Shoppers Drug Mart is looking for pharmacists who are passionate about patient care and making a difference. As a member of our team, you'll work in a dynamic environment alongside a group of like-minded professionals who share your commitment to patient care.

In return, we offer: a competitive compensation package, a supportive work environment , and a healthy balance of work and play. If we haven’t sparked your interest, there are even more reasons to consider joining our team. In addition to the benefits already mentioned, we also offer:

• Continuous in-house training and education
• An employee discount program
• A ‘LEAD’ program for pharmacists interested in becoming future Associate-Owners
• Flexible scheduling options to accommodate your lifestyle
• License Reimbursement
• Employee benefits and matching contributions towards a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Alberta pharmacists have the most comprehensive authority of any province or territory in Canada. Some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Patient assessments to prescribe new medications/extend existing medications
• Travel Health Consultations
• Chronic Disease Management via medication reviews
• Administration of medications by injection
• Point of Care screening/swabs
• Providing lab requisitions and interpreting lab results
• Collaboration with other HCPs to establish circles of care for patients
• Dispensary activity and pharmacy workflow activity as required
• Counselling patients on prescription medication use.

To be successful in this role, we require:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
• Alberta Pharmacist License
• Additional Prescribing Authorization (APA) certification or currently pursuing certification
• Injection Certification required
• A minimum level C First Aid certification
• Additional accreditations are an asset (e.g., CDE, CRE, CTH, etc.)
• Knowledge of HealthWATCH pharmacy software an asset
• Superior customer relations skills and a strong sense of professionalism
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving skills including the experience formulating and executing action plans
• If you're excited about the opportunity to work in a dynamic, driven, and supportive environment that values your skills, talents, and contributions, we'd love to welcome you aboard!

Why work in a Shoppers Drug Mart store?

Each store has an Associate-Owner, so you will work for a local business owner while having the support of a national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, flexible and varied schedules, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.

Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your patients, co-workers, customers and community.

Associate Owners in the Shoppers Drug Mart network recognize Canada's diversity as an opportunity to better serve their communities and strive to reflect the nation’s evolving diversity in the products they sell, the people they hire, and the culture they create in their stores. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.

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.

Technical requirements

After signing up, you will be sent an email with instructions on how to connect.
Please be prepared to join the virtual interview from a quiet place using a desktop or mobile device with a working speaker, microphone, and camera. Check to see if your network connection can support an online session. A plugged-in ethernet cable or a strong WiFi network signal will help avoid time delays during your conversation.

What to prepare

• Resume

Preferred dress code

Casual (come as you are, but please be presentable)

About Shoppers Drug Mart

Built on a foundation of professional expertise and personal service, Shoppers Drug Mart has been meeting Canadians' health care needs for 50 years. What was once a small pharmacy in Toronto has grown into an organization of over 1,200 stores from coast to coast, becoming an indelible part of the lives of Canadians, young and old. Yet despite our growth, we have never forgotten our origins. We have always remained true to our belief that the personal satisfaction of each and every customer is at the root of our success - and it can only be ensured by the commitment of people who realize that success is built one customer at a time.

What is a virtual interview?

Virtual interviews help employers connect with job seekers when they're not in the same physical location. Since hiring is a human process, employers would like to talk with you online (chat, video, or phone) to see if you meet the requirements for the job.