Unit Manager

Covenant Health; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health in Edmonton is seeking a Unit Manager, Pharmacy Services to lead and optimize pharmacy operations at Misericordia Community Hospital and Villa Caritas. You will inspire a team of technicians and assistants, drive safety, and ensure patient-centered care across both sites.

The role requires a Pharmacy Technician program graduate, Alberta College of Pharmacy registration, 5 years hospital pharmacy experience, and 3+ years in leadership.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Pharmacy Technician Program or equivalent.
• Registered with the Alberta College of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Minimum 5 years of recent hospital pharmacy experience.
• At least 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience in pharmacy operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of pharmacy services for Misericordia and Villa Caritas.
• Lead and support a team of pharmacy technicians and assistants.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered pharmacy care; maintain regulatory compliance.
• Support budget processes and reporting for service utilization.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

MS Office

Pharmacy IT systems

Education

Pharmacy Technician Program

Alberta College of Pharmacy registration

Tools

EPIC

Pharmacy technologies

Job description

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. We are seeking an engaging and collaborative Unit Manager, Pharmacy Services to lead and support pharmacy services here at the Misericordia Community Hospital and Villa Caritas. In this key leadership role, you will provide operational oversight, inspire high-performing teams, and help ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered pharmacy care. This role champions teamwork, professional growth, and continuous improvement to enhance both service delivery and the patient experience. Guided by the Covenant Health mission, vision, and values, the Unit Manager fosters a culture of compassion, respect, and excellence across the team. If you are enthusiastic about interdisciplinary teams providing a wide range of support and care to a diverse group of patients and families, you will find purpose here. Our Pharmacy team provides specialized patient care through collaboration to support each patient’s wellbeing. We are looking for people who thrive in team settings, have strong communication skills, and understand the importance of accuracy, organization, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Your experience makes a real difference in supporting holistic care, promoting medication safety, and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta!

Description:

In this leadership role, the Unit Manager, Pharmacy Services for the Misericordia Community Hospital and Villa Caritas is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of pharmacy services for both the Misericordia and Villa Caritas Hospitals. You will lead and support a dedicated team of pharmacy technicians and assistants by fostering a positive, collaborative, and patient-centered work environment where staff feel valued and empowered to succeed. From recruitment and onboarding to coaching, mentoring, scheduling, and performance management, you will play an important role in supporting team development and operational excellence. The Unit Manager ensures the safe, efficient, and effective delivery of pharmacy services through oversight of medication distribution systems, inventory management, workflow optimization, and pharmacy technologies. This role supports compliance with provincial and federal regulations, organizational policies, and best practices related to medication safety, infection prevention, and hazardous drug handling. You will also contribute to quality improvement initiatives, accreditation activities, and risk mitigation strategies that enhance patient care experiences. Working closely with interdisciplinary teams and organizational leaders, the Unit Manager promotes strong communication and collaboration across departments while representing pharmacy services on committees and strategic initiatives. This role also contributes to operational and financial planning through budget support and preparation of reports and service utilization data. The successful candidate will bring a commitment to continuous improvement, compassionate leadership, and excellence in service delivery, aligned with the Covenant Health mission, vision, and values. This position is non-unionized

• Classification: Unit Manager
• Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
• Unit and Program: Pharmacy Administration CORP
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Hourly Salary: $40.95
• Maximum Hourly Salary: $61.42
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Unit Manager
• Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
• Unit and Program: Pharmacy Administration CORP
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Hourly Salary: $40.95
• Maximum Hourly Salary: $61.42
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Graduate of a recognized Pharmacy Technician Program or equivalent. Registered with the Alberta College of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician. Minimum 5 years of recent hospital pharmacy experience. At least 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience in pharmacy operations.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent knowledge of pharmacy regulations and best practices. Ability to analyze data and implement evidence-based improvements. Effective communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmacy information systems. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

Direct supervisory experience in a unionized environment. Experience in acute healthcare setting. Familiarity with EPIC and other pharmacy technologies. Membership in CSHP and/or PTSA.

Hiring Requirements

Security Screening : As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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