Pharmacist, Long Term Care Specialty Pharmacy - Non Retail (Commerce Court, Burnaby)

About CareRx Corporation

CareRx is Canada’s leading provider of specialty pharmacy services to seniors. We serve more than 96,000 residents in over 1,600 seniors and other communities (long-term care homes, retirement homes, assisted living facilities, and group homes). We are a national organization with a large network of pharmacy fulfillment centres that allows us to deliver medications in a timely and cost-effective manner. We take an active role in working with our home operator partners to promote resident health, staff education, and medication system quality and efficiency.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Pharmacy Manager, the Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring that all prescriptions are dispensed accurately and safely while providing pharmaceutical patient care ensuring the highest level of therapeutic appropriateness for patients. With professional knowledge, experience and a compassionate nature, the Pharmacist will bring a specialized approach to our team and clients.

Compensation: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour Actual pay rate will be based on the individual candidate’s credentials and experience for the role with CareRx.

Your Day To Day

• Dispenses prescriptions, including computer entry, triage of new orders, collation of data and clinical reviews
• Providing professional functions related to dispensing including pharmaceutical care, patient counselling, Professional Opinions, liaising with other healthcare professionals and documenting interventions and dialogue
• Providing supervision and leadership in the dispensary while on duty
• Evaluates appropriateness of prescription orders with consideration for patient safety and legal requirements
• Completes third party adjudications necessary to complete prescriptions
• Coordinates and supervises the non-sterile compounding and dispensing of drugs according to medication orders issued by authorized medical care providers and is responsible for the timely processing of medication orders and the distribution of medications
• Blister pack checking and pouch packaging dispensing system checking
• Maintains confidentiality and protects personal and organization information at all times
• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
• Participates in an on-call rotation
• Willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction
• Setting high standards of performance for self and others

Qualifications/Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia
• Expected to adhere to the Standards of Practice with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia
• Participation in an on-call rotation
• Experience with KROLL Pharmacy software an asset
• Injection Certified

Qualities For Success

• The ability to communicate effectively to maximize accuracy in the delivery of patient care
• Strong Interpersonal skills required to interact with patients, co-workers and other health professionals
• Ability to manage changing priorities
• Ability to work independently, and as a member of a team
• Customer service oriented
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail

What You Will Love About Working For CareRx

• Professional Licensing and Insurance reimbursement
• RRSP Matching
• Perkopolis Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Gym Membership
• Continuing Education and Professional Development
• Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Employee Recognition and Service Awards
• National Culture Events (Holidays, Team Lunches, Contests, Wellness)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Internal growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package including; base pay, benefits, and RRSP matching. Details will be discussed with successful candidates.

Application Process

CareRx welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Interested, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must successfully pass satisfactory background screening (depending on the role - Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit Check, Driver’s Abstract, Education Verification, Current Professional Registration) and referencing. Background screening will be completed after an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.

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