Pharmacist I

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 82,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada invites applications for Pharmacist I to support Misericordia Community Hospital. The role focuses on safe, efficient pharmaceutical services, and optimizing patient outcomes through medication therapy management and interventions.

Licensure by the Alberta College of Pharmacists is required, with prescribing authority to be obtained within 18 months. Experience in hospital/acute care is preferred. This is a temporary full-time position under HSAA terms and conditions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Pharmacy program or recognized equivalent required.
• Active license with the Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP) required.
• Additional prescribing authorization within 18 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Provision of safe, effective, and efficient preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical services.
• Manage medication therapy and intervene as required to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Clinical pharmacy

Education

Pharmacy degree or equivalent

Job description

Description: The Pharmacist I is responsible for the provision of safe, effective, and efficient preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical services. The Pharmacist I manages medication therapy and intervenes as required to optimize patient outcomes. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.

• Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program: Pharmacy
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 01-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 11-SEP-2026
• Temporary End Date: 04-FEB-2028
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $59.76
• Maximum Salary: $68.71
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Pharmacist I
• Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program: Pharmacy
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 01-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 11-SEP-2026
• Temporary End Date: 04-FEB-2028
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $59.76
• Maximum Salary: $68.71
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Pharmacy program or recognized equivalent required.Active license with the Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP) required.Additional prescribing authorization as a requirement within 18 months of hire required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

As Required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working clinically in an urban acute care site. Completion of an accredited hospital residency/Pharm D program. Member of Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening : As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Misericordia Community Hosp

Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Misericordia Community Hosp

Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Misericordia Community Hosp