Staff Pharmacist

myhrabc; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a Pharmacist to join our team in Canada. You will ensure prescriptions are dispensed in line with regulations, provide counseling on specialty medications, and supervise pharmacy technicians and assistants to maintain high-quality patient care.

You will also help optimize pharmacy processes, report adverse events, and collaborate with healthcare providers across divisions. A strong regulatory knowledge base and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in retail, hospital, healthcare, pharma or biotech
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience overseeing operational personnel in the pharmacy
• Strong communication, customer service and time management
• Knowledge of cold chain distribution and Canada pharmacy regulations asset

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions per regulations and policies
• Counsel patients on specialty medications
• Coach and coordinate pharmacy technicians and assistants
• Assist in operational activities to optimize pharmacy processes
• Help to drive operational improvements
• Develop relationships with health care providers and patients
• Collaborate with Distribution, Patient Programs, Clinics and Nursing divisions
• Report Adverse Events per provincial standards
• May be assigned other duties as required
• Upon call standby may be required

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Customer service

Leadership

Time management

Problem solving

MS Office

Cold chain knowledge

Education

B.Sc. Pharmacy

Pharmacist registration

Tools

Kroll

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Ensure all prescriptions are dispensed in accordance with pharmacy regulations and company policies in order to provide the highest level of pharmaceutical care for patients;
• Provide patient counseling on specialty medications
• Support, coach and co-ordinate the activities of pharmacy technicians and assistants in the day-to-day operation of the Pharmacy;
• Assist in operational activities to optimize pharmacy processes;
• Help to drive operational improvements;
• Develop relationships with health care providers and patients and build on current relationships;
• Collaborate and liaise with the Distribution, Patient Programs, Clinics and Nursing divisions
• Report Adverse Events in accordance with provincial regulatory standards and, where applicable, internal and contractual obligations
• The Pharmacist, Pharmacy Services will also be assigned other duties and tasks as required from time to time.
• May be required to be on standby/ on call as part of this role.

Education

• Successful completion of a B.Sc. Pharmacy degree or higher
• Current registration

Experience

• Excellent knowledge of pharmacy operations and legislation
• Minimum of 3 years experience in retail, hospital, healthcare, pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry;
• A high degree of accuracy and very high attention to detail are essential
• Relevant experience to oversee operational personnel in the pharmacy;
• Candidate must have strong communication, customer service, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Strong business acumen and an interest to working in an innovative practice;
• Proven ability to organize time, set priorities and multi-task in order to meet various competing work deadlines;
• Understanding of cold chain distribution practices
• Working knowledge of Kroll;
• Strong understanding of Third Party billing and contracts
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, PowerPoint);
• Knowledge of pharmacy regulations across Canada is an asset

Skills

• Working knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution industry
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills
• Effective organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Office Programs

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

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The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

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