Pharmacy Assistant Part Time – Walmart – Thunder Bay, ON

Walmart Canada’s Thunder Bay location is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant (Part Time) to join its in-store pharmacy team. This role sits at the crossroads of customer care and healthcare support — you’ll be working alongside licensed pharmacists to help deliver accurate, efficient prescription services to the local community.

Day to day, you’ll be handling everything from data entry and prescription intake to inventory management and OTC support. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a regulated healthcare setting, this could be a solid fit for you.

About the Role: Pharmacy Assistant Part Time

As a Pharmacy Assistant at Walmart Thunder Bay, you’ll support the pharmacist in a wide range of technical and administrative tasks. This includes receiving and processing prescriptions, performing computer functions such as data entry and patient profile updates, and filling prescriptions under direct pharmacist supervision. You’ll need a sharp eye for detail and a working knowledge of drug names, dosage calculations, and provincial pharmacy regulations.

The role also involves maintaining a clean, organized dispensary, managing inventory, and providing support on the OTC floor as assigned. You’ll be expected to work as a genuine team player, contributing to smooth daily pharmacy operations while always prioritizing patient safety and customer service.

Benefits and Salary

This part-time Pharmacy Assistant position offers a pay range of $17.60 – $23.10 per hour, with your rate determined based on relevant experience. Walmart also offers a range of associate benefits including a store discount, Deferred Profit Sharing, access to the Live Better U education program, and EQ Health support. Additional benefits such as comprehensive coverage, life insurance, and paid time off may be available depending on hours and employment status.

Responsibilities

Working in a pharmacy environment means precision and accountability are part of the job every single day. As a Pharmacy Assistant, you’ll support pharmacists in keeping operations running safely and efficiently, directly impacting the quality of care patients receive.

• Receive prescriptions from patients while following provincial legal and regulatory conditions, verifying completeness of information including name, DOB, allergies, and third-party details
• Perform computer functions including data entry, price checks, patient information entry and updates, and competent interpretation of written prescriptions with Latin abbreviations and dosage calculations
• Fill prescriptions under pharmacist supervision, selecting appropriate products, conducting 7-point, Visual, and DIN accuracy checks, labelling and organizing for pharmacist review
• Maintain inventory control by monitoring stock levels, pulling expired medications, processing drug and supply orders, operating the Telxon gun, and managing interchangeable drug selections
• Perform general housekeeping in the dispensary including stocking filling supplies, keeping the workspace clean and organized, and maintaining dispensing and packaging equipment
• Handle clerical tasks such as filing prescriptions, invoices, reports, and completing assigned administrative support functions including accounts receivable
• Support OTC operations with ordering, stocking, and cashier duties as directed by the OTC Manager or Pharmacist

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate is someone who brings accuracy, adaptability, and a genuine interest in pharmacy operations to the role. Walmart values team members who communicate clearly, stay organized under pressure, and take their responsibility to patients seriously.

• Flexible availability across mornings, afternoons, evenings, and nights
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients and healthcare staff
• Detail-oriented approach to prescription processing, dosage calculations, and regulatory compliance
• Team player mindset with a willingness to contribute across all aspects of pharmacy and OTC operations
• Positive, helpful attitude when serving customers and supporting the pharmacy team
• Basic computer proficiency for data entry, patient records, and report generation

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official Walmart Canada job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume is up to date before submitting your application.

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