Clinical Pharmacist

Loblaw Companies Limited; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to making a difference in communities across Canada. This role is vital in providing exceptional patient care through counseling on medications and managing prescriptions. You will engage with patients and educate them on health initiatives, all while ensuring the highest standards of professionalism and customer service. With a commitment to sustainability and social impact, this organization offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Flexible working hours

Competitive benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and registered with ACP required.
• Must possess Additional Prescribing Authority for this role.

Responsibilities

• Counsel patients on medications and provide OTC advice.
• Create awareness and educate customers through public health initiatives.
• Ensure timely resolution of patient needs and medication reconciliation.

Skills

Customer relations skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy

Additional Prescribing Authority (APA)

Tools

Healthwatch Pharmacy Computer system

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

This position reports to the Pharmacy Manager and is responsible for receiving, preparing and delivery of Rx accurately and timely. Ensuring adequate inventory levels to meet patient’s needs, and counsel with appropriate documentation to all patients. Provide friendly, positive and pro-active interaction with all internal and external customers as well create awareness and educate customers through public relations.

What you'll do:

1. Counsel of patients in regards to new and additional medications in a friendly, positive and pro-active interaction
2. Create awareness and educate customers through public relations (public health days, clinics, etc.)
3. Provide timely and positive resolution to patient’s needs and Doctor’s requests/issues
4. Provide medication extensions as required and OTC counselling.
5. Prescribe for minor ailments and chronic disease management.
6. Perform medication reconciliation, identify and resolve drug related problems, support patient care goals, and perform follow ups when needed.

What you’ll need:

1. Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy and registered in good standing with ACP
2. *** Must have Additional Prescribing Authority (APA) ***
3. Superior customer relations skills and a strong sense of professionalism
4. Excellent leadership and performance management skills required
5. Proven ability to build the business using community based marketing strategies
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
7. Strong problem solving skills including the experience formulating and executing action plans
8. Strong personal computing skills, as well as knowledge of Healthwatch Pharmacy Computer system is essential

If you want to join a fast-paced winning team and believe you can have an immediate impact, then we want to hear from you!

Apply today!

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.