Pharmacy Manager

South Country Co-op Limited; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pharmacy Manager to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. This role offers the chance to manage operations, oversee financial performance, and provide exceptional pharmaceutical care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmacy, leadership skills, and a commitment to patient-focused service. Join a progressive pharmacy that values collaboration and community impact, where your contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and the community. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a co-operative that prioritizes member-owners and sustainable growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Signing bonus

Professional service bonuses

Relocation assistance

Schedule transparency

Licensure and Insurance fees covered

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of pharmacy experience in a retail environment.
• Licensed to practice in Alberta with Injection Certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage pharmacy operations and financial performance.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to pharmacy staff.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Care

Leadership

Customer Service

Medication Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree

Doctorate in Pharmacy

Tools

Kroll

Job description

South Country Co-op is hiring a Pharmacy Manager on a permanent basis, located at our Northlands Pharmacy location in Medicine Hat, AB.

Are you an interpersonal savvy and patient-focused leader who is driven by providing an excellent pharmaceutical care experience? If so, this may be the opportunity for you!

As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. Our work is guided by our values of integrity, excellence and responsibility and driven by our vision of building sustainable communities together. We are a diversity inclusive, progressive pharmacy that will enable you to practice pharmacy to your full scope. To learn more about who we are, visit www.southcountryco-op.crs.

What you’ll do :

As the Pharmacy Manager you will manage and oversee the operation and financial performance of the pharmacy’s fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will also provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the pharmacy team.

• Oversee and monitor the budget, staffing, and inventory within the pharmacy and identify areas for performance improvement.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that comply with legislation, bylaws, and regulations, as well as accrediting body standards.
• Provide full-scope clinical services such as medication management, review, and injection services.
• Advise customers on the selection and usage of non-prescription medication.
• Provide advice and counselling to patients on possible side effects of their medications and answer any questions they may have.
• Maintain medication profiles of patients and communicate with healthcare providers regarding patient care.
• Provide exceptional customer service with a positive attitude.

Who you’ll work with :

The Team : You will provide support and supervision to a team of pharmaceutical and front-end staff. This team strives to cultivate a culture of collaboration, innovation, and driving results.

The Community : Medicine Hat, AB is the sunniest city in Canada! For families, there are many sports and activities to indulge in including hockey, soccer, baseball, softball, and BMX. Promoting high quality of life and affordable living costs, Medicine Hat is a hub for agriculture and natural resources.

Why it matters :

Unlike traditional businesses, we're owned by our members—the same people who use our products and services. When we are profitable, our member-owners and their communities benefit. This unique business model sets us apart and makes us truly different.

Working at Co-op gives you the opportunity to do work that truly matters. Our commitment to our members and the community means that we strive to make a positive impact every day. We believe that our success should be shared, and we work hard to create value for our communities.

Who you are :

• Have a Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree or a Doctorate in Pharmacy and are in good standing with Alberta College of Pharmacy.
• Have a minimum of 3 years of pharmacy experience in a retail environment, with experience leading technical, professional, and / or management employees.
• Experience with Kroll would be considered an asset.
• Are licensed or able to become licensed to practice in the Province of Alberta with Injection Certification.
• Are APA Certified or working towards certification.
• You are honest, trustworthy, results oriented, and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You believe in collaboration, building relationships, and value the perspectives of others.

What we offer :

• Competitive salary and benefits packages.
• Signing bonus.
• Professional service bonuses.
• Relocation assistance.
• Schedule transparency and notification weeks in advance.
• Licensure and Insurance fees covered.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via [emailprotected] . All information received will be kept confidential.

If you are interested in joining a team of dedicated healthcare professionals and making a difference in the lives of patients, we encourage to apply for this opportunity.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

The Co-operative Retailing System embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.