Job for the future Pharmacy Technical Assistants

Average hourly wage

$20.57

Job description

These individuals assist Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians in their tasks. They work in:

  • Hospitals
  • University health and social services centres
  • Pharmacies

Personality profiles (RIASEC)

Realistic
People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
Social
People with this profile prefer to be in contact with others, in particular to entertain, help or teach them.
Conventional
People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.

Main tasks

  • Assist pharmacists with drug inventory and records.
  • Greet and welcome customers at the prescription counter.
  • Verify the accuracy of information recorded on prescriptions.
  • Enter customer information into databases.
  • Prepare medications and mix oral solutions, ointments, and creams.
  • Produce invoices for insurance.
  • Assist with scheduling and workflow planning as required.

Formation

Most training programs are offered in French only.

Secondary

DVS in pharmacy Technical Assistance

Code : 5841

Placement rate: 80.5%

7% of graduates pursue further studies

More on graduates’ employment situation

College

Targeted regions

Last update: January 29, 2026

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