Pharmacy Clerk Certified – Costco – Kitchener, ON

Costco’s pharmacy team in Kitchener, Ontario is looking for a Certified Pharmacy Clerk to join their location at 4438 King Street East. This role is ideal for someone with a pharmacy background who enjoys working directly with patients and thrives in a structured, detail-oriented environment.

Day to day, you’ll be supporting the pharmacist in filling and dispensing prescriptions, helping patients at the counter, processing transactions, and keeping the pharmacy running smoothly. It’s a role that blends customer service, pharmaceutical knowledge, and administrative precision — all in one.

About the Role: Pharmacy Clerk Certified

As a Certified Pharmacy Clerk at Costco Kitchener, you’ll work under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists to assist with prescription processing, patient interactions, and inventory management. You’ll handle register transactions, process insurance claims, and maintain accurate patient profiles using the pharmacy computer system — all while adhering to provincial regulations and protecting patient confidentiality.

This position requires a solid understanding of pharmacy procedures, strong attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to patient care. You’ll also play an important role in keeping the department clean, organized, and well-stocked, ensuring a safe and efficient environment for both staff and members.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers an hourly wage of $21.00. Costco is well known for offering competitive compensation and a range of employee benefits that go beyond base pay, making it one of the more attractive retail employers in Canada.

Responsibilities

Working as a Certified Pharmacy Clerk at Costco means you’re central to keeping the pharmacy department running efficiently. From assisting patients to managing inventory and processing prescriptions, your contributions directly impact the quality of care members receive.

• Assist patients at the counter, receive written prescriptions for the Pharmacist, and retrieve filled prescriptions promptly
• Process transactions at the register, including cash, cheques, credit, and debit payments
• Provide courteous service to patients, answer phones, and direct members to product locations
• Update patient profiles and enter prescription information into the pharmacy computer system in accordance with provincial regulations
• Assist in filling prescriptions by counting, pouring, labelling, and pricing under direct pharmacist supervision
• Prepare third-party insurance claims and process invoices using the computerized accounting system
• Order, receive, and stock prescription drugs, supplies, and over-the-counter merchandise following storage standards
• Maintain department cleanliness through sweeping, mopping, dusting, and waste disposal
• Support other warehouse areas as needed

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate for this role brings pharmacy training and hands-on experience working in a pharmacy environment. Costco values candidates who are organized, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing patient-facing service with back-end administrative duties.

• Pharmacy Diploma from a Community College or Costco Pharmacy Clerk Certification is required
• Provincial certification as required by the province of employment
• Current pharmacy experience is preferred and will be given priority during the selection process
• Computer and math skills are preferred for accurate prescription entry and transaction processing
• Member service skills are an asset in this patient-facing role
• French language proficiency (oral and written) required for candidates applying to Quebec locations

How to Apply

To apply for this Certified Pharmacy Clerk position at Costco Kitchener, use the official application link below. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects your pharmacy training and any relevant certifications before submitting.

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