Pharmacist

PurposeMed; Toronto; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare company in Toronto seeks a dedicated Pharmacist to join their Affirming Care Pharmacy team. This permanent, full-time role involves providing patient counseling, managing pharmacy operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Science or Pharm-D, an active license in Ontario, and 2+ years of experience as a Staff Pharmacist. Competitive compensation and generous benefits are offered, making this a rewarding opportunity for motivated professionals.

Benefits

20 vacation days

Extended health benefits

$500 health and wellness spending account

Mental health coverage

$20,000 lifetime gender-affirming care coverage

$500 learning fund for professional development

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Staff Pharmacist.
• Proficiency in pharmacy software, including data entry and troubleshooting.
• Flexibility to work different shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient medication counseling and exceptional customer service.
• Oversee inventory management and ensure prescription accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and Provincial regulations.

Skills

Patient counseling

Customer service

Inventory management

Regulatory compliance

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Science or Pharm-D

Active Pharmacist license in Ontario

Tools

Pharmacy software

Kroll

Job description

About us:

PurposeMed was founded in 2019 with the mission of improving access to complex care for underserved communities. We have grown quickly and now serve thousands of patients each month across multiple verticals. PurposeMed consists of three complex care business units: Freddie, Frida, and Foria, and partners with Affirming Care Pharmacy. Freddie focuses on improving sexual health through education, prevention, and treatment with a focus on the LGBTQ2S+ community. Frida provides easier access to adult ADHD diagnosis and treatment. Foria Clinic offers gender-affirming healthcare for trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse Canadians. Affirming Care Pharmacy is a specialty pharmacy with locations in Calgary, Alberta, and Mississauga, Ontario. This partnership provides an end-to-end healthcare experience, from treatment to prescription delivery to continuous affirming care. PurposeMed has been ranked #2 on Deloitte\'s 2024 list of Canada\'s 50 fastest-growing tech companies and is recognized as one of Canada\'s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for two consecutive years.

Permanent, full-time opportunity

Location: In person, Toronto, Ontario

Required Availability: Ability to commute to 34 Wellesley St E, Toronto, ON. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity at 40 hours per week. Affirming Care Pharmacy hours are currently Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, with expected expansion to evenings and/or weekends. Flexibility to work varying shifts based on business needs is required.

Affirming Care Pharmacy acknowledges the traditional territories of the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat peoples, and the lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. This area is covered by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant, an agreement between nations to care for the land and share its resources. Toronto is home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.

Who we hope to find:

We are looking for a highly motivated and patient-focused Pharmacist to join our Affirming Care Pharmacy team in Toronto. Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager, the Pharmacist will play a key role in day-to-day pharmacy operations, helping refine processes and ensure every patient receives inclusive, affirming care. This is a unique opportunity to join an energetic and growing team dedicated to making a difference.

In this role, you\'ll make an impact by:

Providing Patient Care & Support

• Performing patient medication counseling duties and providing exceptional customer service both over the phone and in person
• Coordinating with patients to set up shipping and delivery preferences
• Managing patients\' refill cycles to ensure they do not run out of medication
• Assisting patients in navigating insurance challenges
• Providing in-person patient care, including administering injections in accordance with scope of practice and regulatory requirements

Leading Pharmacy Operations & Oversight

• Supervising and assisting Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants to ensure the accuracy of all prescriptions dispensed and shipped per College of Pharmacy regulations
• Overseeing inventory management; performing inventory audits, managing purchasing of packaging and pharmacy supplies, and coordinating medication orders with wholesalers

Maintaining Compliance & Driving Collaboration

• Ensuring compliance with applicable Federal and Provincial laws, rules and regulations
• Ensuring documentation and control of substances under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Regulations
• Collaborating with team members to formulate business insights and drive operational and patient care improvements

We need someone who has:

• A Bachelor\'s degree in Pharmaceutical Science or Pharm-D
• An active Pharmacist license in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, with authorization to administer injections
• 2+ years of experience as a Staff Pharmacist
• A strong understanding of pharmacy business operations and economics
• Proficiency in all aspects of pharmacy software, including data entry, billing, report generation, and troubleshooting
• A positive attitude, strong sense of urgency, and team player mentality
• Experience navigating operational, technological, and strategic change
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to set priorities, manage time effectively, and be detail-oriented
• Active listening and strong written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to work different shifts including evenings and weekends

It would also be great if you have:

• Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese or Mandarin
• Experience with Kroll

Compensation:

• $105,000 - $120,000 CAD per year
• Compensation may vary based on qualifications, knowledge, competencies, experience, and market conditions. Base pay is part of total rewards for full-time employees at PurposeMed.

Do you think you could be our next Pharmacist? We look forward to seeing your application!

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Why you should join us:

• Be part of a team of great people who don\'t take themselves too seriously. We believe in having fun while solving important problems.
• Make an impact, every single day. We provide compassionate, affirming care to people who have not had proper support before.
• Be confident in bringing your whole self to work. Inclusivity is core to how we take care of patients and teammates.

What we\'re offering (based on full-time, permanent roles in Canada):

Work/life flexibility and time off:

• Work flexibly within a team that\'s remote-friendly; we believe work should fit around your life*
• 20 vacation days; a reminder to use them!
• Annual winter break closure

Care for your physical and mental health:

• Extended medical, dental, and vision care starting on your first day
• 8 wellness days
• $500 health and wellness spending account
• $2,000 mental health coverage with online counseling options
• $20,000 lifetime coverage for gender-affirming care and procedures

Investment in your learning and growth:

• $500 learning fund for courses and professional development
• People Potential program to grow with your manager

Family care:

• $3,400 lifetime coverage for fertility drugs
• Parental leave options including four weeks of flexible leave and 13 weeks EI top-up

Eligible team members and dependents have no-cost access to PurposeMed\'s services:

• Freddie: PrEP assessment and follow-up
• Frida: ADHD assessment
• Foria: Gender-affirming care

If you are looking for a place that sparks creativity, helps others, and pushes you to be your best, PurposeMed may be for you.

PurposeMed is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applicants from excluded and marginalized communities. This includes Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities, trans and non-binary, LGBTQ2S+, disabled, and HIV-positive people. You don\'t have to check every box; if the job excites you and you can contribute, we hope you\'ll apply!

• Most roles are performed virtually from home across Canada and the USA. Onsite team members at Affirming Care pharmacies must be physically present.

Permanent team members (employees) and their dependents may be eligible for certain assessments, provided the person lives in a province or state where Freddie, Frida, or Foria operates and is over 18. Additional restrictions apply.