Pharmacist

Shoppers Drug Mart; Surrey; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. seeks a full-time Pharmacist in Surrey, BC. You will dispense prescriptions, counsel patients, and ensure safe medication use.

Your role includes reviewing orders for interactions, maintaining patient records, and complying with provincial and federal regulations. Immunization experience and strong team collaboration are prized. Ideal candidates hold BC licensure or eligibility, with a PharmD/BScPhm and comfort with dispensing software.

Qualifications

• Active licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Pharmacist in British Columbia.
• Strong clinical pharmacy skills including prescription assessment and drug interaction review.
• Proficiency with dispensing systems, patient records, and basic computer apps.
• Excellent communication for patient counseling and collaboration with teams.
• Attention to detail, sound judgment, and adherence to standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment with multiple priorities.
• Experience with immunization services and clinical programs is an asset.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as store operations require.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions accurately and review for safety and interactions.
• Provide medication counseling and patient education.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and pharmacy team.
• Support inventory management and workflow optimization.
• Contribute to a positive customer experience with professional communication.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy skills

Prescribing/therapeutic decision

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Retail environment experience

Immunization experience

Flexibility schedule

Inventory/workflow optimization

Education

Licensure as Pharmacist in British Columbia

BScPhm / PharmD or equivalent

Tools

Pharmacy dispensing systems

Patient records management

Job description

Company Description

Shoppers Drug Mart is a leading Canadian pharmacy retailer built on professional expertise and personalized service. From a single Toronto pharmacy, it has grown to more than 1,200 locations across the country, serving the health and wellness needs of diverse communities. The organization maintains a strong focus on customer satisfaction, believing that success is achieved one customer at a time. Team members are encouraged to deliver compassionate, knowledgeable care that supports individuals and families at every stage of life.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Pharmacist role is based in Surrey, BC. The Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing prescriptions accurately, providing medication counseling, and ensuring safe, appropriate use of medications. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing and interpreting prescriptions, checking for drug interactions, maintaining accurate patient records, and complying with provincial and federal pharmacy regulations. The role also involves providing health advice, administering applicable vaccinations, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and supporting the pharmacy team in inventory management and workflow optimization. The Pharmacist contributes to a positive customer experience through professional, respectful communication and a strong focus on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Active licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Pharmacist in British Columbia, with a degree in Pharmacy (BScPhm, PharmD, or equivalent).
• Strong clinical pharmacy skills, including prescription assessment, drug interaction review, and evidence-based therapeutic decision-making.
• Proficiency with pharmacy dispensing systems, patient record management, and basic computer applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient counseling, education, and collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, sound judgment, and adherence to professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to a supportive team culture.
• Experience with immunization services, medication reviews, and other clinical programs in a community pharmacy setting is an asset.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as required by store operations.