Pharmacy Assistant - Temporary Assignment

Join a high-energy team where your expertise in Kroll or other pharmacy software will be utilized from day one to support patient care! Apply today!


Advantages
Pharmacy Assistant – Temporary Assignment - Full-Time hours - Winnipeg – Healthcare

Here’s what’s in it for YOU:

Competitive Pay: Earn between $23 and $24 per hour based on your level of expertise.

Immediate Start: Get to work right away with a streamlined onboarding process through Randstad.

Steady Schedule: Enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday work week with no weekend requirements (shifts run 8:30 - 4:30 or 9:00 - 5:00 - you must be available to work either shift)

Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience within a high-volume specialty setting that could lead to future opportunities but will certainly help strengthen your resume!

No retail pressure – this location is closed to most walk-in patients (patient service occurs using telecommunication for the most part (some patients may come to reception to pick-up medications)

A chance to support high-quality patient care

A modern facility with clear workflows and dedicated workstations and great leadership


Responsibilities
Pharmacy Assistant – Temporary Assignment - Full-Time hours - Winnipeg – Healthcare

Support the Pharmacist and Registered Pharmacy Technician in the accurate preparation and filling of prescriptions.

Utilize Kroll Pharmacy software to enter, scan, and process patient prescriptions efficiently.

Facilitate the prescription pickup process, ensuring every customer receives the correct medication and high-quality service.

Manage high-volume call traffic, screening inquiries for the Pharmacist and responding to internal and external customer needs.

Maintain organized pharmacy records, files, and computer drives to ensure data integrity.

Handle inventory tasks including ordering, receiving, and restocking medications.

Prepare and process necessary documentation for billings, claims, and disbursements.

Package and ship outgoing prescription orders while strictly following established safety protocols.

Assist with general administrative duties and housekeeping to keep the pharmacy running smoothly.

Participate in on-call or standby duties if required by the workflow.


Qualifications
Pharmacy Assistant – Temporary Assignment - Full-Time hours - Winnipeg – Healthcare

Able to start immediately (no option for providing a notice period and we do not recommend leaving a permanent job for a short-term temporary assignment)

At least 1 year of experience working in a pharmacy environment in a role that involved prescription intake and data entry (including insurance support).

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Proven ability to handle a high volume of prescriptions with accuracy.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs as required by daily tasks.

Availability to work Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8:30 am and 5:00 pm.

Role is conditional on clear background check, so must be comfortable proceeding with the same (Randstad facilitates at our cost)

Must be legally eligible to work full-time hours in Canada and be available for the duration of the assignment


Summary
Pharmacy Assistant – Temporary Assignment - Full-Time hours - Winnipeg – 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.

No Cost to Job Seekers

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.

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.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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