Clinical Pharmacist -13th Ave Pharmacy

South Country Co-op Limited; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused pharmacy in Medicine Hat, AB is seeking a Pharmacist to manage pharmacy operations and provide exceptional patient care. Key responsibilities include filling prescriptions, managing inventory, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Requires a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy registered with the Alberta College of Pharmacy. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Employer-contributed pension plan

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered with the Alberta College of Pharmacy.
• Preference for Additional Prescribing Authority (APA) designation or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to adapt to new technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pharmacy Manager with overall operations.
• Deliver world-class customer service.
• Order and stock pharmaceuticals.
• Fill patient prescriptions and provide information.

Skills

Customer service

Pharmaceutical knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.Sc.Phm.) or Doctorate in Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

Tools

Kroll pharmacy system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

South Country Co-op is currently hiring a Pharmacist to join our team at the 13th Ave Pharmacy location in Medicine Hat, AB. This position is available as either full-time or part-time.

Who We Are

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.southcountryco-op.crs.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager, the Pharmacist is responsible for assisting the Pharmacy Manager with the overall operations of the Pharmacy department. Responsibilities include delivering world-class customer service, ordering and stocking pharmaceuticals, filling patient prescriptions, and providing information to customers. Our Pharmacists provide patient-focused care, including clinical services, counselling, professional advice on prescriptions and OTC products, and administering injections and immunizations.

• Obtain, interpret, and evaluate all prescriptions to ensure therapeutic appropriateness, cost-effectiveness, accuracy, and completeness.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with healthcare professionals in the community to ensure optimal patient care.
• Supervise Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians.
• Oversee all dispensing duties carried out by a Pharmacy Assistant to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of all prescriptions dispensed.
• Ensure all medication dispensing processes are accurate and appropriately managed.

Why It Matters

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help build, fuel, feed, and grow Western Canadian communities.

Who You Are

You are looking for a career in Pharmacy and:

• You have a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.Sc.Phm.) or a Doctorate in Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from a recognized institution and are registered with the Alberta College of Pharmacy.
• Preference is given to those with Additional Prescribing Authority (APA) designation or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• You’re familiar with the Kroll pharmacy system (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Outlook, and Excel).
• Strong leadership skills with a high level of integrity and work ethic.
• Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• Ability to adapt to new technology.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment.
• Ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Action-oriented with a positive, energetic approach.
• Demonstrate the Co-op values of excellence, community, integrity, and people in every aspect of their approach.
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
• You’re honest and trustworthy, results-oriented, and strive to be the best in what you do.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop, and foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

If this opportunity speaks to you and you believe you would be a good fit for this role, please apply online. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.