Pharmacy Clerk Certified – Costco – Edmonton, AB

Costco’s pharmacy team in Edmonton, Alberta is looking for a Certified Pharmacy Clerk to join their location at 12450 149th Street. This is a hands-on role at the heart of patient care, where you’ll support the pharmacist, serve members directly, and keep the pharmacy running smoothly every single day.

From filling prescriptions under pharmacist supervision to processing insurance claims and stocking over-the-counter products, the Pharmacy Clerk Certified role touches nearly every part of the pharmacy operation. If you enjoy working with people, have a background in pharmacy, and take pride in maintaining accuracy and confidentiality, this role is worth a close look.

About the Role: Pharmacy Clerk Certified

As a Certified Pharmacy Clerk at Costco Edmonton, you’ll work directly alongside the pharmacist to assist with prescription dispensing, patient counter service, and the day-to-day administrative tasks that keep the department running. You’ll be responsible for processing transactions, handling payments, and providing prompt, courteous service to members. Accuracy, attention to detail, and a working knowledge of pharmacy procedures are central to this position.

You’ll also play an important role in maintaining patient confidentiality, following provincial regulations, and upholding Costco’s safety and security standards. Whether you’re entering prescription data into the computer system, managing inventory, or preparing third-party insurance claims, your work directly impacts member health and satisfaction.

Benefits and Salary

Costco is well known for offering competitive compensation and a strong benefits package to its employees. While specific salary details for this position are not listed in the posting, Costco Canada consistently ranks among the top employers for total compensation in the retail and pharmacy sector. Benefits typically associated with Costco positions include health and dental coverage, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Clerk Certified position covers a broad range of tasks that span patient service, prescription support, inventory management, and department upkeep. Each responsibility contributes to an accurate, efficient, and welcoming pharmacy experience for Costco members.

• Assist patients at the counter, receive written prescriptions for the pharmacist, and retrieve filled prescriptions in a timely manner
• Process register transactions including cash, cheque, credit, and debit payments with accuracy
• Support prescription filling by bringing stock bottles, counting, pouring, restocking, labelling, and pricing prescriptions under direct pharmacist supervision, as permitted by provincial regulations
• Enter prescription information and assist in updating patient profiles in the pharmacy computer system, maintaining strict patient confidentiality
• Prepare third-party insurance claims, process invoices, and make accounting entries using a computerized system
• Order, receive, tag, and stock prescription drugs, supplies, and over-the-counter products in accordance with department standards and merchandising plans
• Answer phones and direct members to product locations, providing prompt and courteous service throughout
• Maintain department cleanliness through sweeping, mopping, dusting, and emptying trash as needed
• Assist in other warehouse areas as required to support overall store operations

Requirements / Skills

Costco is looking for candidates with formal pharmacy training and the certifications required by their province. Preference will be given to applicants who already have hands-on pharmacy experience and can hit the ground running in a busy, member-focused environment.

• Pharmacy Diploma from a Community College or Costco Pharmacy Clerk certification is required
• Provincial certification as required by the province of Alberta is necessary
• Current pharmacy experience is preferred and will be given priority during the selection process
• Computer skills are an asset, particularly for entering data into pharmacy management systems
• Math skills are important for handling transactions, counting medications, and processing claims accurately
• Member service skills are valued — this role involves regular direct interaction with pharmacy patients and Costco members

How to Apply

To apply for the Pharmacy Clerk Certified position at Costco Edmonton, click the link below to access the official job posting. Make sure your resume is current and reflects your pharmacy training and any relevant certifications before submitting.

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