Staff Pharmacist - Express Scripts Canada

Cigna Healthcare

$99K — $106K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BScPhm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
  • Current registration as a Pharmacist in Ontario with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
  • Strong knowledge of pharmacy legislation and medication safety practices
  • Preferred experience in retail, specialty, or mail-order pharmacy environments
  • Detail-oriented with effective organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmacy management systems, Kroll experience is an asset

Responsibilities

  • Review and verify prescriptions for accuracy and compliance prior to dispensing
  • Ensure accurate billing of prescriptions and pharmacy services conforms to regulations
  • Provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians
  • Deliver patient counseling and respond to clinical inquiries
  • Identify and resolve medication-related issues in collaboration with healthcare partners
  • Train and mentor less-experienced pharmacists and pharmacy staff
  • Maintain documentation in line with quality standards and regulations
  • Adapt workload to meet changing business needs in a fast-paced environment
  • Contribute to process improvements for operational efficiency and patient experience

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and pension plan
  • Career development and advancement opportunities
  • A culture of innovation and collaboration
  • Flexible work options and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Job Title: Staff Pharmacist

Location: Mississauga
Employment Type: Full-time

Reason for Vacancy: Replacement

Work Arrangement: On-site
Department Name: Pharmacy Operations

Pay Type: Hourly

Pay Range: $48 to $51 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.

Job Summary:

Staff Pharmacists who will be responsible for dispensing and compounding medications within corporate and regulatory guidelines, and maintain daily production, quality and service levels. The candidate will be required to vary work priorities and activities to accommodate business needs, provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians, interpret physicians' or prescribers' prescriptions, verify and confirm validity of controlled substances, verify prescription information entered in the Kroll Pharmacy software system by data entry or order entry, train and mentor other less-experienced or new pharmacists, and provide back up for other pharmacists, as needed.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review and verify prescriptions for accuracy, appropriateness, and completeness prior to dispensing, ensuring medications are correctly selected, prepared, and labeled in accordance with corporate policies, professional standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure prescriptions and pharmacy services are adjudicated and billed accurately in compliance with payer, provider, client, and plan sponsor requirements, contractual agreements, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Provide oversight, guidance, and quality assurance support to pharmacy technicians and other pharmacy support staff to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant pharmacy operations.
  • Deliver patient counseling on new and existing therapies, respond to clinical inquiries, and provide medication management support to promote safe and effective medication use.
  • Identify, investigate, and resolve prescription, claims, and medication-related issues while collaborating with patients, prescribers, providers, and internal partners.
  • Train, mentor, and support the development of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and new team members through coaching, knowledge sharing, and operational guidance.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure adherence to pharmacy policies, quality standards, accreditation requirements, and applicable federal and provincial regulations.
  • Effectively prioritize workload and adapt to evolving business needs, changing priorities, and a fast-paced, high-volume work environment while maintaining accuracy, quality, and customer service standards.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support departmental objectives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, quality outcomes, and patient experience.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by leadership.


What We're Looking For:
  • Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BScPhm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
  • Current Part A registration and licensure as a Pharmacist in Ontario, in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
  • Strong knowledge of pharmacy legislation, regulatory requirements, professional standards, and medication safety practices, with the ability to ensure compliance in daily operations.
  • Experience in retail, specialty, mail-order, home delivery, long-term care (LTC), or pharmacy benefits management (PBM) pharmacy environments is preferred.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and pharmacy management systems; Kroll experience is considered an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment


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 condition of employment. 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 making a decision.

Note: Internal candidates should apply before August 11, 2026.

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