Pharmacist Regional Relief (FT)

Neighbourly Pharmacy; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health & medical benefits

Clinical service revenue bonus

License and malpractice reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Daily meal allowance

Travel accommodations

Job summary

Neighbourly Pharmacy is searching for a Full-Time Relief Pharmacist based in Ottawa. Join a top-ranked company committed to innovation and excellence while supporting multiple pharmacy locations within a three-hour radius of Ottawa. Your role will focus on delivering clinical services, counseling patients, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations.

The position offers competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for reimbursements on mileage and meals where applicable. Enjoy the comfort of returning home each night without overnight stays.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Injection certification is required.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical services such as medication reviews and chronic disease management.
• Determine appropriateness of drug therapy and monitor for effectiveness.
• Counsel patients on prescriptions and health-related topics.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards governing pharmacy practice.
• Assist with daily pharmacy operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensed and in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists

Injection certification

Collaborative mindset

Ability to work independently

Job description

Take the next step in your career with Neighbourly Pharmacy as a Full‑Time Ottawa based Relief Pharmacist, where you'll be supported by a company whose commitment to growth, innovation, and excellence has been recognized through numerous national awards, including being named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the last five consecutive years (2021‑2025).

In this role, you will support multiple locations within a three‑hour radius of Ottawa, bringing your expertise where it is needed most. Enjoy the variety of travel while still returning home to sleep in your own bed each night – no overnight stays required. Mileage and meal reimbursements are provided where applicable.

Patient Focused Care Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical services such as medication reviews, chronic disease management and care plan development. Administer vaccines and immunizations.
• Determine appropriateness of drug therapy and monitor for effectiveness, side effects, and interactions.
• Counsel patients on prescriptions, over‑the‑counter products, and health‑related topics, including indications, contraindications, side effects, and proper usage and storage.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, provincial, and regulatory standards governing pharmacy practice.
• Assist with daily pharmacy operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Injection certification is required.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive wages and comprehensive health & medical benefits.
• Clinical service revenue bonus.
• License and malpractice reimbursement.
• Mileage reimbursement as per CRA guidelines.
• Daily meal allowance where applicable.
• Travel and hotel accommodations provided where applicable.
• Opportunity to become licensed in various provinces.

Who We Are: Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada’s largest and fastest‑growing network of community pharmacies. Our 300+ locations from coast to coast are united by one priority: our patients! We strive to uphold each pharmacy’s tradition of providing outstanding patient care by offering accessible healthcare with a personal touch of kindness in each community we serve. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in helping our employees realize their career goals.

Neighbourly Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to delivering accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and our customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

Hourly rate will be determined based on the location and market served.