Department Manager, Pharmacy

London Drugs Limited; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy chain in Chilliwack seeks a Pharmacy Manager to provide leadership and ensure high standards of practice. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, valid pharmacist license, and 1-2 years of community pharmacy experience. Responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring exceptional patient care, and participating in ongoing training. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, and advancement opportunities within the company.

Benefits

Company matched RRSPs

Comprehensive medical coverage

Lifelong learning programs

Employee discounts

Postsecondary Entrance Scholarships

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy with 1 - 2 years of community pharmacy experience.
• Valid Registered Pharmacist license in good standing with the provincial College.
• Strong working knowledge of all aspects of the pharmacy business.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership to the Pharmacy Department.
• Ensure high standards of practice and exceptional pharmacy services.
• Manage hiring, scheduling, and payroll for pharmacy staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Customer relations

Multi-tasking

Strong computer skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Valid Registered Pharmacist License

Job description

Pharmacy Manager

London Drugs means many things to many people. As a London Drugs Pharmacy Manager, it means providing a community-oriented working environment that fosters professional excellence.

Pharmacy Managers are responsible for providing professional leadership to the Pharmacy Department. The Pharmacy Manager will ensure that the pharmacy maintains high standards of practice, providing exceptional pharmacy services and operates efficiently. The Department Manager is responsible for hiring, scheduling, and payroll, as well as the ongoing training and development of staff in the Pharmacy Department.

Pharmacy technicians and state-of-the-art technology are used to relieve pharmacists from routine tasks and allow them to concentrate on practicing pharmacy. Patient care is paramount. All pharmacists are committed to maintaining innovative patient care services.

You have a desire to actively engage in patient counseling, monitor patient profiles and perform drug usage reviews. You are interested in disease management and compliance programs as well as being involved with community seminars and workshops. If you are looking for a challenging position in retail pharmacy and have the professionalism, commitment to excellence and drive to join our team of exceptional pharmacists, London Drugs is the place for you. Preference will be given to applicants with a minimum one year of management experience, however applicants without management experience may also be considered.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Minimum Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy with 1 - 2 years of community pharmacy experience.
• Valid Registered Pharmacist license and in good standing with the provincial College.
• Strong working knowledge of all aspects of the pharmacy business.
• Willing to participate in continued education to upgrade his/her knowledge.
• Good communication skills and excellent customer and staff relations.
• Ability to lead a team and have a coaching management style.
• Ability to work quickly, multi-task and work well under pressure.
• A high level of professionalism, energy and enthusiasm.
• Strong computer skills.

We offer advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, salaries commensurate with experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits program including:

• Helping you plan for your future with Company matched RRSPs
• Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage for you and your family
• Lifelong learning through ongoing in-house training & education courses
• Employee discounts
• Postsecondary Entrance Scholarships for you or your children

If you possess the necessary skills and expertise and would like to join an exciting team of professionals please apply now.

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London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.