Staff Pharmacist - Part-Time - Express Scripts Canada

Express Scripts Pharmacy Benefit Services; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Staff Pharmacist to join their team in a part-time role. This position involves dispensing medications, providing oversight to pharmacy technicians, and ensuring quality assurance in a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD, along with a valid BC pharmacist license. The role emphasizes strong customer service and communication skills, as well as the ability to adapt to varying work priorities. Join a supportive organization that values inclusivity and offers competitive benefits, all while making a significant impact on patient care.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Benefits

Positive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Valid BC pharmacist license required.
• Experience in retail or mail-order pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify prescriptions and ensure proper labeling.
• Oversee pharmacy technicians and ensure quality assurance.
• Provide patient counseling and handle clinical queries.

Skills

Customer Service

Prescription Interpretation

Quality Assurance

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

PharmD

Tools

Kroll Pharmacy Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Staff Pharmacist - Part-Time - Express Scripts Canada

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Express Scripts Pharmacy BC seeks to hire Part-time Pharmacists responsible for dispensing and compounding medications within corporate and regulatory guidelines, maintaining daily production, quality, and service levels.

The candidate will need to vary work priorities, provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians, interpret prescriptions, verify controlled substances, and ensure accuracy in the Kroll Pharmacy software system. Additionally, training and mentoring less-experienced pharmacists and providing backup support are essential.

This is a 12-month contract for a part-time position (16-24 hours/week).

Essential Functions

• Verify prescriptions for correctness and proper labeling according to guidelines
• Oversee and ensure quality assurance for pharmacy technicians
• Provide patient counseling and handle clinical queries
• Train and mentor new or less experienced staff
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD
• Experience in retail or mail-order pharmacy preferred
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations
• Strong customer service, accuracy, and quality focus
• Ability to interpret prescriptions and evaluate workflows
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to adapt and work under pressure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Kroll Pharmacy software is an asset
• Valid BC pharmacist license
• Flexibility to work peak times and scheduled shifts or on call

Express Scripts Canada, a Cigna company, offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a positive, inclusive work environment. The role requires obtaining an Enhanced Reliability Clearance from the Federal Government.