Pharmacist, Quality Assuranc - Temporary Full Time - Burnaby, BC

CareRx; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible medical and dental coverage

Healthy work-life balance

On-site Burnaby location

Job summary

CareRx Corporation in Burnaby, BC, seeks a licensed pharmacist to join our long-term care pharmacy team on-site. You will oversee regulatory compliance, medication reviews, and incident management, collaborating with health-care colleagues to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes clinical expertise, accuracy, and independent work, with injections and APA certifications preferred and a competitive hourly compensation structure.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed and in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
• Proven ability to foster strong partnership with other members of the health care team.
• Effective organization, planning, and time management skills.
• Knowledge of Kroll Windows application preferred.
• Skilled in critical thought processes and ability to prioritize appropriately.
• Self-directed, requiring minimal supervision and the ability to work independently.
• Motivated to achieve results that reflect a high standard of quality.
• Must demonstrate good listening skill and be adaptable to changes in job environment.
• Previous Long Term pharmacy experience is an asset but not required.
• Injections certification and APA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages and supports employees in areas related to regulatory and compliance requirements, billing initiatives, and controlled substances policy adherence.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on College of Pharmacists of BC regulatory standards, providing operational guidance and best practice learnings.
• Oversees the accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance of medication reviews, ensuring they are completed and maintained as required.
• Provides compliance-focused training to registered staff to ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency of services.

Skills

Licensed Pharmacist BC

Collaborative healthcare

Regulatory compliance

Injections certification preferred

APA certification preferred

Independent work style

Education

Pharmacist degree

Tools

Kroll Windows

Job description

Whyyou should join CareRx

Collaborative Team: Work with colleagues who share a passion forshaping the future ofsenior care.

Make a Real Impact: Feel fulfilled knowing your work directly benefits otherswithin the communities we serve.

FlexibleBenefits:For eligible roles,enjoyflexiblemedical and dental coveragethat fits your needs.

Defined Work Schedule:Offersa healthy work-life balance with predictable hours.

Focus onCare:Work in an environment where your clinicalexpertisetakes priority — without the demands of retail pharmacy.

Supportive Culture:Be part of a respectful, inclusive workplace where collaboration,connectionand shared purpose drive everything we do.

StabilityandGrowth: Join awell-establishedCanadiancompany witha strong foundationfor job securityand opportunities to grow your career.

Appreciation in Action:We recognizegreat workthrough peer-nominated awards, team shout-outsand everyday moments of appreciation.

Celebrationsand Community:From cultural events to team socials and holiday fun —wemake timeto connect,celebrateand enjoy the moments that bring us together.

Specific Responsibilities

Regulatory & Compliance Responsibilities

• Manages and supports employees in areas related to regulatory and compliance requirements, billing initiatives, and controlled substances policy adherence.


• Serves as a subject matter expert on College of Pharmacists of BC regulatory standards, providing operational guidance and best practice learnings.


• Oversees the accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance of medication reviews, ensuring they are completed and maintained as required.


• Provides compliance-focused training to registered staff to ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency of services focused training to registered staff to ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency of services.

Medication Incident Management

• Investigates medication incident reports by conducting detailed evaluations, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions.


• Collaborates with the Assistant Pharmacy Manager, Operations to develop and implement corrective action plans that prevent incident recurrence.


• Communicates incident findings, corrective actions, and recommendations to facility staff and relevant stakeholders.

Operational & Project Support

• Provides project support as required.


• Supports pharmacy operations within the scope of their designation, as needed.

What You Will Bring to The Team:

• Currently licensed and in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia


• Proven ability to foster strong partnership with other members of the health care team.


• Effective organization, planning, and time management skills.


• Knowledge of Kroll Windows application preferred.


• Skilled in critical thought processes and ability to prioritize appropriately.


• Self-directed, requiring minimal supervision and the ability to work independently.


• Motivated to achieve results that reflect a high standard of quality.


• Must demonstrate good listening skill and be adaptable to changes in job environment.


• Previous Long Term pharmacy experience is an asset but not required.


• Injections certification and APA certification preferred.

\"When I joined CareRx, I was a freshman in the long-term care pharmacy. CareRx gave me the opportunity to learn and thrive by trusting me with diverse challenges from working in the compounding pharmacy to handling on-call responsibilities for our long-distance homes. There are continuous opportunities for professional growth, and management has always offered support and encouragement to achieve them. I’ve always wanted to help patients by providing them with the best possible care, and CareRx helped turn that dream into reality. Today, I feel confident in my role as a pharmacist. I’m so proud to be part of the Care Rx company.\"

Compensation Range:

$50– $55 per hour. Actual pay rate will be based on the individual candidate’s credentials and experience.

Location:

This role will be on site at our Burnaby Pharmacy (8525 Commerce Court)location

Work Shifts:

Monday to Friday with ocassional weekend. Shift times are between 8:00am to 5:00pm. All pharmacist are required to participate in the on call weekend rotation.

Opportunity:

This is a current existing position

AI Disclosure:

CareRx does not use AI to screen candidates