$10,400+ average monthly earnings Top earners make $15,000 - $32,000 per month
100% of your earnings — no commission cuts
< 3 hrs time to fill a shift with relief shift automation
High Paying shifts available from $65/h to $110/h Earn Extra $$$ bonus Save thousands of $$$ on Staffing and Scheduling
99.9% shift completion rate
"I filled 3 shifts in my first week" — Sarah, Toronto
From Toronto to Vancouver — pharmacies & professionals connected
$10,400+ average monthly earnings Top earners make $15,000 - $32,000 per month
100% of your earnings — no commission cuts
< 3 hrs time to fill a shift with relief shift automation
High Paying shifts available from $65/h to $110/h Earn Extra $$$ bonus Save thousands of $$$ on Staffing and Scheduling
99.9% shift completion rate
"I filled 3 shifts in my first week" — Sarah, Toronto
From Toronto to Vancouver — pharmacies & professionals connected

Entry-level friendly. No Cert Required

Pharmacy Assistant Jobs & Relief Shifts

Start your pharmacy career without certification. Find relief shifts and full-time positions across Canada. Keep 100% of earnings, get trained on the job, and build your path to becoming a technician.

No Cert Required

Gain experience

$16-25/hr Relief

Keep 100%

$35-45K Full-Time

With benefits

Career Growth

Path to technician

Real Results from Pharmacists

See how pharmacists are earning more with Relief Guru
RPh P. Shah, Calgary
$32,000
Earned in a single month with 100% full pay — no commission cuts
★★★★★
Working with Relief Guru as a relief pharmacist has been an excellent experience. Their communication is professional, scheduling is well-organised, and they offer competitive pay. Relief Guru truly understands the needs of both pharmacists and pharmacies.
Sejin Hwang Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
Pharmacist Savings
Pharmacist Savings
+$9,360
Extra earned in last 6 months by avoiding 15-30% platform fees from agencies
★★★★★
Best agency to work with. Zero pharmacist pay cut, Response is quick, High per hour pay, Communication is excellent and always ready to help. Highly recommend Relief Guru for any kind of relief work related help. Gayatri is the best.
Parth Happy Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
RPh Patel, Alberta
315+ Shifts
Worked across multiple pharmacies in Alberta with 100% flexibility and weekly payments
★★★★★
As a pharmacist who has worked with various relief agencies, Relief Guru is in a league of its own. Communication is always clear and prompt, their operations are completely transparent, and payments are consistently on time.
Ignatius Anane-Ansah Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
RPh Sharma
$120/hour
Earned top hourly rate on relief shifts with 100% of pay — zero agency cuts
★★★★★
I had an unexpected emergency and needed to cancel my shift last minute. Thank God for swap shift feature, I could swap it easily. The app is super simple to use and they saved me $$$. I didn't have to pay anything!
Vivan Patel Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
RPh P. Shah, Calgary
$32,000
Earned in a single month with 100% full pay — no commission cuts
★★★★★
Working with Relief Guru as a relief pharmacist has been an excellent experience. Their communication is professional, scheduling is well-organised, and they offer competitive pay. Relief Guru truly understands the needs of both pharmacists and pharmacies.
Sejin Hwang Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
Pharmacist Savings
Pharmacist Savings
+$9,360
Extra earned in last 6 months by avoiding 15-30% platform fees from agencies
★★★★★
Best agency to work with. Zero pharmacist pay cut, Response is quick, High per hour pay, Communication is excellent and always ready to help. Highly recommend Relief Guru for any kind of relief work related help. Gayatri is the best.
Parth Happy Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
RPh Patel, Alberta
315+ Shifts
Worked across multiple pharmacies in Alberta with 100% flexibility and weekly payments
★★★★★
As a pharmacist who has worked with various relief agencies, Relief Guru is in a league of its own. Communication is always clear and prompt, their operations are completely transparent, and payments are consistently on time.
Ignatius Anane-Ansah Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
RPh Sharma
$120/hour
Earned top hourly rate on relief shifts with 100% of pay — zero agency cuts
★★★★★
I had an unexpected emergency and needed to cancel my shift last minute. Thank God for swap shift feature, I could swap it easily. The app is super simple to use and they saved me $$$. I didn't have to pay anything!
Vivan Patel Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
Scheduled
14 Jan, Friday
8AM – 12PM
Available
14 Jan, Friday
8AM – 12PM
Swap Shift Feature
$10,800
Saved by 18 pharmacists on shift cancellation using the Swap Shift feature
★★★★★
Very professional relief company, Relief Guru always provide me with good quality shifts which means connecting me with very committed and professional pharmacy owners and good rates as well. The app is very easy to use.
Mariam Yossif Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
Clinical Services Bonus
$200-$300
EXTRA earned by average pharmacists with clinical services bonus on top of high paying relief shift pay
★★★★★
Very good service with Relief Guru, best relief company with great customer service and zero cut for pharmacist. Highly recommend.
Shilpa Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
★★★★★
Relief Guru platform is easy to use as a pharmacist looking for some extra shifts. The payment system is uncomplicated and prompt. Ankit is also very responsive if you have a question about the platform.
Billy Wunarto Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
★★★★★
Gayatri helped matched me with the right employer. They take careful consideration of what the employer and applicant need in order for it to be the right fit.
Kathryn C. Staff Pharmacist · Permanent Hiring Service · Alberta
★★★★★
I had picked up some shifts using the app and had great experience. They are very professional. Always responds to messages and answered my questions in a timely manner. Got paid very fast too. Rate was excellent.
Anisha Stanley Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
Scheduled
14 Jan, Friday
8AM – 12PM
Available
14 Jan, Friday
8AM – 12PM
Swap Shift Feature
$10,800
Saved by 18 pharmacists on shift cancellation using the Swap Shift feature
★★★★★
Very professional relief company, Relief Guru always provide me with good quality shifts which means connecting me with very committed and professional pharmacy owners and good rates as well. The app is very easy to use.
Mariam Yossif Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
Clinical Services Bonus
$200-$300
EXTRA earned by average pharmacists with clinical services bonus on top of high paying relief shift pay
★★★★★
Very good service with Relief Guru, best relief company with great customer service and zero cut for pharmacist. Highly recommend.
Shilpa Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
★★★★★
Relief Guru platform is easy to use as a pharmacist looking for some extra shifts. The payment system is uncomplicated and prompt. Ankit is also very responsive if you have a question about the platform.
Billy Wunarto Relief Pharmacist · Alberta
★★★★★
Gayatri helped matched me with the right employer. They take careful consideration of what the employer and applicant need in order for it to be the right fit.
Kathryn C. Staff Pharmacist · Permanent Hiring Service · Alberta
★★★★★
I had picked up some shifts using the app and had great experience. They are very professional. Always responds to messages and answered my questions in a timely manner. Got paid very fast too. Rate was excellent.
Anisha Stanley Relief Pharmacist · Alberta

Your Career Path

1

Pharmacy Assistant

Start here — no certification needed

2

Gain Experience

Learn systems, workflows, medications

3

Get Certified

Complete technician certification program

4

Pharmacy Technician

Higher pay, more responsibilities

Why Relief Guru

Start Your Pharmacy Career Without Certification

Pharmacy assistant roles are perfect entry points into the industry. Many positions require no formal certification — just a willingness to learn. Get trained on the job and build experience toward becoming a certified technician.

Opportunities

Relief Work or Full-Time Career

Choose how you want to work — flexible shifts or stable employment.

Relief Shifts

$16-25/hr

Average Hourly Rate

Pick up shifts on your schedule. Work at different pharmacies, build experience, and keep 100% of what you earn.

Full-Time Positions

$35-45K/year

Average Annual Income

Find permanent roles with benefits, paid time off, and career growth opportunities at pharmacies across Canada.

Job Duties

What Pharmacy Assistants Do

Typical responsibilities you’ll handle in assistant roles.

Front-End Sales

Customer service, cash register, & product assistance

Stock & Inventory

Receiving, shelving, and organizing products

Data Entry

Entering prescription info into pharmacy systems

Phone Support

Answering calls, prescription inquiries, transfers

Filing & Organization

Maintaining prescription files and records

Maintenance

Keeping the pharmacy clean and organized

Prescription Support

Assisting with labeling, counting, and packaging

Customer Relations

Greeting patients & managing pickup queues

How It Works

From Download to Deposit in 4 Simple Steps

Our streamlined process makes finding and filling shifts effortless.

Create Profile

Sign up free. Add your experience (even if limited) and availability.

Quick Verification

Basic background check. No certification documents needed.

Browse & Apply

Find relief shifts or permanent jobs. Filter by location and hours.

Work & Earn

Complete shifts, keep 100% of earnings, get paid weekly.

Platform Benefits

Built for Pharmacy Assistants

Features designed to help you find work and build your career.

100% Earnings

No platform fees, no commissions. Keep every dollar you earn on relief shifts.

Entry-Level Friendly

Many positions require no prior experience. Get trained and start building your career.

Career Growth

Gain experience & technician certification. Many pharmacies sponsor training.

Local Opportunities

Find shifts and jobs near you. Filter by distance and commute time.

Free Shift Swap

Can’t make a shift? Swap with someone else for free — no penalties.

Build Reputation

Earn ratings and reviews. Stand out to pharmacies for better opportunities.

Earnings Calculator

See How Much You Could Earn

Use our earnings calculator to estimate your potential monthly and annual income based on your preferred shifts and hourly rate. With Relief Guru, you keep 100% of these earnings.
Shifts/Week Hourly Rate Monthly Annual
1 shift (8 hrs) $18/hr $576 $6,912
2 shifts (16 hrs) $20/hr $1,280 $15,360
3 shifts (24 hrs) $22/hr $2,112 $25,344
5 shifts (40 hrs) $22/hr $3,520 $42,240
* Calculations assume 4 weeks/month, 48 working weeks/year. Actual earnings depend on shift availability.
3
8
$20
With Relief Guru (100% Yours)
$23,040
per year
Weekly
$480
Monthly
$2,078
With Traditional Agency
$19,584/yr
You Save Annually
+$3,456

Testimonials

What Our Users Say

See why pharmacies and pharmacy professionals across Canada trust Relief Guru.
MA
5.0

The best relief company I have ever dealt with within the last years. Ankit has his very good and professional pharmacists network, he can help even with the last minute shifts.

MY
5.0

Very professional relief company, Relief Guru always provide me with good quality shifts which means connect me with very committed and professional pharmacies owners and good rates as well.

SA
5.0

Reliable and Professional Service! Relief Guru has been a fantastic support for my pharmacy. Their relief pharmacists are professional, knowledgeable and seamlessly integrate into our team.

VP
5.0

I had an unexpected emergency and needed to cancel my shift last minute. Thank God for swap shift feature, I could swap it easily. Team made the whole process so easy!

MA
5.0

The best relief company I have ever dealt with within the last years. Ankit has his very good and professional pharmacists network, he can help even with the last minute shifts.

MY
5.0

Very professional relief company, Relief Guru always provide me with good quality shifts which means connect me with very committed and professional pharmacies owners and good rates as well.

SA
5.0

Reliable and Professional Service! Relief Guru has been a fantastic support for my pharmacy. Their relief pharmacists are professional, knowledgeable and seamlessly integrate into our team.

VP
5.0

I had an unexpected emergency and needed to cancel my shift last minute. Thank God for swap shift feature, I could swap it easily. Team made the whole process so easy!

BW
5.0

Relief Guru platform is easy to use as a pharmacist looking for some extra shifts. The payment system is uncomplicated and prompt. Ankit is also very responsive.

AS
5.0

I had picked up some shifts using the app and had great experience. They are very professional. Always responds to messages and got paid very fast too.

HM
5.0

Great experience with Relief Guru! Reliable, peace of mind for the pharmacy owners. Good job!!!

KC
5.0

Gayatri helped matched me with the right employer. They take careful consideration of what the employer and applicant need in order for it to be the right fit.

BW
5.0

Relief Guru platform is easy to use as a pharmacist looking for some extra shifts. The payment system is uncomplicated and prompt. Ankit is also very responsive.

AS
5.0

I had picked up some shifts using the app and had great experience. They are very professional. Always responds to messages and got paid very fast too.

HM
5.0

Great experience with Relief Guru! Reliable, peace of mind for the pharmacy owners. Good job!!!

KC
5.0

Gayatri helped matched me with the right employer. They take careful consideration of what the employer and applicant need in order for it to be the right fit.

About Relief Guru

Relief Guru is Canada’s smartest pharmacy staffing platform, connecting pharmacies with qualified professionals and helping pharmacy workers find flexible, high-paying opportunities.

For pharmacy owners, we make staffing simple. Post shifts in under 60 seconds, get matched with verified professionals in hours, and pay a flat $55.99 fee with no hidden costs. For pharmacy professionals, we offer 100% payout with zero platform fees, fast payments within 2-7 days, and complete schedule flexibility.

Whether you’re a pharmacy looking for reliable coverage or a professional seeking your next shift, Relief Guru delivers a better way to work.

400+

Relief Shifts

No

Contracts/Lock-ins

$16-25

Hourly Range

2-7 Days

Payment Window

Common questions

Everything you need to know about Relief Guru, answered.
No! Most pharmacy assistant positions don’t require certification. You’ll receive on-the-job training. This is a great entry point into the pharmacy industry.
Absolutely! Many assistants use this role to gain experience before pursuing technician certification. Some employers even sponsor your training.
That’s okay! Many positions are entry-level and provide training. Highlight any customer service, retail, or healthcare experience you have.
Relief shifts typically pay $16-25/hour. Full-time positions range from $35,000-$45,000 annually, often with benefits.
No! Relief Guru is 100% free for professionals. We charge pharmacies a small service fee — you keep every dollar you earn.
We have opportunities across Canada — primarily in Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
Download Relief Guru — Reliable Relief Staffing Made Easy
★★★★★ Rated 5 stars by pharmacists & pharmacies across Canada