Pharmacist

myview; Welland; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Loblaw Companies Limited in Ontario is seeking a Pharmacist to accurately prepare, dispense and manage medications for patients, while maintaining optimal inventory and documenting care.

You will counsel patients, administer vaccinations within scope, and provide Pharmaceutical Services such as medication reviews and follow-ups. The role emphasizes superior patient care, collaboration with Pharmacy colleagues, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Ontario (OCP)
• Excellent customer relations and professionalism
• Strong leadership and performance management skills
• Experience with community-based marketing strategies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with HealthWatch Pharmacy system

Responsibilities

• Prepare, dispense, and control medications accurately and timely
• Ensure inventory levels are adequate to meet patients' needs
• Counsel patients regarding new and additional medications in a friendly, proactive interaction
• Create awareness and educate customers through public health days, clinics, etc.
• Administer Vaccinations within the Pharmacist Scope of Practice Program
• Provide Pharmaceutical Services such as Medication Reviews, Follow-Ups and Minor Ailment prescribing
• Provide timely and positive resolution to patient needs and Doctor’s requests/issues
• Review and control costs at all levels within Loblaw Pharmacy (dispensary)
• Provide on-going training for all new and existing Pharmacy colleagues (technicians, interns, assistants, students, IPG's)

Skills

Patient counseling

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

HealthWatch

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Tools

HealthWatch Pharmacy system

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. Here at Loblaw, we take pride and ownership in helping Canadians live life well. We're looking for talented colleagues who are passionate about providing an exceptional shopping experience for our Pharmacy customers and delighting them every step of the way! We can offer progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and a great benefits package! Come share our vision and passion in delivering a superior customer experience. Be a part of our growing Health & Wellness philosophy that includes Pharmacy, Medical and Optical services.

This position reports to the Pharmacy Manager and is responsible for receiving, preparing and delivery of Rx accurately and timely. Ensuring adequate inventory levels to meet patient's needs, and counsel with appropriate documentation to all patients. Provide friendly, positive, and pro-active interaction with all internal and external customers as well create awareness and educate customers through public relations.

Please provide Proof of OCP Licensure with Application (OCP License number)

What you'll do

• Prepare, dispense, and control medications accurately and timely to patients
• Ensure medication and over the counter supplements inventory levels is adequate to meet patients' needs
• Counsel of patients regarding new and additional medications in a friendly, positive, and pro-active interaction
• Create awareness and educate customers through public relations (public health days, clinics, etc.)
• Administer Vaccinations and other activities as legislated by the Pharmacist Scope of Practice Program (Point-of-Care testing, Prescription Modification and Advancement, Minor Ailments, etc.)
• Provide Pharmaceutical Professional Services such as Medication Reviews, Follow-Ups and Minor Ailment prescribing
• Provide timely and positive resolution to patient's needs and Doctor’s requests/issues
• Review and control costs at all levels within Loblaw Pharmacy (dispensary)
• Provide on-going training for all new and existing Pharmacy colleagues (technicians, interns, assistants, students, IPG's)

What you'll need

• Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy, licensed to Provide Patient Care in Ontario (OCP)
• Superior customer relations skills and a strong sense of professionalism
• Excellent leadership and performance management skills required
• Proven ability to build the business using community-based marketing strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving skills including the experience formulating and executing action plans
• Strong personal computing skills, as well as working knowledge of HealthWatch Pharmacy computer system

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars - Environment, Sourcing and Community - and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Greenest Employers & Canada's Top Employers for Young People.

We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.