Pharmacy Assistant, Infusion and Compounding

CareRx Corporation; Oakville; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Job summary

CareRx Corporation is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant, Infusion and Compounding, to support preparation, processing, packaging and distribution of sterile and non-sterile compounded meds and infusion therapies for LTC and other facilities in Oakville.

Work closely with pharmacists, technicians and facility staff to ensure accurate orders, on-time deliveries and compliance with regulatory quality and patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Pharmacy Assistant Certificate from an accredited program preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in LTC, infusion, or compounding environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process infusion and compounded medication orders.
• Review prescriptions and coordinate with LTC facilities for timely fulfillment.
• Prepare non-sterile compounds and assist with sterile preparations.
• Perform aseptic preparation in ISO Class 5 environment after competency assessments.
• Package medications and coordinate deliveries to LTC homes.
• Maintain accurate compounding, batch, and quality assurance records.
• Manage inventory, replenish stock, monitor expiry dates, and report discrepancies.
• Follow PHIPA and infection prevention requirements while collaborating with staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Team collaboration

Independence

Education

Pharmacy Assistant Certificate

High School Diploma

Tools

Kroll

PointClickCare

Med-e-Care

Job description

The Pharmacy Assistant, Infusion and Compounding supports the preparation, processing, packaging, and distribution of sterile and non-sterile compounded medications and infusion therapies for residents living in Long-Term Care (LTC), Retirement and other institutional settings. Working closely with pharmacists, regulated pharmacy technicians, nursing teams, and facility staff, this role ensures medications are prepared accurately, delivered on time, and compliant with all regulatory, quality, and patient safety standards.
The successful candidate plays a key role in supporting continuity of care for LTC residents by managing medication orders, coordinating facility deliveries, maintaining inventory and cleanroom operations, and assisting with compounding activities in accordance with NAPRA, Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP), and organizational standards.

Why you should join CareRx

• Collaborative Team: Work with colleagues who share a passion for shaping the future of senior care.
• Make a Real Impact: Feel fulfilled knowing your work directly benefits others within the communities we serve.
• Flexible Benefits: For eligible roles, enjoy flexible medical and dental coverage that fits your needs.
• Defined Work Schedule: Offers a healthy work-life balance with predictable hours.
• Focus on Care: Work in an environment where your clinical expertise takes priority — without the demands of retail pharmacy.
• Supportive Culture: Be part of a respectful, inclusive workplace where collaboration, connection and shared purpose drive everything we do.
• Stability and Growth: Join a well-established Canadian company with a strong foundation for job security and opportunities to grow your career.
• Appreciation in Action: We recognize great work through peer-nominated awards, team shout-outs and everyday moments of appreciation.
• Celebrations and Community: From cultural events to team socials and holiday fun, we make time to connect, celebrate and enjoy the moments that bring us together.

Key Responsibilities

• Process infusion and compounded medication orders using Kroll, including prescription review, admissions, restarts, medication changes, and refill requests.
• Use eMAR platforms, including PointClickCare and Med-e-Care, and coordinate with LTC facilities, clinicians, and healthcare partners to ensure accurate, timely order fulfillment.
• Prepare non-sterile compounded medications and assist with sterile compounds and infusion therapies in accordance with approved formulations, SOPs, training, and certification requirements.
• Perform aseptic preparation in an ISO Class 5 environment following successful completion of required competency assessments and certification.
• Package medications, coordinate deliveries to LTC homes, and maintain accurate compounding, batch, preparation, maintenance, and quality assurance records.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain compounding environments and equipment; support environmental monitoring and scheduled maintenance in compliance with NAPRA, OCP, infection prevention, and internal quality standards.
• Manage inventory activities, including receiving deliveries, replenishing and rotating stock, monitoring expiry dates, reporting discrepancies, and ensuring proper storage.
• Follow all pharmacy, workplace safety, infection prevention, confidentiality, and PHIPA requirements while maintaining collaborative relationships with healthcare partners, facility staff, residents, and families.
• Participate in the on-call rotation and perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Strong knowledge of LTC pharmacy operations, medication distribution, resident safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and time management, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and customer service skills when working with LTC facility staff and healthcare providers.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Pharmacy Assistant Certificate from an accredited program preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a long-term care, specialty, infusion, or compounding pharmacy environment preferred.
• Experience supporting LTC medication systems and facility workflows considered a strong asset.
• Experience in sterile and/or non-sterile compounding preferred.
• Experience working with eMAR platforms and Kroll pharmacy software systems preferred.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods within pharmacy and cleanroom environments.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to bend, crouch, stretch, and reach as required for inventory management cleanroom and non-sterile room maintenance activities.
• Ability to wear required cleanroom attire and personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for detailed compounding, packaging, and labeling activities.

Compensation Range: $21-24 per hour. Actual pay rate will be based on the individual candidate’s credentials and experience.
Location: This position is located in our Oakville location.
Hours: Monday-Friday with on-call rotation
Opportunity: This is a current existing position.
AI Disclosure: CareRx does not use AI to screen candidates