Clinical Team Lead - MSW or Psychologist

EHN Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan mat. 5%

Employee discount

Ongoing training

Licensing reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

Calgary Co-op is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join our patient-centered clinical team in Calgary. This full-scope role focuses on prescribing authority and direct patient care without dispensing responsibilities, including injections and immunizations, education, and care planning.

You will collaborate with physicians and the Specialty Pharmacy Hub to support diverse patient populations, lead disease management education, and contribute to community health initiatives across multiple

Qualifications

• Licensed and registered with Alberta College of Pharmacists.
• Authorization to Administer Medications by Injection.
• Ability to provide patient assessments and prescribing services.
• Knowledge of provincial, federal, and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient assessments and prescribing services through pharmacist-led walk-in clinics.
• Work alongside physician specialists to support patients with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, COPD, asthma, and other chronic conditions.
• Collaborate with the Specialty Pharmacy Hub to support pediatric and adult patients starting specialty and biologic therapies.
• Provide comprehensive pharmacy services including care plans, prescribing, adapting, renewing, lab ordering and optimizing medication therapies.
• Provide ongoing follow up with patients to continuously support patient care.
• Deliver injection and immunization services, including routine, travel, seasonal, and specialty vaccines.
• Lead medication teaching classes and disease management education programs for patients and caregivers.
• Organize and develop health clinics, screening events, and community wellness improvement initiatives.
• Mentor pharmacists and support certification and professional development programs.

Skills

Prescribing authority

Clinical expertise

Patient care

Communication skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring & coaching

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Licensed and registered with Alberta College of Pharmacists

Authorization to Administer Medications by Injection

Job description

At Calgary Co-op Pharmacies, pharmacists practice full scope in a collaborative, patient-centered environment that supports clinical excellence, innovation, growth, and exceptional healthcare delivery.

About the Role

As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will thrive in a dedicated clinical practice focused exclusively on patient care, allowing you to fully utilize your knowledge, prescribing authority, and clinical expertise without dispensing responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

• Provide patient assessments and common ailments prescribing services through our pharmacist-led walk-in clinics.
• Work alongside physician specialists, to support patients with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, COPD, asthma, and other chronic conditions.
• Collaborate closely with our Specialty Pharmacy Hub to support pediatric and adult patients starting specialty and biologic therapies including onboarding, education, monitoring, injection training and on-going injections.
• Provide comprehensive pharmacy services in accordance with the Alberta Health Pharmacy Services Framework, including medication assessments, care plans, prescribing, adapting, renewing, lab ordering and optimizing medication therapies to improve patient outcomes.
• Provide ongoing follow up with patients to continuously support patient care
• Deliver injection and immunization services, including routine, travel, seasonal, and specialty vaccines.
• Lead medication teaching classes and disease management education programs for patients and caregivers to support patient knowledge and empower patient decision making.
• Organize and develop health clinics, screening events, and community wellness improvement initiatives.
• Mentor pharmacists and support certification and professional development programs.
• Provide clinical care to a large and diverse patient population across multiple Calgary Co-op pharmacy locations, adapting care to meet the unique needs of patients and communities.

Why Pharmacists Love This Role

• Practice to full scope in a dedicated clinical role, focused entirely on patient care
• Practice pharmacy in an evidence-based, supportive, and ethical environment.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients and become a trusted resource for ongoing care and disease management in the community.
• Collaborate with specialists, physicians, and healthcare teams to help bridge gaps in community care.
• Be part of an innovative and progressive team that is shaping new partnerships and care models to advance community healthcare.
• Grow expertise in specialty areas of interest though certifications, unique education sessions, and exclusive additional training opportunities with experts.
• Work-life balance that truly works for you: Enjoy a primarily weekday schedule with no evenings, weekends, or statutory holidays required. If you prefer additional flexibility or would like to work evenings or weekends, those opportunities may be available.

What you will need (Requirements):

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (. or Pharm. .
• Licensed and registered with Alberta College of Pharmacists.
• Authorization to Administer Medications by Injection.
• Knowledge of provincial, federal, and company policies and procedures.
• Administration skills, such as planning and organizing, resource management and the ability to set priorities and coordinate work activities. Also includes managing time and resources so that work objectives are achieved on time.
• Customer relations skills include meeting customer needs and establishing a service environment. This involves the ability to identify requirements of internal and external customers, focus on achieving optimal results, and develop solutions that positively affect customer satisfaction. This also involves demonstrating good customer service to all.
• Reading skills, including the ability to accurately read and interpret prescriptions.
• Oral communication skills, including the ability to speak in a clear and concise manner to peers, managers, and both internal and external customers.
• Listening skills, including the ability to effectively understand customers and their inquiries.
• Written communication skills, including the ability to write in a clear and concise manner to peers, managers, and customers.
• Ability to multitask and be adaptability in a dynamic work environment, including the ability to work productively and maintain a positive, enthusiastic attitude when faced with challenges
• Interpersonal skills include building relationships and conflict resolution. This involves the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with peers and management.
• Drive for impact, including demonstrating energy and enthusiasm for new ideas and practices and an orientation toward accomplishment and achievement. This involves the ability to direct self and/or team members toward accomplishment of objectives and to persist in the face of challenges and obstacles to achieve goals and objectives.
• Certification for Additional Prescribing Authority or commitment to obtain certification upon hire
• Developing, mentoring and coaching skills, including the ability to provide others with constructive suggestions and encouragement (desirable)
• Certification and experience as a certified pharmacist educator (desirable)

Why Join Calgary Co-op?

• Supportive ethical work culture where you’re respected, valued and supported
• Progressive career opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Pension Plan - We match employee contributions up to 5% of base salary.
• Exclusive continuing education and opportunities to train with specialists
• Opportunity to expand clinical expertise
• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Discount Program
• Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses
• Employee Recognition and reward ProgramEmployee & family assistance program
• Licensing and Insurance cost reimbursement
• Full Certification reimbursement, such as first aid, CDE, CTE
• Funding supplementation for conference attendance
• Location & Travel: This role may support multiple Calgary Co-op locations, with local travel as needed. Eligible mileage is reimbursed in accordance with company policy.

ABOUT CALGARY COOP

Owned by members, Calgary Co-op is one of the largest retail co-operatives in North America. We have locations in Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, High River, Okotoks and Strathmore include: food centres, pharmacies, gas stations, car washes, home health care centres, wine, spirits and beer locations, and cannabis stores. We also own and operate Community Natural Foods. With over 425,000 members, 3,850 employees, assets of $689 million and annual sales of $1.3 billion, Calgary Co-op is committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience through inspired team members.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.