Pharmacist I

Alberta Health Services; Grande Prairie; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist I for the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital. In this role, you will enhance patient care by managing medication therapies in a collaborative environment. Bring your clinical skills to a setting that values your expertise and ability to make a real impact in patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP).
• Additional prescribing authorization within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage therapy for acute and chronic conditions.
• Provide assessment and resolution of drug-related problems.
• Oversee compounding and packaging activities.

Skills

Communication

Patient-focused approach

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Job description

Your Opportunity:

As a Pharmacist at the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital, you will provide hands-on clinical care by working closely with patients, physicians, and the healthcare team to improve medication regimens and patient outcomes. You will be responsible for managing therapy for both acute and chronic conditions, helping patients understand their medications through clear education, and supporting smooth transitions as patients move between different care settings. Strong communication skills and a practical, patient-focused approach are essential to this role. We offer competitive pay, including a supplemental allowance of $4.94 per hour up to $10,000 annually, along with a Remote Retention Allowance of up to $3,000 per year. If you are looking for a role where your clinical skills are valued and you can make a real impact in patient care within a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!

Description:

As a Pharmacist I, you will be responsible for the safe, effective and efficient preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical services. You will manage medication therapy for patients, both initially and on an ongoing basis. In addition, you will provide assessment, intervention and resolution of potential or actual drug-related problems and oversee activities related to compounding and packaging.

Acute Care Alberta: N Primary Care Alberta: N Recovery Alberta: N Classification: Pharmacist I Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: GPRH Pharmacy Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 11-JUN-2025 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 21-JUN-2025 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $54.69 Maximum Salary: $62.88 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Additional prescribing authorization (or obtained within 1 year from date of hire).

Preferred Qualifications:

As Required.