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:
The Pharmacy Assistant (Compounding) is responsible for the accurate preparation, compounding, labeling, packaging, and inspection of sterile pharmaceutical products in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), regulatory requirements, and quality standards. Working under the supervision of the Cleanroom Operations Manager, Team Lead, and/or Pharmacist, the incumbent ensures the safe and aseptic preparation of sterile medications while maintaining product quality, operational efficiency, and compliance within the cleanroom environment. The role also supports inventory management, quality assurance activities, equipment maintenance, environmental monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives to meet production demands and organizational objectives.
Job Title: Pharmacy Assistant (Compounding)
Location: Ottawa (2785 Skymark Avenue, Unit 2 Mississauga, ON L4W 4Y3)
No. of Positions: 1
ATR: 5097
Salary: $21-$23.50/hr (commensurate with experience)
Type: Part-time, Permanent
This job posting is for an existing vacancy
Job Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate commitment to the organization's goals, values, and customer-focused culture.
- Adhere to all corporate policies, quality management systems, SOPs, work instructions, regulatory requirements, and electronic documentation systems.
- Comply with the Company Code of Conduct and all workplace health and safety requirements.
- Maintain all required training, certifications, and competency requirements through designated learning platforms and programs.
- Maintain adequate inventory levels of supplies and materials required for cleanroom and production operations.
- Assemble, inspect, and verify production components against production documentation prior to compounding activities.
- Aseptically compound sterile preparations in accordance with approved SOPs and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare intravenous admixtures including Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), IV preparations, and cytotoxic products as required.
- Perform in-process and final product inspections to ensure product quality, accuracy, and compliance.
- Complete all required production and quality assurance documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment used in compounding, packaging, and labeling processes.
- Perform validation, calibration, environmental monitoring, microbiological monitoring, and equipment checks as required.
- Label and package compounded products to ensure proper identification, integrity, and readiness for shipment.
- Prepare cleaning agents, stock solutions, and other support materials in accordance with SOPs.
- Maintain strict adherence to line clearance procedures and contamination control practices throughout all production activities.
- Assist with cleaning and sanitization of cleanrooms, equipment, workstations, totes, and sterile production areas.
- Participate in inventory counts, stock rotation, and expiry management activities.
- Support departmental quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate effectively with pharmacy and warehouse personnel to ensure efficient workflow and production support.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with all quality and regulatory requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
Qualifications:
- Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working as a Pharmacy Assistant
- Completion of in-house technical training required
- Previous pharmacy experience is considered an asset.
- Experience with aseptic compounding of sterile infusions is preferred.
- Knowledge of sterile compounding techniques and cleanroom operations.
- Understanding of pharmacy regulations, quality standards, and SOP compliance.
SKILLS:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and fluctuating workloads in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to follow established procedures, standards, and quality requirements.
- Demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Positive attitude with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of aseptic technique and sterile compounding practices.
- Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records.
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment requiring prolonged standing, repetitive movements, and occasional lifting of up to 20 kg.
- Strong visual concentration and attention to detail for precise measurements, product verification, and quality inspections.
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.
