Pharmacist (term) – Markham, ON

Pharmasave; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Job summary

Pharmasave McCowan Drug Mart in Markham, ON is seeking a reliable community pharmacist for parental leave coverage on a part-time fixed-term from January through August 2027. The role emphasizes safe dispensing, patient counseling, and collaboration with the pharmacy team.

Qualified applicants must be licensed in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, possess strong clinical knowledge, and communicate effectively. On-site parking is provided for this position.

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working independently and making sound clinical decisions.
• Professional, dependable, and patient-focused.
• Experience with Fillware is an asset.
• Chinese language proficiency (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective prescription dispensing and medication management.
• Counsel patients on medications, health conditions, and treatment plans.
• Conduct medication reviews and provide appropriate clinical recommendations.
• Assess prescriptions and identify potential drug therapy issues.
• Communicate with physicians and other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Provide vaccinations and other expanded scope pharmacy services, as authorized.
• Support day-to-day pharmacy operations and ensure excellent patient service.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all regulatory requirements.
• Work collaboratively with pharmacy assistants and other team members.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Independence

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with OCOP

Tools

Fillware

Job description

Pharmasave McCowan Drug Mart in Markham, ON, is looking for a reliable and patient-focused community pharmacist to join our team on a contract basis from January through August 2027, providing parental leave coverage on a part-time basis.

Our established community pharmacy values providing personalized care for our patients, as well as a positive work environment for our team. We are looking for someone who is confident working independently while also being a collaborative and supportive member of our pharmacy team.

Job Type: Part-Time

Posted Date: October 7, 2026

Closing Date: December 31, 2026

Where: 5293 Highway 7 East, Markham, ON L3P 7M7

Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Provide safe and effective prescription dispensing and medication management
• Counsel patients on medications, health conditions, and treatment plans
• Conduct medication reviews and provide appropriate clinical recommendations
• Assess prescriptions and identify potential drug therapy issues
• Communicate with physicians and other healthcare professionals as needed
• Provide vaccinations and other expanded scope pharmacy services, as authorized
• Support day-to-day pharmacy operations and ensure excellent patient service
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all regulatory requirements
• Work collaboratively with pharmacy assistants and other team members

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently and making sound clinical decisions
• Professional, dependable, and patient-focused
• Experience with Fillware is an asset
• Chinese language proficiency (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) is considered an asset to support communication with our diverse patient population.

What We Provide

• $52-60/hr
• Part-time, fixed term contract
• On-site parking

About Pharmasave

With over 900+ stores across the country, Pharmasave is one of Canada’s leading independent pharmacy and drugstore retailers. Since being founded in 1981, Pharmasave has focused on building a national platform of community-based retail outlets designed to provide customers with exceptional service, products and advice.

Each Pharmasave store operates independently to serve its individual community, which ensures both programs and services tailored to the needs of customers and a commitment to helping all customers. Live Well With Pharmasave, Canada’s community pharmacy.

• We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
• AI will not be used to screen applications.

About Pharmasave McCowan Drug Mart

Address

5293 Highway 7 East
Markham
L3P 7M7
ON

Contact

Phone: [phone]
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