Sr. Pharmacist, Specialty Health

SPM Mckesson SPS (Manitoba) Corporation; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson Canada is seeking a Sr. Pharmacist to dispense prescribed pharmaceuticals and provide consultative services to clients and health care providers in accordance with provincial regulations and McKesson Canada's policies.

The role includes supervision of staff, patient counseling, ensuring accurate pricing and delivery to required sites, and maintaining compliance with SOPs and regulatory standards. A strong clinical pharmacology background and ability to work independently are expected.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist licence in good standing.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in hospital or retail pharmacy settings is required.

Responsibilities

• Fill, verify, and dispense medications accurately.
• Supervise pharmacy staff including caseworkers and technicians.
• Counsel patients and provide follow-up for dispensed prescriptions.

Skills

Pharmacy license

Pharmacy operations

Customer counseling

Education

Bachelor or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree

License in good standing with College of Pharmacists

Professional Liability Insurance

Tools

Kroll

MS Office

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people.

If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary:

The Sr. Pharmacist is required to dispense prescribed pharmaceuticals and compounds and provide consultative services to both clients and health care providers in accordance with all laws and responsibilities set by the Provincial Regulatory Body and McKesson Canada.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Filling, verifying, and dispensing medications accurately.
• Provide supervision and oversight for pharmacy caseworkers, assistants, technicians, and other staff.
• Provide appropriate pharmacist services, including patient counseling and follow-up for dispensed prescriptions as required.
• Ensure prescription pricing is accurate and payment methods have been established.
• Ensure prescriptions are delivered to the appropriate site as per patient request, regulation and cold chain required.
• Providing general customer service for clients and stakeholders (i.e., Patients, Health Care Professionals, Industry Partners, etc.)
• Adapting, renewing, and initiating prescriptions as per the Provincial College’s rules and regulations working to full scope of practice as outlined by regulatory body.
• Provide medical information as required to patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Adherence to all relevant guidelines including the established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Submitting Adverse Events (AEs) and Product Quality Complaints (PQC).
• Flexibility in working overlapping shifts during operating pharmacy hours.
• Oversees staff to ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing pharmacy.
• Operate and promote behaviors that uphold McKesson i2Care and iLead Principles in alignment with McKesson Code of Conduct.
• Ensure company policies and regulatory standards are at the foremost of all activities and decisions.
• Adhere to privacy requirements.
• Monitor accounts receivable.
• Temperature monitoring.
• Complete all required training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Requirements:

• Knowledge: Bachelor or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree.
• A valid license in good standing with the applicable College of Pharmacists is required.
• Professional Liability Insurance.
• Full-time employment for at least one year in a hospital or retail pharmacy setting.
• Additional experience in clinical trials, medication reimbursement, or a regulatory environment is useful.
• Working knowledge of retail pharmacy practice.
• Understanding of biologics and specialty medications is an asset.
• This position requires a significant degree of self-direction and independence.
• Possesses strong working knowledge of Kroll and its capabilities.
• Clinical expertise in major therapeutic areas required by Specialty Pharmacy Services.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Accountable and results-oriented.
• MS Office and Kroll proficiency.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position $89,600 - $149,400

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category.

For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities.

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