Staff Pharmacist - Express Scripts Canada

Cigna; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Scripts Canada Pharmacy is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to join our on-site Winnipeg team. This permanent role requires licensure and hands-on management of dispensing and clinical services across our national network.

Responsibilities include overseeing pharmacy operations, counseling patients, and collaborating with prescribers to optimize therapy. Strong customer service, accuracy, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science-Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Retail pharmacy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Strong focus on customer service, quality and accuracy.
• Manitoba pharmacist license required.

Responsibilities

• Verify prescription orders accurately and per standards.
• Provide oversight and quality assurance of pharmacy services.
• Counsel patients on prescriptions and address clinical queries.
• Communicate with prescribers to modify drug therapy for outcomes.
• Train and mentor staff and students.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science-Pharmacy or PharmD

Tools

Kroll Pharmacy software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Staff Pharmacist

Location: MB Pharmacy

Employment Type: Permanent

Reason for Vacancy: New

Work Arrangement: On-site

Department Name: Pharmacy Operations

Pay Typed: Hourly

Please note that this is a general posting range and offer range will be varied based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills required and location for this role.

About Us

Express Scripts Canada (ESC) is a leading health benefits management company. Serving over 12 million members, we help insurance carriers, third party administrators, and the public sector optimize the value of health benefits by linking the talent and professional expertise of our people with leading edge information management systems and technology. ESC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Express Scripts Inc., one of the largest pharmacy benefit management (PBM) companies in North America, part of The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI), a global health company. Together, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that improve access, affordability, and health outcomes for Canadians.

Job Summary

The Express Scripts Canada Pharmacy, with regional services across the country is transforming the Canadian prescription drug landscape and the way patients make decisions about their medications.

Our Pharmacies are seeking Pharmacists that provide meaningful support at the right time to our members for better health and peace of mind.

We are actively looking for a Pharmacist who is:

• Available Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm
• Available to start ASAP
• Passionate about health care

The candidate will be required to vary work priorities and activities to accommodate business needs. In general, these include providing oversight and quality assurance of pharmacy services, clinical pharmacy services to patients, communicating with prescribers regarding drug therapy, verify prescription dispensing at various workflow steps within the Kroll Pharmacy software system and participating in training and mentoring of staff and students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Verify prescription orders are dispensed accurately and according to corporate and regulatory standards.
• Provide oversight and quality assurance of pharmacy services.
• Provide patient counseling on prescriptions and handle patient clinical queries.
• Communicate with prescribers to modify and manage drug therapy for desired outcomes.
• Train and mentor staff and students.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science-Pharmacy or PharmD
• Experience in retail pharmacy and specialty medications is preferred
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations
• Strong focus on customer service, quality and accuracy
• Ability to read and interpret prescriptions
• Ability to evaluate current state and analyze possible solutions in business workflow
• Ability to train and coach less-experienced staff to desired team results
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to learn quickly, solve problems and make decisions
• Able to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Experience with Kroll Pharmacy software system is an asset
• Knowledge of Pharmacy Benefits Management Industry/Managed care industry is an asset
• Valid Manitoba pharmacist license required

Why Join Us

• Competitive compensation, benefits and pension plan
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• A culture that celebrates innovation and collaboration
• Flexible work options and wellness programs

Pre-Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of reference checks and background verification in accordance with company policy . Within ESC, for certain positions, obtaining and maintaining a federal government security clearance is a bona fide occupational requirement. Candidates applying for such roles must meet all eligibility criteria for the applicable clearance level and consent to the security screening process as mandated by federal regulations. Failure to obtain or maintain the required clearance will result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.

Our hiring process includes AI-powered tools to conduct video interviews, take notes and score candidates; however, all scores will be reviewed by hiring managers and our Talent team before selecting the successful candidate.

Internal Applications Deadline: August 21, 2026

Express Scripts Canada is a Cigna company

Express Scripts Canada is a subsidiary of Express Scripts, a Cigna company. Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) is a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, wellbeing and peace of mind of those we serve. Cigna offers an integrated suite of health services through Cigna, Express Scripts, and our affiliates including medical, dental, behavioural health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits, and othe