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Built by and for pharmacy professionals

Simplify your shift coverage.

On a mission to revolutionize the pharmacy industry

A platform linking pharmacies and professionals. Say goodbye to agency fees and non-solicitation clauses: set your terms directly and stay in control.

  • Fixed subscription
  • Direct negotiation
  • Freedom to hire
  • Free sign-up

Free for pharmacists and pharmacy students.

Contract details in the PharmaBase app
  • Fixed subscriptionNo hidden fees
  • Direct negotiationSet your terms directly, with no middleman
  • Freedom to hireNo penalty for hiring a pharmacist off the platform
  • Free sign-upAccess opportunities at no cost

About us

A platform linking pharmacies and professionals

PharmaBase is revolutionizing pharmacy shift coverage by directly connecting pharmacies in need of staff with pharmacists and pharmacy students seeking opportunities.

For pharmacies

Simplicity and savings

Say goodbye to agency fees and non-solicitation clauses! With a fixed annual subscription, tap into a network of qualified professionals, set your terms directly, and keep full control of your replacement budget.

  • Guaranteed savings — One fixed subscription, no hidden fees
  • Direct negotiation — Set your terms directly, with no middleman
  • Freedom to hire — No penalty for hiring a pharmacist or working with them off the platform

For pharmacists

Freedom and opportunities

Join our platform for free and experience a world without limits. Discover available shifts, apply freely, and expand your professional network without any non-solicitation clauses restricting your freedom.

  • Free sign-up — Access opportunities at no cost
  • Complete freedom — Apply without any non-solicitation restrictions
  • Broaden your network — Boost your chances of finding replacement shifts

In the news

La Presse

September 30, 2024

PharmaBase in La Presse

« Les pharmaciens propriétaires vont payer moins cher qu’avec les agences et les pharmaciens remplaçants vont faire plus [d’argent]. »

MHMichael Hazari, PharmaBase founder · La Presse

The article

Seule aux commandes et épuisée

Marie-Eve Cousineau · La Presse

Side by side

The same shift, two very different models

What changes when the pharmacy and the professional talk to each other directly.

Cost to the pharmacyPharmaBaseOne fixed subscription, no hidden feesStaffing agencyAgency fees on every shift
Non-solicitation clausePharmaBaseNoneStaffing agencyCommon
NegotiationPharmaBaseDirect, with no middlemanStaffing agencyThrough the agency
Choice of professionalPharmaBaseYou choose from the applicantsStaffing agencyAssigned by the agency
Cost to the professionalPharmaBaseFree sign-upStaffing agencyVaries by agency

The agency column describes the common market model, not any single provider.

How it works

From need to confirmed shift, in minutes

  1. 01

    Pick your role

    Download the app and sign up as a pharmacist, pharmacy student or pharmacy owner.

  2. 02

    Post or apply

    Pharmacies post their contracts. Professionals browse available contracts and apply.

  3. 03

    Talk directly

    Message or call with no middleman and confirm your terms.

  4. 04

    Invoice in one tap

    Generate invoices with GST/QST and your void cheque, then email them straight to the accountant to get paid.

Inside the app

Your whole replacement workflow, in your pocket

From finding a contract to sending the invoice, every step happens in the app.

  • PharmaBase app screen : Home
    HomeFind contracts near you, filtered by rate and software.
  • PharmaBase app screen : Contract details
    Contract detailsHourly rate, per diem, travel and housing at a glance.
  • PharmaBase app screen : Invoices
    InvoicesTrack paid and pending invoices.
  • PharmaBase app screen : Create Invoice
    Create InvoiceGST and QST calculated automatically.
  • PharmaBase app screen : Revenue breakdown
    Revenue breakdownYour year-to-date income, broken down by category.

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A strong professional network

Flexibility, fairness, and simplicity.

PharmaBase builds an ecosystem where pharmacies and professionals connect transparently, ensuring everyone finds what they value most: flexibility, fairness, and simplicity.

pharmacists on the platform
1,100+
shifts filled in 2 years
10,000+
in agency fees
$0
non-solicitation clauses
0
MH

App Founder

About Michael Hazari

Pharmacist and entrepreneur, Michael found his true calling in driving innovation to address the challenges facing his industry.

“Built by and for pharmacy professionals”

A vision forged by experience

  1. 2017

    Awakening a professional conscience

    In 2017, Michael entered the world of pharmacy and confronted a troubling reality: chronic overwork, persistent financial imbalances, and working conditions that stifled professionals’ passion.

  2. In the field

    From experience comes the solution

    Facing these challenges firsthand as a relief pharmacist, Michael gained a deep understanding of the problem. This real-world experience inspired PharmaBase: a platform built by and for pharmacy professionals.

  3. Mission

    A clear mission

    Michael’s vision is to empower pharmacy professionals through a more transparent and equitable ecosystem. PharmaBase is more than just an app! It’s a practical solution to the daily frustrations of the industry, providing the management, financial, and flexibility tools these essential professionals truly deserve.

Subscription portal

Pharmacy owner? Manage your subscription online.

Create your account in the app, then log in here to subscribe, adjust the number of pharmacies on your plan, and review your billing.

  • Secure payments powered by Stripe
  • Add pharmacies to your plan at any time
  • Invoices and receipts available online

FAQ

Everything you need to know about PharmaBase

What is PharmaBase?

PharmaBase is a Quebec platform that directly connects pharmacies looking for staff with pharmacists looking for replacement shifts and pharmacy students looking for a job or internship, with no middleman.

Is PharmaBase a staffing agency?

No. PharmaBase is not a placement agency: pharmacies and professionals contact each other and set their terms directly.

How much does PharmaBase cost for pharmacists and pharmacy students?

Nothing. Sign-up is free for professionals, with no cost to access opportunities.

How much does PharmaBase cost for a pharmacy?

One fixed subscription, with no agency fees and no hidden fees. The number of pharmacies on your plan can be adjusted online.

Is there a non-solicitation clause?

No. You are free to work with whoever you want, with no non-solicitation clause.

Can pharmacies post permanent positions?

Yes. Pharmacies can post temporary or permanent positions.

Who can sign up as a pharmacist?

Pharmacists must hold a valid licence from the Ordre des pharmaciens du Québec, submitted at sign-up.

How do I manage my pharmacy’s subscription?

Create your account in the app, then log in at pharma-base.com to subscribe, change your plan and view your invoices.

Work More Efficiently

Simplify your shift coverage

On a mission to revolutionize the pharmacy industry. Download PharmaBase now.