pharmacy assistant - long term care pharmacy experience required.

Pharmacy Assistant - Long Term Care Pharmacy Experience Required - Full-Time, Permanent - Brantford, ON - Healthcare

Are you looking for a pharmacy career with deeper meaning, greater purpose, and a true sense of growth? We are seeking a phenomenal, warm, and detail-oriented Pharmacy Assistant to join a thriving, close-knit team in Brantford.

In this permanent, on-site role, you will become the dedicated "face of the pharmacy" (by phone and email) for our client's long-term care and group home home partners. You will play a pivotal role in splitting home responsibilities with another stellar assistant, balancing high-volume data entry with meaningful backend administrative management.

Do you have Long Term Care Pharmacy experience as an assistant? That is required - Apply today!

Advantages
Pharmacy Assistant - Long Term Care Pharmacy Experience Required - Full-Time, Permanent - Brantford, ON - Healthcare

Direct-Hire Security: Join the client's permanent payroll from day one.

Competitive Pay: Earn a stable hourly wage of $26.00 to $27.00 per hour.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a regular daytime schedule, Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Paid Time Off: Benefit from 3 weeks of paid vacation plus 3 paid sick days.

Health Benefits: Access a comprehensive healthcare benefits package.

Extra Rewards: Eligible for a discretionary, performance-based annual holiday bonus.

On-Call Stipend: Earn a guaranteed stipend for low-volume, app-driven after-hours phone coverage.

Growth and Culture: Work alongside a supportive management team in a positive, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities
Pharmacy Assistant - Long Term Care Pharmacy Experience Required - Full-Time, Permanent - Brantford, ON - Healthcare

Data Entry & Triage: Execute high-volume data entry and script processing using Kroll software, while fielding incoming orders and phone inquiries for your designated homes. We are ideally looking for someone with MediCare and PCC software experience as well.

Backend Administration: Manage and track annual medication reviews requiring physician signatures every six months, and ensure all regulatory forms are updated properly.

Account Management: Oversee and review monthly resident invoicing and account balances for your assigned homes (complete training on the billing/account side will be provided).

Relationship Building: Serve as a pleasant, empathetic, and warm point of contact for home staff, addressing inquiries with exceptional customer service.

Team Collaboration: Maintain a well-rounded, team-first approach by stepping in to help with filling, labeling, or general tasks when colleagues are away or during peak times.

Qualifications
Pharmacy Assistant - Long Term Care Pharmacy Experience Required - Full-Time, Permanent - Brantford, ON - Healthcare

Mandatory: LTC Experience: 1 to 2+ years of experience working as a Pharmacy Assistant in a Long-Term Care (LTC), retirement home, or group home pharmacy setting.is required (no exceptions)

Technical Software Expertise: Proven proficiency using Kroll pharmacy software, MediCare, and PointClickCare (PCC).

Exceptional Communication: A highly personable, warm, and professional telephone manner with a service-first attitude.

On-Call Availability: Willingness to participate in an after-hours on-call rotation 1 to 2 days per week (weekdays via a mobile app, with an open mind for occasional weekend coverage; calls are highly limited and typically involve basic text or call routing to a regulated HCP).

Location: Ability to work 100% on-site at the Brantford facility.

A flexible, proactive mindset and a passion for collaborating within a growing independent pharmacy team.

Summary
Pharmacy Assistant - Long Term Care Pharmacy Experience Required - Full-Time, Permanent - Brantford, ON - Healthcare

Qualified, available and interested candidates are encouraged to click "apply" on this page and submit an application via Randstad Canada's confidential career portal.

About Randstad Healthcare – Your Partner in Career Growth

Randstad Canada's Healthcare Division specializes in permanent and long-term direct-hire contract placements across a variety of healthcare sectors in major centres throughout Canada. We are committed to connecting qualified healthcare professionals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

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There is no cost for job seekers to use our services. We are engaged by healthcare employers to support their hiring efforts, and our involvement does not affect your compensation in any way. All inquiries and conversations are handled confidentially, and your information is only shared with your explicit permission.

How We Support the Hiring Process

When you express interest in an opportunity with Randstad Healthcare, and if your background aligns with our client's current needs, our team may reach out to begin the selection process. Here’s what that process typically involves:

✔ Initial Contact – No resume is required to begin but is encouraged, as understanding your background helps us help you. Apply to this advertisement so we have your info.

✔ Introductory Chat – If your profile is a potential fit, you may be contacted by our team for a 10–15-minute informal conversation to explore alignment with the role.

✔ Assessment & Presentation – For strong matches, we’ll conduct a more in-depth assessment and may present your profile to the client’s hiring team.

✔ Interview Coordination – If selected to move forward, we’ll coordinate interviews and help you prepare.

✔ Offer & Onboarding Support – If offered the role, you’ll be employed directly by our client (temporary support staff may be directly employed by Randstad Canada). We assist with coordination and background checks, and ensure you’re prepared for your first day.

Not sure yet? Apply anyway - if you're qualified and a top applicant, we'll be in touch and you can ask any questions you might have - we're happy to help!

Ready to Apply?

If you’re qualified and interested, click “apply” to submit your profile through Randstad Canada's confidential career portal. Know someone suitable for this role? Share this career link with them right away and encourage them to apply - thank you!

Thank you for your interest in Randstad Healthcare. Please note that only candidates whose profiles align with our client’s immediate or typical hiring needs may be contacted for further steps in the process. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity, and for taking the time to learn about Randstad Healthcare's professional recruitment services! We look forward to reviewing your application.

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