Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Ontario

A Pharmacy Technician is a frontline figure in the pharmacy industry, responsible for a variety of tasks to assist the pharmacist and ensure the efficient operation of the pharmacy. They are often involved in receiving and verifying prescriptions, preparing and dispensing medications, maintaining patient records, and performing inventory checks. Additionally, Pharmacy Technicians must be capable of providing excellent customer service as they frequently interact with patients, answering their questions and providing information about their prescriptions. They also liaise with healthcare providers and insurance companies to manage and resolve any issues related to prescriptions.

Although specific requirements can vary by state, most Pharmacy Technicians should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and many employers prefer candidates who have completed a post-secondary education program in pharmacy technology. They must also possess certain important skills, such as attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask. Many states require Pharmacy Technicians to be certified, which generally involves passing an exam, such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) or the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT). Before becoming a Pharmacy Technician, individuals may have held roles such as a pharmacy clerk, customer service associate, or medical assistant, thus gaining valuable experience in the healthcare industry.

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(CAN) Pharmacy Assistant

  • Chatham, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Chatham, ON
  • 1 day ago

Filling prescriptions (always under the Pharmacists supervision), selecting appropriate products, performing the accuracy program, including 7 point, Visual and DIN checks, selecting and counting/ measuring...

Pharmacy Assistant II-PT

  • Brampton, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Brampton, ON
  • 3 days ago

Requisition ID: 188924 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Part-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: Ontario City: Brampton Location:...

Part Time Pharmacy Assistant

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 4 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 4 days ago

Filling prescriptions (always under the Pharmacists supervision), selecting appropriate products, performing the accuracy program, including 7 point, Visual and DIN checks, selecting and counting/ measuring...

Registered Pharmacy Technician - Future opportunities

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 6 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 6 days ago

Catharines, we work with community and non-retail pharmacies to offer roles tailored to your career goals....

Registered Pharmacy Technician - 12 Month Contract

  • Burlington, ON
  • 6 days ago
  • Burlington, ON
  • 6 days ago

all typical duties of a Registered Pharmacy Technician in a specialty setting Showing checking skills to support final checks in compounding, prescriptions requirements and compliance packaging Other...

Pharmacy Assistant / Clerk - 6-month contract

  • Markham, ON
  • 9 days ago
  • Markham, ON
  • 9 days ago

. - Assist with picking, packing, and labeling medications and compounded products. - Coordinate courier shipments and complete occasional local deliveries. - Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy...

Pharmacy Assistant

  • Burlington, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • Burlington, ON
  • 11 days ago

Job Details Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Assist Pharmacist or the Registered Pharmacy Technician in filling prescriptions; Assist patients picking up prescriptions; Enter, scan and process prescriptions...

Production Pharmacy Assistant - Express Scripts Canada

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 11 days ago

As our organization continues to grow we're looking to add high energy, motivated and forward-thinking Production Pharmacy Assistant to our candidate pool for upcoming roles! The Production...

Pharmacy Technician

  • Georgetown, ON
  • 15 days ago
  • Georgetown, ON
  • 15 days ago

Qualifications Completion of a recognized college level Pharmacy Assistant or Technician Program required Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) Previous hospital...

Front End Pharmacy Assistant - Rx Management - Express Scripts Canada

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 16 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 16 days ago

The Express Scripts Canada Pharmacy, with regional services across the country is transforming the Canadian prescription drug landscape and the way patients make decisions about their medications....

Pharmacy Assistant - Contractual Future Opportunities

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 16 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 16 days ago

Were an HR partner connecting skilled and motivated individuals with community and non-retail pharmacies across Canada....

Assistant Pharmacy II-PT

  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • 17 days ago
  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • 17 days ago

Requisition ID: 188627 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Part-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: Ontario City: Richmond Hill Location...

FullTime Pharmacy Assistant

  • St Catharines, ON
  • 18 days ago
  • St Catharines, ON
  • 18 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a retail pharmacy or a medical clinic Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Proficient with Kroll and computers Customer service-oriented...

PartTime Pharmacy Assistant

  • St Catharines, ON
  • 21 days ago
  • St Catharines, ON
  • 21 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a retail pharmacy or a medical clinic Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Proficient with Kroll and computers Customer service-oriented...

Regulated Pharmacy Technician-FT

  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • 22 days ago
  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • 22 days ago

Requisition ID: 188544 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: Ontario City: Richmond Hill Location...

Pharmacy Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Good Pharmacy Practice: Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy Services
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Good internship programs are vital for training healthcare providers well - thats why effective pharmacy preceptors, the teachers who guide students through their pharmacy training, are so...
Become a Pharmacy Technician
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Salary for Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Ontario

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePharmacy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacy Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Technicians in Ontario offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.9%
High School or GED
20.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.7%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Doctorate Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
5.8%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmacy Technicians in Ontario
Less than 1 year
42.3%
None
38.7%
2-4 years
10.9%
1-2 years
8.1%


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