Pharmacien

Pharmaprix; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pharmaprix in the Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area seeks a licensed Pharmacist to provide safe, accurate dispensing and compassionate patient counseling in a full-time, on-site role.

The role covers prescription verification, drug interaction review, documentation, inventory support, and collaboration with staff to ensure high-quality service and health promotion initiatives. Fluency in French is required; English is an asset.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed pharmacist in Québec or eligible for licensure.
• Strong clinical pharmacology knowledge and patient safety practices.
• Experience with prescription verification and dispensing in community pharmacy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient counseling.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment with time management.
• Comfort with pharmacy management systems and digital tools.
• Commitment to ethical, confidential, inclusive care.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends; on-site role in Greater Montreal.
• French fluency required; English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications safely, accurately, and timely.
• Provide medication counseling and review drug interactions.
• Verify prescriptions and maintain proper documentation.
• Support inventory management and collaboration with pharmacy staff.
• Assist with health promotion initiatives and OTC guidance.
• Maintain a welcoming environment for customers and patients.

Skills

Clinical pharmacology

Patient counseling

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

French fluency

Education

Québec Pharmacist license/eligibility

Tools

Pharmacy management systems

Digital tools

Job description

Company Description Pharmaprix is a well-established pharmacy network that has been serving communities across Québec for over 50 years through locally managed locations. The company is proud of its professional expertise and personalized service, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction as a driver of success. Deeply rooted in local neighborhoods, Pharmaprix prioritizes attentive, community-oriented care and support. Team members are dedicated to placing the needs of each customer at the center of their work. Pharmaprix offers a complete range of health, beauty, and everyday products and services, complemented by a caring and tailored customer experience.

Role Description The Pharmacien will be responsible for providing safe, accurate, and timely dispensing of prescription medications, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and professional standards. Day-to-day activities include reviewing and validating prescriptions, offering medication counseling, advising on drug interactions and treatment options, and responding to patient questions with clear, compassionate communication. The role also involves overseeing medication preparation, maintaining proper documentation, supporting inventory management, and collaborating with pharmacy staff to ensure efficient operations and high-quality service. The Pharmacien will contribute to health promotion initiatives, provide guidance on over-the-counter products, and help maintain a welcoming environment for all customers. This is a full-time, on-site role located in the Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area.

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist (or eligibility for licensure) in Québec and graduation from an accredited pharmacy program.
• Strong clinical pharmacy knowledge, including pharmacotherapy, drug interactions, and patient safety practices.
• Proficiency in prescription verification, dispensing processes, and regulatory compliance in a community pharmacy setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient counseling, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and customer service.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Comfort with pharmacy management systems, digital tools, and basic computer applications.
• Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and inclusive, non-discriminatory care for diverse populations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and to stand for extended periods as required in an on-site pharmacy setting.
• Fluency in French is required; proficiency in English is an asset.