Pharmacist

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc.; Corunna; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. is seeking a licensed pharmacist for a full-time, on-site role in Sarnia, ON. You will dispense medications, counsel patients, review prescriptions for safety, and maintain compliant records while collaborating with the store team to deliver comprehensive care.

The position emphasizes accurate dispensing, drug interaction monitoring, and participation in inventory and QA initiatives, with ongoing professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists and eligible to practice in Ontario.
• Strong clinical pharmacy skills, including prescription review, medication therapy management, and knowledge of drug interactions and contraindications.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities, with capacity to provide clear counseling and build trust with diverse patients and caregivers.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills to manage high prescription volumes, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Proficiency with pharmacy management systems, dispensing software, and basic computer applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based retail environment and support colleagues in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Commitment to ethical practice, regulatory compliance, continuous learning, and staying current with clinical guidelines and new therapies.
• Completion of a Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD); prior community pharmacy experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications accurately and counsel patients on prescriptions and OTC products.
• Review prescriptions for appropriateness and monitor for drug interactions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with pharmacy assistants and store team to support workflow and wellness programs.
• Participate in inventory management, quality assurance initiatives, and professional development.

Skills

Strong clinical pharmacy skills

Excellent customer service

Counseling and communication

Team collaboration

Ethical practice

Regulatory compliance

Continuous learning

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Tools

Pharmacy management systems

Dispensing software

Basic computer applications

Job description

Company Description

Shoppers Drug Mart is a leading Canadian pharmacy retailer built on professional expertise and personal service, with over 1,200 stores across the country. Originating as a single Toronto pharmacy, the organization has grown into a trusted health care destination for Canadians of all ages. The company focuses on meeting diverse health and wellness needs while maintaining strong community connections. Shoppers Drug Mart emphasizes personalized customer satisfaction and relies on the dedication of team members who understand that success is earned one customer at a time.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Pharmacist role is based in Sarnia, ON. The Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications accurately, providing counseling on prescriptions and over-the-counter products, and offering professional advice on disease prevention, treatment options, and medication management. Day-to-day duties include reviewing prescriptions for appropriateness, monitoring for drug interactions, maintaining accurate patient records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies. The Pharmacist collaborates with pharmacy assistants and other store team members to support efficient workflow, promote health and wellness programs, and deliver a customer-focused experience. The role also involves participation in inventory management, quality assurance initiatives, and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the relevant provincial regulatory body (Ontario College of Pharmacists) and eligibility to practice in Ontario.
• Strong clinical pharmacy skills, including prescription review, medication therapy management, and knowledge of drug interactions and contraindications.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities, with capacity to provide clear counseling and build trust with diverse patients and caregivers.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills to manage high prescription volumes, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Proficiency with pharmacy management systems, dispensing software, and basic computer applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based retail environment and support colleagues in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Commitment to ethical practice, regulatory compliance, continuous learning, and staying current with clinical guidelines and new therapies.
• Completion of a Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree; prior community pharmacy experience is an asset.