Job Overview

​We are looking for a reliable, customer-oriented Pharmacy Assistant to support daily pharmacy operations. In this role, you will work under the direct supervision of registered pharmacists to assist with dispensing non-prescription items, managing store inventory, entering billing details, and providing helpful service to walk-in customers and patients.

​Key Responsibilities

- ​Customer Service & Front Desk:
- ​Greet customers and assist them in locating over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, FMCG products, and medical supplies.
- ​Receive incoming prescriptions and hand them to the registered pharmacist for verification and dispensing.
- ​Answer patient inquiries regarding item availability, pricing, and basic store services.
- ​Billing & Computer Data Entry:
- ​Generate retail invoices and handle point-of-sale (POS) billing via pharmacy software.
- ​Process cash, card, and UPI/digital wallet payments accurately.
- ​Maintain and update daily sales records and customer contact details for home-delivery requests.
- ​Inventory & Stock Management:
- ​Unpack, check, and log incoming stock against purchase orders/invoices.
- ​Organize medicines and healthcare items neatly on shelves according to category and alphabetical order.
- ​Monitor batch numbers and expiry dates using the FEFO (First-Expiry, First-Out) method; report near-expiry items to the pharmacist.
- ​Assist with periodic physical stock audits and reconciliation.
- ​Store Maintenance & Compliance:
- ​Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitization standards across shelves, counters, and storage areas.




- ​Ensure temperature-sensitive medications are stored immediately in appropriate refrigerators or controlled-temperature zones.
- ​Follow all standard pharmacy procedures and regulatory guidelines as directed by the supervising pharmacist.

​Qualifications & Requirements
- ​Education: Minimum Higher Secondary (10+2) in Science (preferred) or any stream; Diploma/Certification in Pharmacy Assistance or Retail Healthcare is an added advantage. (Note: D.Pharm/B.Pharm not mandatory unless specifically seeking a registered dispenser role).
- ​Experience: 6 months to 2 years of prior experience working in a retail medical store, pharmacy chain (e.g., Apollo, MedPlus), or hospital dispensary. Freshers with relevant vocational training are also welcome to apply.
- ​Computer Skills: Basic computer proficiency; hands-on familiarity with pharmacy billing software (e.g., Marg ERP, Mediman, POS software) is a plus.
- ​Language Proficiency: Fluency in the local regional language and basic conversational knowledge of Hindi and/or English.
- ​Key Traits: Attention to detail, basic numeracy skills, ethical conduct, and the physical stamina to stand for long shifts and handle stock movement.

​Working Conditions & Advantages
- ​Shift Timings: Rotational day/evening shifts (including weekends/public holidays as per retail roster).
- ​Compensation: Competitive monthly salary [₹12,000 – ₹20,000 / month, based on experience] + PF / ESI benefits.
- ​Perks: Employee discounts on medicines, performance incentives, and clear growth pathways toward senior assistant or inventory management roles.

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Commuter assistance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Pharmacy assistant (Hoshiarpur)
🏢 Kalia Medical Store
📍 Hoshiarpur