Position Summary
At CareRx, we are shaping the future of senior care through pharmacy services that make a real difference. As Canada’s trusted leader in specialty pharmacy services for long-term care, retirement and congregate living communities, we are committed to enhancing the health of Canadians with unique and complex medication needs. Our goal is to improve clinical outcomes and provide personalized care every step of the way.
CareRx is looking for an After Hours Pharmacist to join our Oakville team. Under the general direction of the Designated 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. The Staff Pharmacist responds to a multitude of scenarios including, but not limited to: Verifying safe and appropriate medication administration, assessing and dispensing critical medications, rapidly responding to palliative care prescriptions and arranging drug deliveries with our delivery team. #INDHP
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.
Your Day to Day:
- Collaboration with all members of the pharmacy team to ensure medication orders are dispensed accurately, safely, timely and completely.
- Receives verbal Rx orders and accurately reduces same to writing in adherence with local laws and regulations
- Lead and support the after hours team on the day to day tasks
- Complete daily tasks in accordance with established workplace policies and procedures.
- Provide exceptional customer care to CareRx pharmacy patients, other CareRx pharmacies and home partners.
- Communications with all members of the resident care team while maintaining professionalism by following corporate policies to always ensure the highest standard of customer care and quality of pharmacy service.
- Conduct medication regimen/profile reviews with associated documentation of recommendations.
- Follow all provincial and federal laws, standards and regulations which govern the practice of pharmacy at all times.
- Follow all corporate regulations, policies, and procedures at all times.
- Willingness to lead, take charge and offer opinions and direction
- Setting high standards of performance for self and others
- Participates in training and support of newly hired and existing pharmacy team members when required
- Any additional duties as required
What you bring to the team:
- Currently licensed (Part A) and in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
- Proven ability to foster strong partnership with other members of the health care team.
- Effective organization, planning, and time management skills.
- Skilled in critical thought processes and ability to prioritize appropriately.
- Experience with Kroll software required
- Strong interpersonal skills required to interact with patients, co-workers and other health professionals
- Self-directed, requiring minimal supervision and the ability to work independently
- Previous Long Term pharmacy experience is an asset but not required.
Qualities for Success:
- 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
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
See what one of our current Pharmacists has to say about working at CareRx
"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: $45 - $55/hour. Actual pay rate will be based on the individual candidate’s credentials and experience.
Location: This role will be on site at our Oakville pharmacy.
Opportunity: This is a current existing position and is a full time position.
Work Shifts/Hours: The work schedule is 3 days on followed by 4 days off then 4 days on followed by 3 days off. Shifts are from 2pm to Midnight (10 hour shifts)
AI Disclosure: CareRx does not use AI to screen candidates
Application Process
CareRx is committed to employment equity and a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants of all abilities and will provide accommodations upon request throughout the selection process.
All applicants must successfully pass satisfactory background screening which can include depending on role, Criminal Record 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.
