Pharmacist I

Alberta Health Services; Hanna; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rural relocation incentives

AHS/HSAA Rural Capacity InvestmentFund

Job summary

The Hanna Hospital pharmacy team provides distribution and clinical services to acute care, LTC, and emergency patients at Hanna Health Centre, with remote support for sites in Central Zone.

As a Pharmacist I you will manage med therapy, ensure safe distribution, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a rural hospital setting in Hanna, Alberta.

Qualifications

• Completion of Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy.
• Current, provisional or transferable registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacist.

Responsibilities

• Safe, effective and efficient preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical services.
• Manage medication therapy for patients, both initially and on an ongoing basis.
• Provide assessment, intervention and resolution of potential or actual drug-related problems.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Job description

Pharmacists working in hospital settings have a close relationship with patients and staff alike. For Saima, a pharmacist in Drumheller, her role is hands on. When she’s not dispensing and preparing medications, she’s speaking with patients and the broader care team, including doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, and more, to ensure that patients are receiving the best possible pharmaceutical care.Additional Resources - Click to Find Out More:1-OUR CAREERS: View hundreds of opportunities at https://careers.albertahealthservices.ca/2-MORE INFORMATION: Find out what makes AHS such a great place to build your career https://ahs.ca/careers3-DIVERSITY & INCLUSION: Learn about our diverse and inclusive work environment here: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/careers/Page12926.aspx4-INDIGENOUS APPLICANTS: AHS takes seriously call-to-action #23 of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission and is committed to retaining and increasing the number of Indigenous professionals at AHS. Contact us at [e-mail] to get started or view opportunities on our job board linked above.

The Prairies are calling! We are looking for a pharmacist who would like to provide an exceptional medication experience to patients as part of Hanna Hospital Pharmacy team.The Hanna Hospital supports 17 acute care beds primarily focused on rural general medicine as well as supporting a 61-bed long term care. The Hanna Hospital pharmacy team provides distribution and clinical services to acute care, LTC, and emergency patients at the site, and when needed provides remote coverage support for sites in Central Zone.The Hanna Hospital provides a supportive, multidisciplinary environment for pharmacists, where they provide care to patients as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team.The pharmacy department is supported by a team of pharmacy technicians working at their full scope of practice to support the pharmacists to focus on clinical activities by engaging with patients and the multidisciplinary team members.This position is eligible for AHS/HSAA Rural Capacity Investment Fund and relocation incentives.

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.

• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Hanna Hospital
• Primary Location: Hanna Health Centre
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 15-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 01-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $59.76
• Maximum Salary: $68.71
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Pharmacist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Hanna Hospital
• Primary Location: Hanna Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 15-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $59.76
• Maximum Salary: $68.71
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy.Current, provisional or transferable registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacist.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Additional Prescribing Authorization (APA) from the Alberta College of Pharmacist would be an asset for this position. Successful candidates not having APA will be expected to obtain it within 6 months of commencing in this position, dependent on eligibility.Pharmacy related experience in a hospital setting or in direct patient care providing comprehensive medication management services.Recent experience as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team.Experience with computerized medication order entry, and different drug distribution systems such as unit dose.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated self-directed learning and continuing education.Demonstrated good time management including ability to switch priorities and multitask.Demonstrated excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, good organizational and problem-solving skills.Self-motivated; able to work both independently and cooperatively in a team environment.Rural hospital experience an asset.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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