Staff Pharmacist

Shoppers Drug Mart; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Moving allowance/relocation support

Paid vacation travel

RRSP contribution plan

Licensing reimbursement

Continuing education reimbursement

Comprehensive health and dental

Vision care

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Supportive team environment

Genuine work-life balance

Job summary

Shoppers Drug Mart in Yellowknife, NT is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to join our team. You will dispense prescriptions, counsel patients, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in a fast-paced community setting.

Licensed or eligible pharmacists with strong clinical skills, experience with dispensing systems, and excellent communication will thrive here. We offer relocation support, continuing education reimbursement, comprehensive benefits, and a healthy work-life balance in a welcoming

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in Northwest Territories.
• Strong clinical pharmacy skills including prescription interpretation and medication counseling.
• Experience with pharmacy dispensing systems and patient record management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for customer and team interaction.
• Attention to detail and sound judgment in a fast-paced community pharmacy.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional ethics.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Previous community pharmacy experience and familiarity with Canadian drug benefit plans are assets.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications accurately and counsel patients on use.
• Review prescriptions, monitor for interactions and contraindications.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with pharmacy assistants and healthcare team to ensure smooth workflow.
• Support inventory management and contribute to a safe, efficient operation.

Education

Pharmacy degree (accredited)

Job description

We’re hiring a Pharmacist in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories!

Looking for more than just your next job?

Join our team at Shoppers Drug Mart in Yellowknife and build your career in one of Canada’s most unique communities.

Yellowknife offers a great combination of professional opportunity and northern lifestyle — from the northern lights, fishing, hiking, and snowmobiling to a welcoming community with the amenities of an urban centre.

What we offer includes:

• Competitive compensation package


• Sign-on and retention bonus opportunities


• Moving allowance/relocation support


• Paid vacation travel


• RRSP contribution plan


• Pharmacist licensing reimbursement


• Continuing education reimbursement


• Comprehensive health and dental benefits


• Vision care, disability insurance and life insurance


• Supportive team environment


• Genuine work-life balance

We also welcome International Pharmacy Graduates (IPGs), and support may be available through the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP).

Whether you are already practising in Canada, considering a move north, or looking for a place where you can grow professionally while enjoying a different quality of life, we would be happy to hear from you.

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Company Description

Shoppers Drug Mart is a leading Canadian pharmacy and retail organization with over 1,200 stores nationwide, built on a foundation of professional expertise and personalized service. For more than 50 years, the company has focused on meeting the health care needs of communities, becoming a trusted part of daily life for Canadians of all ages. Despite significant growth from a single Toronto pharmacy to a coast-to-coast network, Shoppers Drug Mart remains committed to individualized customer care. Team members are encouraged to build strong relationships with customers, recognizing that long-term success comes from serving one person at a time. This environment offers health care professionals the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing their careers within a respected national brand.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Staff Pharmacist role located in Yellowknife, NT. The Staff Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing prescription medications accurately, providing medication counseling, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company standards. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing and interpreting prescriptions, performing clinical assessments, monitoring for drug interactions and contraindications, and maintaining accurate patient records. The role also involves collaborating with pharmacy assistants and other team members, supporting inventory management, and contributing to a safe and efficient pharmacy workflow. The Staff Pharmacist will engage directly with customers to offer professional advice on prescription and over-the-counter products, health conditions, and wellness solutions, while promoting Shoppers Drug Mart programs and services.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the Northwest Territories, with a degree in Pharmacy from an accredited institution.


• Strong clinical pharmacy skills, including prescription interpretation, therapeutic knowledge, and medication counseling abilities.


• Experience with pharmacy dispensing systems, patient record management, and adherence to regulatory and quality standards.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with customers, colleagues, and other health care professionals.


• Demonstrated attention to detail, sound judgment, and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced community pharmacy environment.


• Commitment to patient-centered care, confidentiality, and professional ethics.


• Ability to work flexible hours as needed, including evenings and weekends, and to contribute positively to a collaborative team culture.


• Previous community pharmacy experience and familiarity with Canadian drug benefit plans are considered assets.