At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide virtual consultations and support patients with their medication needs.
- Company: Join Pocketpills, a leading telehealth and online pharmacy revolutionising healthcare in Canada.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible part-time hours, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and collaboration in a dynamic health-tech setting.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in health-tech while helping patients access care easily.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy and registration as a Part A Pharmacist required.
The predicted salary is between 50 - 50 £ per hour.
About Us: Pocketpills is Canada's leading telehealth and online pharmacy platform. We are revolutionizing healthcare in Canada by combining personalized care with innovative proprietary technology. As a team of healthcare professionals, technologists, and care specialists, we work to provide personalized care, support, and timely medications for our members. Through our easy-to-use app and website, members can consult with certified healthcare professionals, request treatments, fill prescriptions, and order refills—wherever and whenever they need. With a presence across multiple provinces, we are committed to making healthcare more accessible and affordable for all Canadians. With over 2 million prescriptions filled and delivered and more than one million registered users, Pocketpills is one of Canada's fastest-growing health-tech companies. At Pocketpills, we prioritize a member-focused approach and seek passionate individuals who resonate with our core values: People First, Celebrate the Why!, Be Accountable, Act with Honesty and Integrity, and Think Big, Start Small, Move Fast. Join us in making a meaningful impact in health-tech!
The Role: We're looking for a self-motivated, superstar Pharmacist - 12 months contract to join the amazing Pocketpills team.
Job Duties:
- Provide virtual consultation including minor ailment assessments and answer medication-related questions through various mediums efficiently and courteously.
- Perform clinical verifications for prescriptions on time to ensure efficient operations.
- Conduct technical checks on medication orders in an efficient manner.
- Provide coaching and guidance to pharmacy team members to improve the pharmacy processes.
- Provide guidance to pharmacy students through shadowing opportunities, direct coaching, and timely, constructive feedback to support their learning and professional growth.
- Partner with pharmacy manager and operations management to review processes regularly to ensure optimal efficiency, effectiveness and embrace continuous improvement.
- Review escalated issues for resolution. Interface with patients and team members as needed to resolve.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Federal and Provincial laws, rules and regulations.
- Proactively collaborate with the team to ensure continuity of care and minimize therapy interruptions for patients.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD.
- Must hold and maintain registration as a Part A Pharmacist in good standing with the BC College of Pharmacists.
- At least 6 months of experience in a pharmacy practice.
- Passion for providing optimal patient-centered care to all patients.
- Ability to achieve results with a strong sense of urgency and a 'can-do' attitude.
- Quick to adapt to evolving technology and able to troubleshoot or navigate systems without letting it impact performance.
- Detail-oriented with a collaborative, team-first approach and positive attitude.
- Proactive mindset with a strong sense of urgency and commitment to results.
- Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Flexible and responsive to changing priorities and business needs.
- Strong time management and organizational skills to meet tight deadlines.
- Clear and professional verbal and written communication abilities.
We welcome all qualified applicants who are legally authorized to work in Canada.
Compensation & Status:
- Hourly Rate: $48.00 – $50.00/hour (based on experience, knowledge, skills, and market alignment).
- Status: Maternity leave Coverage Part-time, up to 24 hours/week.
- Availability: Monday to Friday, based on operational needs.
- Hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm PST.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, such as screening applications and reviewing resumes. These tools assist our hiring team and improve efficiency; however, they do not replace human evaluation. All final hiring decisions are made by our team. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Pharmacist in Surrey employer: Pocketpills
At Pocketpills, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values innovation and customer-centricity. Our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and empowers employees to take ownership of their roles, particularly in the Senior Escalations & Retention Specialist position, where you will play a crucial role in transforming customer experiences. With a strong focus on professional growth and a commitment to inclusivity, we offer unique opportunities for career advancement while ensuring a supportive environment that champions your success.
