Posted 16 days ago
Registered Pharmacy Technician
@ CareRx
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
CareRx is hiring a Registered Pharmacy Technician to support long-term care and retirement homes with safe drug distribution, prescription preparation, packaging and final checks. The role is on-site, follows a five-day work week, and includes an on-call rotation for weekends. Registration with a provincial pharmacy college is required.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, package and distribute patient prescriptions with the Staff Pharmacist
- Verify prescriptions are complete and authentic
- Confirm data entry accuracy in eMAR and Kroll
- Complete final checks on compounding and compliance packaging
- Keep documentation accurate and confidential
Requirements summary:
- Registered and in good standing with a provincial pharmacy college
- Knowledge of Kroll in a long-term care setting is an asset
- Retail, community or long-term care pharmacy experience strongly preferred
- Strong computer and written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-22
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-22
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Schedule | day, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home, Laboratory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | RPhT, College of Pharmacists of British Columbia registration, Alberta College of Pharmacy registration, Ontario College of Pharmacists registration |
| Background checks | criminal record, credit, driving record, education |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours |
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CareRx
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Full company description
CareRx Corporation (TSX: CRRX) is Canada’s leading provider of specialty pharmacy services to seniors. We serve long-term care homes, retirement homes, assisted living facilities, and group homes. We are a national organization with a large network of pharmacy fulfillment centres strategically located across the country. This allows us to deliver medications in a timely and cost-effective manner and quickly respond to routine changes in medication management. We take an active role in working with our home operator partners to promote resident health, staff education, and medication system quality and efficiency.
- LinkedIn followers
- 16,539
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,050
- Reported office locations
- 320 Bay St., Suite 1200, Toronto, ON M5H 4A6, CA
- Business categories
- Health Care
- Pharmaceutical
- Other recorded names
- CareRx Corporation
- Specialties
- Specialty Pharmacy
- Long-term care pharmacy
- Clinical pharmacy
- Retirement Homes
- Long Term Care
- Health
- Group Homes
- Medication Management
- Medication Reconciliation
- seniors
- and elderly
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 177,401,494
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
CareRx Corporation (TSX: CRRX) is Canada’s leading provider of specialty pharmacy services to seniors. We serve long-term care homes, retirement homes, assisted living facilities, and group homes. We are a national organization with a large network of pharmacy fulfillment centres strategically located across the country. This allows us to deliver medications in a timely and cost-effective manner and quickly respond…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, ON |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Specialty PharmacyLong-term care pharmacyClinical pharmacyRetirement HomesLong Term CareHealthGroup HomesMedication ManagementMedication Reconciliationseniors |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 52 |
| View page |
About CareRx Corporation
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 a Registered Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team in supporting a group of LTC Homes and Retirement Communities in delivering safe and effective drug distribution services across multiple facilities. This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in areas such as geriatrics, palliative care, and mental health medications. The successful candidate will also enhance their accuracy and efficiency in performing final checks related to compounding, compliance packaging, and other prescription fulfillment processes.
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.
Role Accountabilities:
- Assist the Staff Pharmacist with the preparation, packaging and distribution of patient prescriptions
- Ensure that all prescriptions are complete and authentic
- Gather and ensure completeness of all necessary information,
- Confirm data entry accuracy in eMAR and Kroll
- Confirm accuracy of pharmaceutical products and ensure final checks are completed for accuracy prior to their release
- Ensuring accurate documentation, maintaining confidentiality, adhering to ethical standards, and contributing to a clean pharmacy environment
- Other duties as assigned
What You Will Bring to The Team:
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia (RPhT), or Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP), or Ontario College of Pharmacists.
- Knowledge of KROLL Pharmacy systems in a long-term care setting is a strong asset
- Retail/Community/ Long Term Care Pharmacy experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated computer or work processing skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
See what one of our current Pharmacy Technicians has to say about working at CareRx
“I love being a Pharmacy Technician at CareRx. The experience is incredibly rewarding. I'm passionate about attracting more Pharmacy Technicians to join our amazing and innovative team. At CareRx, we work as a team and collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, which makes the work both fulfilling and impactful. It's inspiring to be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and meaningful patient care.”
Compensation Range: $XX - $XX/hour. Actual pay rate will be based on the individual candidate’s credentials and experience.
Location: This is on-site role at our XXXXXX location and follows a five-day work week with participation in on-call rotation for weekends.
Work Shifts: only if required
Opportunity: This is a current existing position
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.
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