Permanent, full-time opportunity

Location & Hours of Operation: Ability to commute to #[redacted] 11 Street SE, Calgary, AB. Free staff parking is provided. We're looking for someone who's available to work four weekday shifts from 12:00pm to 8:00pm, and Saturdays from 9:00am to 3:00pm. This shift structure is strategically designed to provide overlap with another Pharmacist on duty, ensuring a collaborative and supported work environment during peak hours.

PurposeMed's office is located on the unceded and traditional territories of the peoples of the Treaty 7 region which includes the nations of the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Îethka Stoney Nakoda which consists of the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Good Stoney. Bands, and people of the Tsuut'ina First Nation. The city of Calgary is also homeland to the historic Northwest Métis and to the Otipemisiwak Métis government, Métis Nation Battle River Territory, Nose Hill Métis District 5 and Elbow Métis District 6.
Who we hope to find:

We are looking for a highly motivated and patient-focused Pharmacist to join our incredible Affirming Care Pharmacy team in Calgary. Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager, the Pharmacist will play a key role in our day-to-day pharmacy operations, helping to refine processes and ensure every patient receives the most inclusive, affirming care possible. This is a unique opportunity to join an energetic and growing team that's deeply committed to making a difference.
In this role, you'll make an impact by:

Providing Patient Care & Support

• Leveraging your clinical expertise within a multidisciplinary environment to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care
• Performing patient medication counseling duties and providing exceptional customer service both over the phone and in-person
• Coordinating with patients to set up shipping and delivery preferences
• Managing patients' refill cycles to make sure they do not run out of their medication
• Assisting patients in navigating insurance challenges
• Providing in-person patient care, including administering injections in accordance with scope of practice and regulatory requirements

Leading Pharmacy Operations & Oversight

• Supervising and assisting Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants ensuring the accuracy of all prescriptions dispensed and shipped as per College of Pharmacy regulations
• Overseeing inventory management; performing inventory audits, managing the purchasing of packaging and pharmacy supplies and coordinating medication orders with wholesalers

Maintaining Compliance & Driving Collaboration

• Ensuring compliance with applicable Federal and Provincial laws, rules and regulations
• Ensuring all requirements for the documentation and control of substances under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Regulations are satisfied
• Collaborating with key team members to formulate business insights and drive operational and patient care improvements

We need someone who has:

• A Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
• An active Pharmacist license and is in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacists, with authorization to administer injections
• 1+ years of experience as a Staff Pharmacist
• A strong understanding of pharmacy business operations and economics
• Proficiency in all aspects of pharmacy software, from data entry and billing to report generation and troubleshooting
• A positive attitude, a strong sense of urgency and a team player mentality
• Experience navigating operational, technological and strategic change
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• The ability to set priorities and manage time effectively, and is detail-oriented
• Active listening and strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Flexibility to work different shifts including evenings and weekends

It would also be great if you have:

• Additional Prescribing Authorization (APA)
• Fluency in a second language (such as Spanish, Portuguese, or Mandarin)
• Proficiency with Kroll pharmacy software

Compensation:

• $110,000-$120,000 CAD/year (equivalent to $52.88 - $57.69 per hour)
• Liability insurance and reimbursement of licensing fees included
• Compensation may vary depending on a candidate's relevant qualifications, knowledge, competencies and work experience, and other factors including market conditions. Base pay is just one aspect of our total rewards for part- and full-time employees at PurposeMed-see our other exciting benefits below!

Do you think you could be our next Pharmacist? We look forward to seeing your application!

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