Operations Pharmacist
City : Mississauga, Ontario
Category : Full time
Industry : Pharmacy
Employer : Shoppers Drug Mart®
Referred applicants must not apply directly to this role. All referred applicants must use their unique referral link generated when they are referred by an existing colleague.
Location:
6300 Viscount Road, Unit 1, Mississauga, Ontario, L4V 1H3At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.
Why this role is important?
We are hiring an Overnight Pharmacist for Central Pharmacy Services Vial in Mississauga.
Reporting to the Production Team Lead, the Pharmacist will support the overall operations of the Pharmacy, including dispensing medication, ensuring the prepared prescriptions are accurate and prepared in a timely manner, and assisting in the maintenance of the dispensary.
What You’ll Do
Practice within federal/provincial, regulatory/legal requirements, provincial Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice, and Policies, demonstrating professional integrity and acting to uphold a high level of professional standard of practice
Ensure all privacy requirements are met, including customer confidentiality and consent management
Conduct product verification on all prescriptions prepared to ensure accuracy and completeness of all prescription orders prior to delivery
Maintain all records required in accordance with legislation, standards of practice, and policy, i.e. customer records, narcotic and controlled drug records
Review and maintain Workflow Queues on a regular basis
Assist with prescription fulfillment, as required
Operate and maintain the prescription automation equipment used to generate and produce prescriptions for client pharmacies
Ensure that the machines have the correct and necessary supply of medication within the dispensing unit to prepare vials
Clean and maintain the equipment when necessary to ensure optimal performance
Support inventory management and ensure proper stock levels
Ensure all requirements for documentation and control of substances under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Regulations are met and reporting to Health Canada and regulatory bodies as necessary is completed
Ensure proper preparation, packaging, distribution and storage of all inventory including those that require special handling and training
Ensure all Pharmacy team members are in compliance with internal policies
Identify and report business-building opportunities, both internally and externally, and action where appropriate
Report and escalate Pharmacy Incident for medication or privacy incidents (actual, and near-misses)
Ensure pharmacy team works cohesively to complete necessary activities
Support ongoing training for all Pharmacy team members
What You’ll Need
Valid license to practice in the province
A minimum of 1 year of continuous work experience as a Registered Pharmacist in a pharmacy environment (Long Term Care, Hospital or Retail)
Experience with high-volume filling environments an asset
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Attention to detail
Team player and leadership skills
Must be able to complete work with minimum supervision
Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?
Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.
How You’ll Succeed:
At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.
If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.
Employment Type:
Full timeType of Role:
RegularShoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.
In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.
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