Pharmacist I

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

Job summary

Covenant Health in Edmonton seeks a Pharmacist I to provide safe and effective pharmaceutical services in a busy hospital setting. You will manage medication therapy and intervene to optimize patient outcomes, while adhering to the HSAA Collective Agreement terms.

Active Alberta ACP licensure is required, with prescribing authority to be obtained within 18 months. Strong teamwork and communication are essential in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Pharmacy program; active license with the Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP) required.
• Prescribing authority must be obtained within 18 months of hire.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Pharmacy degree

Active ACP license

Postgraduate PharmD/Residency (preferred)

Job description

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. Since opening its doors in 1969, the Misericordia Community Hospital has offered both professional development opportunities and the ease of urban living. This full-service hospital provides specialized care through units like emergency, surgery and neonatal intensive care—supporting the holistic wellbeing of individuals and families across the city and beyond. If you are enthusiastic about interdisciplinary teams providing a wide range of support and care to a diverse group of patients and families, you will find purpose here. Our Pharmacy team provides specialized patient care through collaboration to support each patient’s wellbeing. We are looking for people who thrive in team settings, have strong communication skills, and understand the importance of accuracy, organization, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Your experience makes a real difference in supporting holistic care, promoting medication safety, and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta!

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 MCH
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 27-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 06-NOV-2026
• 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 MCH
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 27-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 06-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per Cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• 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:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams). Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working clinically in an urban acute care site. Completion of post professional PharmD or Residency. Additional prescribing authorization. Member of Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists.

Hiring Requirements

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

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