Pharmacist

CareRx Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team

Flexible benefits

Defined schedule

Supportive culture

Stability & growth

Appreciation in action

Celebrations & community

Job summary

CareRx Corporation in Calgary is seeking a Pharmacist to join our Calgary team. Under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager, you will dispense prescriptions accurately and safely while delivering pharmaceutical patient care with high therapeutic appropriateness for residents.

You will collaborate with the pharmacy team, manage medication reviews, ensure compliance with provincial and federal regulations, and support the delivery team to ensure timely service in senior care.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP).
• Experience in community or long-term care pharmacy is an asset.
• Injections and APA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Distribute prescriptions accurately and safely under Pharmacy Manager guidance.
• Collaborate with pharmacy team to dispense timely, complete medication orders.
• Consult with management on day-to-day issues and ensure policy compliance.
• Provide exceptional customer care to patients and home partners of CareRx.
• Maintain professional communications with the resident care team and uphold quality pharmacy service.
• Participate in inventory monitoring and staff training as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Organization

Time management

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Independence

Education

Licensed Pharmacist ACP

Tools

Kroll Windows

Job description

CareRx is looking for a Pharmacist to join our Calgary team. Under the general direction of the designated Pharmacy Manager, the Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring that all prescriptions are dispensed accurately and safely while providing pharmaceutical patient care ensuring the highest level of therapeutic appropriateness for patients. The Pharmacist responds to a variety of scenarios including, but not limited to: verifying safe and appropriate medication administration, assessing and dispensing critical medications, rapidly responding to palliative care prescriptions and arranging drug deliveries with our delivery team.

Whyyou should join CareRx

Collaborative Team: Work with colleagues who share a passion forshaping the future ofsenior care.

Make a Real Impact: Feel fulfilled knowing your work directly benefits otherswithin the communities we serve.

FlexibleBenefits:For eligible roles,enjoyflexiblemedical and dental coveragethat fits your needs.

Defined Work Schedule:Offersa healthy work-life balance with predictable hours.

Focus onCare:Work in an environment where your clinicalexpertisetakes priority - without the demands of retail pharmacy.

Supportive Culture:Be part of a respectful, inclusive workplace where collaboration,connectionand shared purpose drive everything we do.

StabilityandGrowth: Join awell-establishedCanadiancompany witha strong foundationfor job securityand opportunities to grow your career.

Appreciation in Action:We recognizegreat workthrough peer-nominated awards, team shout-outsand everyday moments of appreciation.

Celebrationsand Community:From cultural events to team socials and holiday fun wemake timeto connect,celebrateand enjoy the moments that bring us together.

Role Accountabilities

• Collaborate with all members of the pharmacy team to ensure medication orders are dispensed accurately, safely, timely and completely.
• Complete daily tasks in accordance with established workplace policies and procedures.
• Consult with members of the pharmacy management team when there are unresolved issues surrounding day to day work functions.
• Provide exceptional customer care to CareRx pharmacy patients and home partners.
• Communicate with all members of the resident care team while maintaining professionalism by following corporate policies ensuring the highest standard of customer care and quality of pharmacy service.
• Manage medication procedure/profile reviews with associated documentation of recommendations.
• Follow all provincial and federal laws, standards and regulations which govern the practice of pharmacy at all times.
• Follow all corporate regulations, policies, and procedures at all times.
• Assists in maintaining and monitoring of pharmacy inventory.
• Participates in the training and support for newly hired and existing pharmacy team members when required.

What You Will Bring to The Team

• Currently licensed and in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP)
• Proven ability to foster strong partnership with other members of the health care team.
• Effective organization, planning, and time management skills.
• Knowledge of Kroll Windows application preferred.
• Skilled in critical thought processes and ability to prioritize appropriately.
• Self-directed, requiring minimal supervision and the ability to work independently.
• Motivated to achieve results that reflect a high standard of quality.
• Must demonstrate good listening skill and be adaptable to changes in job environment.
• Previous Long Term pharmacy experience is an asset but not required.
• Injections certification and APA certification preferred.

See what one of our current Pharmacists has to say about working at CareRx

"When I joined CareRx, I was a freshman in the long-term care pharmacy. CareRx gave me the opportunity to learn and thrive by trusting me with diverse challenges from working in the compounding pharmacy to handling on-call responsibilities for our long-distance homes. There are continuous opportunities for professional growth, and management has always offered support and encouragement to achieve them. I’ve always wanted to help patients by providing them with the best possible care, and CareRx helped turn that dream into reality. Today, I feel confident in my role as a pharmacist. I’m so proud to be part of the Care Rx company."

Compensation Range

Actual pay rate will be based on the individual candidate’s credentials and experience.

Location

This role will be on site at our Calgary Pharmacy location

Opportunity

This is a current existing position

AI Disclosure

CareRx does not use AI to screen candidates