Pharmacist

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®.

About the role

This position reports to the Pharmacy Manager and is responsible for receiving, preparing and delivering prescriptions accurately and timely. You will ensure adequate inventory levels to meet patients' needs, counsel patients with appropriate documentation, and provide friendly, positive, and proactive interaction with all internal and external customers. You will also create awareness and educate customers through public relations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, dispense, and control medications accurately and timely to patients
• Ensure medication and over-the-counter supplement inventory levels are adequate to meet patients’ needs
• Counsel patients regarding new and additional medications in a friendly, positive, and proactive manner
• Create awareness and educate customers through public relations (e.g., public health days, clinics)
• Provide timely and positive resolution to patients' needs and doctors' requests/issues
• Review and control costs at all levels within Loblaw Pharmacy
• Provide ongoing training for all new and existing Pharmacy colleagues (technicians, interns, students, IPGs)

Requirements

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

Benefits

We offer progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and a great benefits package. Loblaw is recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers, and Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Pay

Hiring range: $54.00 - $69.85 per hour. A candidate’s experience, knowledge, and the geographical region may be factored into the pay for this position.

Please note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. The company uses artificial intelligence for screening, assessing, and/or selecting applicants for this position.