Part Time Pharmacy assistant

PurposeMed is a Canadian-founded healthtech company established in 2019 with a mission to improve access to complex care for underserved communities. We've combined our clinical roots with a drive to scale, and now our exceptional team provides specialized care to thousands of patients every month. PurposeMed consists of Freddie, our complex care business unit, and partner pharmacy network, Affirming Care Pharmacy. improves sexual health through education, prevention, and treatment with a focus on the LGBTQ2S+ community. As the #1 rated PrEP provider in North America, we're proudly dismantling barriers to sexual healthcare for patients across both Canada and the USA. Affirming Care Pharmacy Operating from six central hubs—Calgary, Mississauga, and Toronto in Canada, and Los Angeles, New York City, and San Antonio in the US—the team provides patients with an integrated, end-to-end healthcare experience. Permanent, full-time opportunity Location & Hours of Operation: Ability to commute to 98-18 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11369, United States (currently operating as Max Pharmacy, transitioning to Affirming Care Pharmacy). The Pharmacy is currently open Monday to Thursday from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Friday from 10:30AM to 4:00PM. We are looking for a Pharmacy Assistant to join our incredible Affirming Care Pharmacy team in East Elmhurst, NY. Reporting to our Supervising Pharmacist, you will play a vital role in supporting daily pharmacy operations, managing patient outreach, and assisting with prescription intake, preparation, packaging, and shipping under pharmacist supervision. Your work will directly support reducing health disparities and expanding access to care within diverse populations, including those in the LGBTQ2IA+ community. Driving Patient Outreach & Engagement Providing exceptional patient support across all communication channels: phone, SMS, email, and secure messaging Supporting Prescription & Pharmacy Operations Creating and updating patient profiles and maintaining internal pharmacy databases Assisting with the end-to-end prescription fulfillment process: preparing, counting, labelling, packaging, and shipping orders under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist Maintaining an efficient, safe, and tidy dispensary Assisting with inventory management, stock replenishment, and unboxing shipments Ensuring every request is processed accurately and in accordance with state regulations and pharmacy policies 1+ years of experience in retail, customer service, or healthcare support (prior pharmacy, clinic, or medical office experience preferred) Willingness and interest in becoming a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) in New York State Flexibility to work different shifts, including potentially weekends and evenings Familiarity or comfort with healthcare/pharmacy software and data entry Prior experience in a community, mail-order, or specialty pharmacy setting Experience working with PioneerRx or similar pharmacy management systems. Fluency in Spanish 19.95-$22.11 per hour, reviewed annually The compensation listed above refers to an hourly rate that may vary depending on a candidate's relevant qualifications, knowledge, competencies and work experience, and other factors including market conditions. Please note that the benefits listed are specific to full-time team members and may be adjusted based on your location or employment type). Do you think you could be our next Pharmacy Assistant? We look forward to seeing your application! What we're offering (based on full-time, permanent roles in Canada & the USA):

Along with the benefits below, we offer additional programs and supports designed to help you feel your best—both at work and outside of it. Work flexibly within a team that's remote friendly; Annual winter break closure Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care from your first day of work—we cover 100% of your premiums, with coverage available for dependents Extended mental health coverage $If you are looking for a place that sparks your creativity, helps others, and will push you to be your best, then you'll love PurposeMed. PurposeMed is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer, and we highly encourage those from excluded and marginalized communities to apply. This includes groups such as (but not limited to): Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities, trans and non-binary, LGBTQ2S+, disabled, and HIV-positive people. Team members working onsite at Affirming Care pharmacies do need to be physically present.