06/04/2026
Pharmacy Assistant - Permanent Position
Super Thrifty is recruiting for the position of a permanent full time Pharmacy Assistant at our Hamiota pharmacy located at 38 - 4th Street SE in Hamiota, Manitoba. This position reports to the Pharmacy Manager and adds value to our small business by assisting with the operation of the retail pharmacy and patient care.
Job Responsibilities:
• Accept new written prescription orders and refill prescriptions
• Verify all data on the prescription (patient name and address; physician name and address; date of prescription; drug; directions; quantity; refills; physician signature)
• Verify and input third-party coverage information
• Verify quantities for filling
• Scan and enter new prescription information into pharmacy database (Kroll)
• Third Party adjudication
• Preparing all formats of prescriptions for final checking
• Report any actual or perceived issues concerning the dispensing of prescriptions to the pharmacist
• Handling customer prescription pick up
• Place and receive orders for maintenance of pharmacy stock through inventory control systems
• Prepare and reconcile third party insurance claims and records
About You (qualifications/skills):
• Previous assistant experience an asset (but not required)
• Proficient computer/data/entry skills
• Previous experience with Kroll pharmacy software is an asset
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Possess strong, independent problem-solving skills
• Available to work regular shifts 4-5 days per week
• Demonstrated success working in a team-based environment
• Customer focused and high degree of tact and diplomacy
If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.
Hamiota Super Thrifty Pharmacy offers a comprehensive rewards package including group insurance, a pension plan, and an employee discount. We value personal and family time, as such, the dispensary does NOT work on holidays, evenings, or weekends! We are locally owned, with roots throughout the community going back decades.
Now among only a handful of independently owned pharmacy chains in Canada, Super Thrifty’s main focus today, as it was when the company was first founded, is that the stores are not only serving the community but are part of the community. We’re your neighbours, we know you & we’re here to help.
Please submit your résumé and cover letter to Kyle Skayman, in person or via email ([email protected]). Call 204-764-2140 if more information is needed. This posting will stay up until the position is filled. Start date flexible, but no later than mid-July would be preferred.