications and pharmacy supplies in accordance with storage and safety standards
Supporting front-store merchandising initiatives and assisting customers with product inquiries
Communicating with healthcare providers to clarify prescription information
Maintaining cleanliness, organization, and confidentiality standards within the pharmacy

This role requires composure and attention to detail in a fast-paced, regulated healthcare environment.

Experience

Experience in a retail, customer-facing, or pharmacy support environment
Exposure to prescription processing and insurance billing systems
Familiarity with pharmacy management software platforms
Confidence working within compliance-driven healthcare settings
Experience handling provincial drug benefit plans and third-party reimbursement processes is considered a strong asset

Qualifications

Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
Strong communication skills and patient-first service orientation
Sound judgment and professional discretion
Comfort managing multiple priorities efficiently
Organizational strength and time management discipline
Ability to collaborate effectively within a pharmacy team

Education

Post-secondary education in a pharmacy-related discipline is beneficial but not mandatory.

Additional Information

Job Type - On-Site, Permanent, Full-Time
Industries - Pharmaceutical
Job Categories - Healthcare
Manages Others - No
Required Travel - No
Relocation Assistance - No

Learn More About the Recruiter

Valerie Yuricekspecializes in the placement of staff at all levels from entry level to senior management. Her in-depth knowledge of the industry allows Valerie to source candidates that match the criteria of her clients. She prides herself on working on behalf of both Client and Candidate and ensuring the perfect fit for both parties.

How to Apply

Please click on the “Apply” button located elsewhere on this job posting (preferred) or email your resume to: vyuricek@stoakley.com

Existing Vacancy

This is a critical role within the organization and, following the recruitment and selection process, the selected candidate should expect to receive an offer promptly.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

We do NOT use artificial intelligence to screen, rank or select candidates. The merits of every single application will be judged by a human. AI may be used to craft correspondence or write a job posting but never in the decision-making as to candidate suitability.

About Stoakley-Stewart Consultants

Stoakley-Stewart Consultants Ltd. is an Executive Search/Recruiting firm with an impressive domestic presence and strong international reach. We opened our doors in 1977 and have grown to be one of the most successful employment agencies in Canada. We house a team of top-notch consultants, each acting as a subject matter expert in their chosen field. As a result we provide professional recruiting services to clients and candidates in a variety of industries, functions and geographies. This expansive breadth of experience allows us, as a firm, to successfully satisfy all of your hiring/employment needs. In accordance with Canadian laws, it is the policy of Stoakley-Stewart Consultants to consider all qualified individuals for available positions without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, country of origin, age, disability etc.

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