Pharmacist (Contract) - Burnaby

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  • Burnaby, BC
  • $44.00-48.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 month ago
Our Mission:Royal Drugs is a healthcare company providing specialty pharmacy, infusion therapy, and retail pharmacy services. Royal Drugs is partnered for success with Ontario Medical Supply. Ontario Medical Supply is a Leading Distributor of medical equipment, supplies, and services for healthcare organizations and home healthcare clients across Ontario. Together, we work towards supporting optimal health outcomes and better quality of life.Come Join Our Team!Purpose:This position holds primary responsibility for coordinating daily supervision of all activities involved in providing medications to patients in accordance with established corporate procedures and provincial pharmacy laws. The Pharmacist is responsible for controlling processes to ensure that all products meet both professional and corporate standards of accuracy and quality. In addition, supervise technical staff and coordinate pharmacy activities with distribution and order entry. Communicate with clients regarding pharmacy services and clarify issues with physicians, nurses and other pharmacists.Job Title: Pharmacist
Location: Royal Drugs - Burnaby (8061 Lougheed Hwy, Unit 130)
No. of Positions: #1
ATR: # 4976
Salary range: $44-$48/hr
Type: Part-Time, Contract (Maternity Leave Coverage)SCHEDULE:
- 30 hours per week (4 days/week)
- Business hours are Monday to Friday 8 am - 4 pm
- Closed weekends and statutory holidays.
- Requirement to complete afterhours on-call work on a rotational basis
- Must be flexible to adapt to possible changes in work schedule in future based on business needs, potentially including evenings and weekendsThis job posting is for an existing vacancy.Job Responsibilities:- Coordinate all activities related to prescription dispensing, including:
- Supervise all activities related to the dispensing of product to ensure that the pharmacy complies with provincial and federal regulations governing the practice of pharmacy.
- Ensure appropriate clinical functions are completed including patient counseling, appropriate documentation, pharmaceutical care etc.
- Direct and prioritize the production process utilizing professional knowledge to recognize critical patient needs. Utilize the pharmaceutical literature and Royal Drugs Standard Operating Procedures as the basis for judgment of pharmacy issues relating to the compounding of admixtures.
- Ensure S.O.P. or policy and procedure requirements are incorporated into daily procedures and correctly followed by staff in the execution of all duties.
- Establish, validate and maintain quality assurance procedures, and records.
- Observe and assess the equipment, materials and procedures used in the facility and recommend changes where appropriate.
- Assist in production activities (i.e., compounding of product) when the workload requires.
- Participate in departmental clinical and quality improvement initiatives.
- Engages in or supervises drug preparation activities
- Ensures quality of drug preparation through Compliance with Royal Drugs Compounding StandardsQualifications:- Minimum of university undergraduate or bachelor degree in pharmacy or higher (B.Sc.Pharm or PharmD).
- Licensed to practice in the province of British Columbia by the BC College of Pharmacists.
- Minimum two years recent hands-on homecare or clinical experience required. IV experience or prior experience in a hospital or outpatient setting an asset, but not required.SKILLS
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities under pressure. Ability to handle multiple demands made simultaneously under short time constraints
- Strong interpersonal skills with all levels of staff and management both internally and externally
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with an exceptional telephone manner
- Knowledge of computer systems and well-developed keyboarding skills
- Certification to administer injections is an asset, but not required.
- Experience working with Kroll is preferred, although not necessary.Human Resources:While we thank you for your interest, only select applicants will be contacted regarding the position.Royal Drugs is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing diversity and accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. All applicants must make their requirements known when contacted.The company reserves the right to close the competition based on business need and a sufficient pool of candidates who have applied.AI will be used in the recruitment process.CompanyOMS / Royal DrugsLocationBurnabyOpening DateFeb 26, 2026Closing DateMar 27, 2026RequirementsType Description Status
A&AODA Accessibility & AODA Acknowledment Required within 30 days after job starts
EO -2 Quality & Regulatory Training (Phase 2) Required within 30 days after job starts
EO-1 General Orientation (Phase 1) Required within 30 days after job starts
WHMIS WHMIS 2015 Required within 30 days after job starts
WPVH Workplace Violence and Harassment Required within 30 days after job starts

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