pharmacist

Please submit your cover letter and resume via Indeed and *do not call the pharmacy or approach pharmacy staff.*

*Position: *

• 32 to 40 hours per week
• $50 to $52/hour - Experience and performance-based + benefits

*Who we are:*

• An independent community pharmacy in the heart of downtown Vancouver is seeking a full-time pharmacist to join our team in providing personalized care to our patients. Our mission is to engage with the West End residents and the broader 2SLGBTQI+ community to increase knowledge and access to healthcare. Some of our current focal points include 2SLGBTQI+ vaccinations, ostomy care, and gender affirming care.

*Pharmacy Hours:*

• Monday to Friday - 9am to 7pm
• Saturday - 10am to 6pm
• Sunday - 10am to 2pm
• Closed all statutory holidays and Pride Sunday

*Assets:*

• An understanding and dedication to cultural safety, cultural humility, and anti-racism
• Effective and accurate communication and record keeping skills
• Ambitious and proactive work ethic in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for creating and maintaining strong community relationships with our clients
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Creativity and a knack for problem-solving

*Qualifications:*

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of BC
• Certified for administration of injections and vaccinations
• Completion of BCPhA?s OAT-CAMPP training workshop
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Working knowledge of PharmaCare?s Policy Manual and of third-party extended health policy manuals

*Roles and Responsibilities:*

• Accurately dispense medications in compliance with CPBC standards, provincial and federal regulations, and pharmacy policies
• Review prescriptions for therapeutic appropriateness, drug interactions, allergies, contraindications, and dosing accuracy
• Provide patient-centered counselling on prescription and OTC medication use, side effects, storage, and adherence
• Develop monitoring and follow-up plans as clinically indicated
• Maintain accurate patient records in pharmacy software system (WinRx) and PharmaNet
• Provide services or referrals where appropriate and in accordance with Pharmacare and CPBC regulations (MACS, adaptations, injections and vaccinations, medication reviews, etc.)
• Participate in quality assurance, continuous improvement, and patient safety initiatives
• Collaborate closely with local physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals
• Manage inventory including ordering, expiry control, and narcotic management
• Supervise and mentor pharmacy technicians, assistants, and students
• Support leadership in maintaining efficient workflow, patient safety, and operational excellence

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $50.00-$52.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Store discount
• Vision care

Licence/Certification:

• license with the College of Pharmacists of BC? (required)

Work Location: In person