Lead Pharmacist

AmerisourceBergen; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy organization located in Canada, Division No. 11, Edmonton is seeking an experienced pharmacy manager to supervise operations and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor degree in Pharmacy and be registered with the Alberta College of Pharmacists. Candidates should have at least 5 years of pharmacy experience, with 2 years in a managerial role, and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Competitive benefits and support for personal growth included.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision care

Training programs

Paid parental leave

Volunteer activity opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years in pharmacy with a minimum of 2 years managerial experience preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of pharmacy operations and provincial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all pharmacy operations comply with regulations and policies.
• Provide high-level pharmaceutical care for patients.
• Supervise and coordinate dispensing activities of pharmacists.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Bilingualism (French-English)

Education

Bachelor degree in Pharmacy

Current registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacists

Tools

Kroll

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all pharmacy operations are conducted in accordance with College of Pharmacy, regulations and company policies
• Report Adverse Events in accordance with provincial regulatory standards and, where applicable, internal and contractual obligations
• Provide the highest level of pharmaceutical care for patients
• Supervise and co-ordinate the dispensing and clinical activities of pharmacists
• Support pharmacy technicians and assistants in the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy
• Contribute to operational activities that optimize pharmacy processes
• Assist the Pharmacy Manager with the development and implementation of pharmacy financial plans and overall business strategy
• Participate in regular, operations meetings with pharmacy leadership team
• Ensure proper accounting on billing and reconciliation
• Collaborate and liaise with the Distribution, Patient Programs, Clinics and Nursing divisions
• Assist with the implementation of new projects to drive and support the pharmacy business
• Establish and maintain effective relations with internal and external clients, stakeholders and all on-site personnel
• May be required to be on standby/ on call as part of this role

Experience and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Pharmacy
• Current registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacists, Schedule A
• 5 years in pharmacy, with a minimum 2 years of managerial experience preferred
• Excellent knowledge of pharmacy operations and provincial regulations

Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements

• Excellent communication, customer service, interpersonal and team leadership skills
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Organized with the ability to multi-task
• Working knowledge of Kroll
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS office software including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Medical Information experience is an asset
• Bilingualism (French-English) is an asset

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Accessibility Policy

Cencora is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. When requested, Cencora will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and hiring processes and during employment.

Full time