Relief Pharmacist (Nanaimo)

About the role

Save-On-Foods, a division of Pattison Food Group Ltd., is hiring a Relief Pharmacist to support its stores in Nanaimo, BC. The role covers day-to-day pharmacy operations, clinical services and inventory, with the ability to travel frequently throughout the region.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day pharmacy operations, including dispensing, maximizing clinical opportunities and administering vaccinations.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory.
• Ensure compliance with provincial and federal regulations, policies and procedures.
• Stay current on pharmacy trends, new medications and clinical opportunities.
• Offer private consultations to patients and provide clinical services such as medication management and health screening.

Required profile

• Canadian pharmacist licence in good standing with the College of Pharmacists.
• Injection certification.
• Experience with Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) and completion of mandatory training when required.
• Ability to assess, plan and apply clinical knowledge when needed; additional training or certifications are an asset.
• Willingness to travel frequently throughout the region for 1-2 weeks at a time.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Required skills

• Proficiency with pharmacy software, preferably Kroll.

What we offer

• Pay of $57.00 - $60.00, depending on location, education, skills and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package and company-funded pension plan.
• Career advancement into management or clinical positions.
• Payment every Friday, educational reimbursements and wellness and team member assistance programs.