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Support pharmacist in prescription processing and pharmacy operations. Assist in filling prescriptions. Maintain inventory and stock management. Provide customer service
Requirements summary
Certification from a college or online Pharmacy Technician/Assistant program.
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant.
Experience with prescription workflow and preparation.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to work independently.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Respect for diverse communities and cultural awareness
Certification from a college or online Pharmacy Technician/Assistant programData entryCustomer serviceComputer skillsInventory managementAdministrative functionsRefill processingMedication labelingPrescription workflowPatient profile updatesFilling prescriptions
Job description
Work as a Pharmacy Assistant in Northern Canada with relocation support and subsidized housing.
Build experience while supporting communities where pharmacy services are essential.
Looking for more than just a pharmacy job?
At Northern/NorthMart, you’ll support community health in a meaningful way while gaining experience in a unique practice setting.
We’re hiring Pharmacy Assistants for remote communities across Manitoba, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories.
This is a relocation-based role, supported by The North West Company.
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Subsidized housing
Food allowance
Paid vacation travel
Bonus opportunities
And more! Our Mission "To advance and provide comprehensive and innovative patient-centered health services to under-served and hard-to-reach regions." Your Impact As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will support the pharmacist in the technical and administrative aspects of prescription processing and day-to-day pharmacy operations. This role contributes to the delivery of pharmacy services in communities where access to care may be limited. What You’ll Do
Receive and process prescriptions in accordance with provincial regulations
Perform data entry, patient profile updates, and refill processing
Assist in filling prescriptions under pharmacist supervision
Prepare and label medications accurately
Maintain inventory and assist with stock management
Support administrative and clerical functions
Provide customer service in a respectful and professional manner What We’re Looking For
Certification from a college or online Pharmacy Technician/Assistant program
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant
Experience with prescription workflow and preparation
Strong computer skills (Kroll experience is an asset)
Ability to work independently
Strong communication and customer service skills
Benefits
Bonus opportunities
Subsidized housing
Paid vacation travel
Food allowance
Respect for diverse communities and cultural awareness About NWC The North West Company is a trusted retailer in underserved communities across Northern Canada, Alaska, the South Pacific, and the Caribbean. We offer more than just groceries—we’re a community hub. Learn more at northwest.ca. Working in Northern Communities This role involves relocating to a remote or northern community. Living and working in these locations can be a unique and rewarding experience, but it also requires adaptability and an understanding of remote living conditions. We create a collaborative and constructive culture by: *Being Enterprising
Committing to our Customer
Working with Passion
Leading and Developing Others
Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity
Building Trust The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities. A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #MakeADifference
