As a global healthcare company, Fresenius Kabi is Committed to Life. The company’s products, technologies, and services are used for the therapy and care of critically and chronically ill patients. With more than 41,000 employees and presence in over 100 countries, Fresenius Kabi’s expansive product portfolio focuses on providing access to high-quality and lifesaving medicines and technologies.

At Fresenius Kabi Canada, we foster a collaborative and supportive environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and contribute to meaningful work. We provide unique learning opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career. We value each and every team member and are committed to offering a positive and engaging employee experience, including programs, resources, and rewards that support your overall wellbeing and professional development.

We are currently seeking a Casual Pharmacist to join our team!

This position is an existing vacancy within the organization.

Location – 2400 Skymark Avenue, Mississauga ON

DESCRIPTION:

Making optimal use of professional knowledge and experience in managing and directing the pharmacy resources, the Pharmacist is responsible to maintain the standards required by Fresenius Kabi Canada Hospital Compounding and the profession of pharmacy.

The primary responsibility will be to ensure a quality-assured release of IV medication, while also supervising the daily activities involved in preparing the medication The pharmacist is responsible for controlling the processes to ensure that all products produced by Hospital Compounding meet both regulatory and corporate standards of accuracy and quality. The incumbent will release the batches produced, ensuring that all documentation related to the batch meet with provincial and federal regulations governing the practice of pharmacy. The Pharmacist also supervises registered technicians and pharmacy assistants as required in order to coordinate production activities. There is no patient care involved with the production or release of the medication.

The Pharmacist must be able to work under stress with short lead times and changing customer demands to accommodate short turn-around times. There is the need for absolute zero-defect work in a high-pressure environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum university undergraduate degree in Pharmacy
• Part A pharmacist in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists. Experience in a sterile compounding environment is preferred
• Ability to handle multiple demands made simultaneously under short time constraints.
• Good interpersonal skills and leadership qualities
• Must have the ability to work all shifts (i.e. morning and evening shifts, weekends and statutory holidays).
• In-depth understanding of aseptic technique using laminar flow hoods
• Microbiology: GMP and USP 797, NAPRA standards for non-hazardous sterile compounding knowledge is an asset
• Strong verbal and communication skills

SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask and handle fluctuating workloads
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent continuous improvement skills
• Proven ability to adhere to standards and procedures and maintain confidentiality
• Able to perform duties requiring considerable judgement, high level of organization and initiative under limited supervision and tight deadlines
• Strong analytical skills required
• Excellent follow up and project management skills
• Sound business judgement
• Ability to prioritize workload
• Comfortable lifting up to 15kg regularly

MORE ABOUT US!

As ONE team, the companies in the Fresenius Group are committed to providing lifesaving and life-changing healthcare solutions on a global scale.

In Biopharma, Fresenius Kabi offers cutting-edge biosimilars for autoimmune diseases and oncology. With leading market positions in Clinical Nutrition, a broad portfolio of enteral and parenteral products makes a distinct difference in patients’ nutritional status. In MedTech, the company provides vital infusion pumps, cell and gene therapy devices, disposables, and more. Fresenius Kabi is the global leader in supplying blood collection bags and devices, supporting blood banks and healthcare facilities worldwide. The company’s I.V. Generics and Fluids for infusion therapy help save millions of lives every year, in emergency medicine, surgery, oncology, and intensive care.

Fresenius Kabi takes a holistic approach to healthcare and uniquely combines experience, expertise, innovation, and dedication – making a difference in the lives of almost 450 million patients annually.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At Fresenius Kabi Canada, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work. We are taking actions to tackle issues of inequity and systemic bias to support our diverse talent, clients and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we are committed to providing accommodations and will work with candidates to meet their needs and provide an accessible candidate experience. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please let us know (hrcanada@fresenius-kabi.com). We welcome members of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use in Recruitment:
Fresenius Kabi uses AI-supported tools to help compare applicant résumés with job requirements and identify potential matches. These tools do not make hiring decisions. All candidate reviews, selections, and decisions are made by our recruitment team.