Registered Pharmacy Technician - Burnaby

Are you a registered pharmacy technician who is interested in expanding the scope of your experience and learning about the world of non-retail pharmacy? Interested in working with a company that is on the cutting-edge of pharmacy technology and is looking for a Registered Pharmacy Technician who wants to GROW as they do, too? Interested in gaining experience in a unique setting that offers operational learning opportunities and the chance to hone your skills in a high-volume environment? Looking to work a consistent schedule that allows for great work/life balance? Read on! We are seeking multiple skilled pharmacy professionals in Burnaby to join our non-retail pharmacy partner's growing team in a full-time role, working Monday to Friday for different fixed (steady) shifts:

6:00 AM to 2:00 PM "OR" 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM "OR" 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM "OR" 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Schedules are fixed, no rotation - your working hours are stable to provide a better work/life balance✨

In this non-retail setting (the pharmacy is closed to the public and the pharmacy technician would not be responsible for patient interactions), you will work with a team of other healthcare professionals and support staff to perform product checks and verification to support their high volume dispensing operations. This is an environment where career growth potential is strong. The pharmacy company is growing and well-established and looking for a focused and self-motivated RPhT to join the team. Start dates are "ASAP" but we can discuss your needs with our client.

Pharmacy technician students are welcome to apply (hire many occur as a Pharmacy Assistant prior to RPhT licensing if you are planning on writing your PEBCs this year)!

Here is a summary of various reasons why this role could be very attractive to you or someone you know (referral bonus program in effect - see summary section for details):

- central fill pharmacy services organization - part of national network of pharmacies
- this team supports patient service through centralized prescription processing/verification
- prescriptions are delivered to the community pharmacy for patient distribution / counselling
- pharmacists and techs do verification-focused work in a non-patient-facing setting
- focused work with little to no interruption - no phone work involved
- pharmacy produces vial and compliance packaged prescriptions using top-tier tech
- innovative sortation tech means efficient and accurate delivery to community pharmacies
- variety of work: move between comfortable workstations
- workstations that are designed with your health and wellness in mind
- cutting-edge tech-forward, modern and bright facility, whitecoats provided for HCPs
- pharmacy is within a quick walking distance of coffee and lunch spots
- wonderful team diversity that makes the “pharmily” strong!
- access to support, resources and fantastic national leadership
- collaborative, fun and relaxed teamwork-oriented setting
- non-union, ample parking, comfortable break areas
- stable shifts and a reliable schedule, allowing wonderful balance between work—and life outside of work!

Advantages
Registered Pharmacy Technician - Burnaby - Healthcare

This permanent career opportunity is full time (40 hour) schedule (37.5 paid hours per week) + potential for voluntary overtime paid in accordance with Employment Standards Act.

There are various steady shifts that candidates may choose from as noted above. There is no on-call required and overtime or weekend shifts are not required but may be available to be picked up at the employee's discretion.

This is a direct-hire position, meaning that a successful will be on the client's payroll from day one.

This organization places a strong emphasis on internal growth, and in supporting this client we have seen many success stories of previously placed candidates moving on to other roles within the company and establishing a wonderful new career path.

Total rewards are very competitive - pay rate range on the posting is provided as our estimate only - our client is open to discussion regarding rate of pay, so if you are a highly experienced pharmacy professional and your expectations differ from our estimate, please get in touch - we can help discuss your needs with our client and see what may be able to be considered. If you are local to Burnaby and only seeking part-time hours on a permanent basis (consistent days per week on 6am-2pm or 2pm-10pm, shift but just part-time), get in touch and let's chat! We may be able to make something work that is mutually beneficial!

Total rewards for full-time, permanent hires includes:

- competitive hourly rate of pay (open to discussion - contact us to discuss your needs/expectations!)
- comprehensive and highly customizable benefits program (optional tiers may include flex $, drug, vision, paramedical, medical supplies, dental, STD, LTD, life, AD&D, critical illness - ask us for further details on optional tiers and deductibles/limits if you are curious!)
- generous paid-time-off policy (vacation/care days)
- employee discounts that really add-up!
- bonus potential (role dependent, as per company policy)
- license and insurance support (role dependent, as per company policy)
- relocation support (case-by-case assessment)
- retirement savings program
- national career growth potential
- and more!


Responsibilities
Registered Pharmacy Technician - Burnaby - Healthcare

As a Technician in this non-retail pharmacy setting, you will work with other team members to process vial and/or blister pack prescriptions in a timely and accurate manner. Your primary focus will be checking and verification, collaborating with other members of the pharmacy staff, working with pharmacy software (Kroll) as needed and completing other technical tasks. You will be trained on how to work with the software and automation used in the pharmacy's operations and be responsible for ensuring that the utmost care is taken in the dispensing and delivery of prescriptions to patients. No patient interaction is required of the technicians at this facility, and the workflow is scheduled and very regular so you will know what your day looks like ahead of time when you arrive for your shift each day. You will leverage your passion for patient care to produce and check prescriptions, ensuring their accuracy and compliance with standards and regulatory requirements. In summary, people, process and service elements of this job involve:

-> people.
- work as part of a tech+team- oriented “pharmily”
- promote a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging
- support achievement of team goals/outcomes
- support ongoing training for new and existing colleagues
- protect patient privacy in accordance with regulations

-> process.
- efficiently/accurately prepare, dispense, verify and control medications for patients, keeping workflow optimized to meet delivery schedule
- check strip-packaged and non-packaged products and compliance packs
- ensure medication inventory levels are adequate to meet patients’ needs
- ensure appropriate corrections are completed if needed
- complete Narcotic and Controlled medication counts

-> service.
- provide timely and positive resolutions to requests/issues
- maintain a high standard of quality, translating to optimal patient service and safety
- engage with team members with service mindset, helping to foster a collaborative and fun environment!

Apply today!

Qualifications
Registered Pharmacy Technician - Burnaby - Healthcare

- Registered with the College of Pharmacists in BC as a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) in good standing (or open to transfer license from another province if you are looking to relocate)
- Candidates requiring support for SPT hours and registered pharmacy technician students - we want to meet you ! Our partners may be able to support you through your process and offer amazing career opportunities 🎇


Summary
Registered Pharmacy Technician - Burnaby - Healthcare

Randstad Canada's Healthcare Division specializes in permanent and long-term, direct-hire contract placements within the pharmacy sector across Canada. Our commitment to connecting top talent with the best opportunities ensures that you will find a role that not only matches your skills but also supports your career aspirations. Apply today and take the next step in your pharmacy career with us.

What does this selection process look like when you partner with Randstad Healthcare to represent your profile to our client organization?

- we act as an extension of our client’s talent acquisition team
- no cost for job seekers to be supported by our team and compensation is not affected by our involvement
- all communication is confidential
- your info is never shared without your prior authorization

process steps:

- a resume is not required - proof of licensing is required through the selection process; employment and education background can be verified without a formal resume document - if you're interested, just get in touch!
- contact us by phone 905.302.6450 or email jennifer.andrew@randstad.ca
- Jenn, Rabeeka or Lori will be in touch personally
- 10-15 minute “coffee chat” to discover whether this opportunity is aligned with your needs, interests and expectations
- strong fit? we will dig deeper to complete a full assessment
- we present your profile professionally to the hiring team
- we support the selection process in partnership with the hiring team, coordinating any interview invitations that may come your way and prepare you for this important meeting
- we will get you feedback so you know where you stand
- if an offer is pending, we support background checking as required by our client
- if offered the role, you would be our client’s employee from day one; a verbal offer may come from us but offer documentation would come directly from our client
- if hired, we ensure you have everything you need for day one, and ensure you are set up for long-term success!
interested…..? Still not quite sure? No worries - we’re here to help…get in touch today!

Do you have family or friends who might be interested in this position? If so, we'd love for you to present them to us! Refer them through the Randstad referral program and you could qualify for a $250 bonus when they complete a full four weeks working with us in any of our positions. To do so, please follow this link : https://forms.gle/nDoJwTCPADsdxe5MA

Qualified, available and interested candidates are encouraged to click "apply" on this page and submit an application via Randstad Canada's confidential career portal.

We appreciate your application and thank you for your interest! Only those candidates selected to move to the next step in the selection process will be contacted immediately. Information is provided for informational purposes only and is accurate at the time of job posting - info may be subject to change and does not form any part of a formal job offer - permanent job offers are furnished exclusively and directly by and from our client companies for direct-hire roles.

Meet Randstad Healthcare:

Randstad Canada's Healthcare Division recruits for patient support, clinical, supervisory and managerial talent on behalf of healthcare facilities in major centers across Canada. Roles may be temporary or permanent in nature, however, the majority of clinical, supervisory and management roles our division recruits, for are full-time and permanent (or part-time and permanent for some staff-level roles).

We support progressive employers in a variety of professional healthcare practice settings who are looking for fantastic healthcare-educated and experienced candidates who are looking to build a career path in healthcare - like you!

All communication is strictly confidential - we treat your personal information, and your confidential job search overall, with a great deal of respect.

There is absolutely no cost whatsoever for job seekers to use our services. We are hired by companies to help facilitate the recruitment and selection process and support candidates as they look to find rewarding work that can carry them forward!

Our involvement in the direct-hire recruitment process does not affect candidate compensation in any way.

Why apply for this opportunity via Randstad Canada – what is the process?

When you apply for a career opportunity via Randstad Healthcare and you are selected to move ahead in the selection process, we will discuss the role with you prior to presenting your information to our client, to determine whether or not the role suits your needs on various levels. If there is a good fit between our client’s requirements and your background, and your career path/company culture ‘likes,’ then we will professionally represent your profile directly to the hiring manager. We help manage the recruitment process. We will get you timely feedback concerning your application so you know where you stand. If hired, you are our client’s employee from day one. Our involvement does not affect compensation in any way.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity, and for taking the time to learn about Randstad Healthcare's professional recruitment services! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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