Staff Pharmacist-FT

Loblaw; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Loblaw Pharmacy in Kamloops, BC, is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to ensure accurate dispensing, patient counseling, and regulatory compliance. You will manage inventory levels and collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver exceptional service to our customers.

The role emphasizes strong communication, leadership, and ongoing training within a supportive team at a leading Canadian retailer. This is a community-focused position with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy required.
• Class A Pharmacists license is a must.
• Excellent customer relations and professionalism.
• Strong leadership and performance management skills required.
• Experience with community-based marketing is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Healthwatch and/or KROLL Pharmacy system is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, dispense and control medications accurately and timely to patients.
• Ensure adequate inventory levels to meet patients’ needs.
• Counsel patients regarding new and existing medications.
• Create awareness and educate customers through public relations activities.
• Provide timely resolution to patient and Doctor requests/issues.
• Review and control costs within Loblaw Pharmacy (dispensary).
• Provide on-going training for all pharmacy colleagues.

Skills

Customer relations

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy

Licensed Pharmacist (Class A)

Tools

Healthwatch

KROLL Pharmacy system

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®. At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Here at Loblaw, we take pride and ownership in helping Canadians live life well. We’re looking for talented colleagues who are passionate about providing an exceptional shopping experience for our Pharmacy customers and delighting them every step of the way! We can offer progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility and a great benefits package! Come share our vision and passion in delivering a superior customer experience. Be a part of our growing Health & Wellness philosophy that includes: Pharmacy, Dietitian, Medical and Optical services.

This position reports to the Pharmacy Manager and is responsible for receiving, preparing and delivery of Rx accurately and timely. Ensuring adequate inventory levels to meet patient’s needs, and counsel with appropriate documentation to all patients. Provide friendly, positive and pro-active interaction with all internal and external customers as well create awareness and educate customers through public relations.

What you'll do

• Prepare, dispense and control medications accurately and timely to patients
• Ensure medication and over the counter supplements inventory levels is adequate to meet patients’ needs
• Counsel of patients in regards to new and additional medications in a friendly, positive and pro-active interaction
• Create awareness and educate customers through public relations (public health days, clinics, etc.)
• Provide timely and positive resolution to patient’s needs and Doctor’s requests/issues
• Review and control costs at all levels within Loblaw Pharmacy (dispensary)
• Provide on-going training for all new and existing Pharmacy colleagues (technicians, interns, students, IPG’s)

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy and a Class A Pharmacists license a must
• Superior customer relations skills and a strong sense of professionalism
• Excellent leadership and performance management skills required
• Proven ability to build the business using community based marketing strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem solving skills including the experience formulating and executing action plans
• Strong personal computing skills, as well as knowledge of Healthwatch and/or KROLL Pharmacy Computer system a definite asset

Please Note:

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :$54.00 - $69.85 / 54,00$ - 69,85$ (per hour / de l’heure)A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste vacant existant. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.