Pharmacist I

Alberta Health Services; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is seeking a Pharmacist I to join the Sturgeon Community Hospital pharmacy team. You will manage medication therapy, review orders, and collaborate with clinical teams to optimize patient outcomes while ensuring safety and accuracy in distribution.

The role involves patient and family communication, rounds participation, and mentorship of staff. Requirements include a BSc in Pharmacy, ACP registration, and hospital experience; working pattern includes

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree required.
• Current, provisional or transferable Alberta College of Pharmacy registration as Pharmacist.
• Hospital residency and/or PharmD program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify medication orders and prepare medications.
• Participate in patient care rounds with interdisciplinary teams.
• Mentor new staff and precept students; guide Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians.
• Assist with compounding and packaging activities as needed.

Skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

PharmD

Tools

Medication order entry systems

Job description

Are you a motivated and dedicated Pharmacist interested in making a meaningful impact in patient care? AHS is seeking a skilled professional to join our pharmacy team at the Sturgeon Community Hospital. In this role, you will work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote the safe, effective, and appropriate use of medications. You will assess patients for medication‑related issues, contribute to comprehensive medication management plans, and help optimize therapeutic outcomes. This hospital‑based position includes participation in patient care rounds, close collaboration with clinical teams, and engagement with patients and families to individualize therapy. Responsibilities include reviewing and verifying medication orders and may also involve checking prepared products such as oral, parenteral, chemotherapeutic, and topical medications. You may assist with special access or investigational drug therapies and support pharmacy operations through mentorship of new staff, precepting students, and providing guidance to Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians. The successful candidate is experienced with computerized medication order entry and drug information systems, works well within diverse teams, and maintains patient confidentiality. Strong critical thinking, time management, and problem‑solving skills are essential, along with a compassionate, patient‑focused approach. Effective English communication and professional accountability are required. The role includes visual and computer work, with occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling. AHS Pharmacy Services offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and career advancement—this is an opportunity to make a difference every day.

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: Pharmacy
• Primary Location: Sturgeon Community Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 22-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 09-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 31-MAR-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $59.76
• Maximum Salary: $68.71
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Pharmacist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Pharmacy
• Primary Location: Sturgeon Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 22-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 09-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 31-MAR-2027
• 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: $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:

Entry‑to‑practice degree (Bachelor of Science or PharmD) in Pharmacy.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited hospital residency and/or Pharm D program. Additional Prescribing Authorization at time of hire or within the 1st year of employment. Experience within a specific clinical area, precepting students, membership in a professional hospital pharmacy organization, and participation in projects, research or committee work is an asset. At least 1 year of recent experience in hospital pharmacy setting within the last 2 years.

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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