Pharmacist FT

Role overview

This position is for a pharmacist working on-site in Richibucto, New Brunswick. The role focuses on overseeing pharmacy operations during assigned shifts, delivering consultations to customers and healthcare professionals, dispensing medications accurately, and supporting day-to-day dispensary upkeep in a community retail setting.

You will be part of a locally owned store that combines community-based service with the support of a national retail brand. The pharmacy places the customer at the centre of care while also maintaining professional standards, regulatory compliance, and efficient workflow.

Key responsibilities

• Lead pharmacy operations while on duty, with attention to service quality, safety, and compliance.
• Greet customers promptly and ensure they are acknowledged when approaching the pharmacy.
• Work in line with all applicable federal, provincial, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Protect patient privacy, including confidentiality and consent-related obligations.
• Provide guidance on prescriptions as well as over-the-counter and behind-the-counter products.
• Use the full extent of your professional scope where permitted and within your competence.
• Remain clearly identifiable to the public as the pharmacist on duty.
• Verify the accuracy and suitability of all medications dispensed.
• Communicate with other healthcare professionals as part of the circle of care.
• Maintain the records required under legislation, professional standards, and internal policies.
• Manage dispensary access to protect inventory and patient information.
• Review workflow queues each day and keep the process moving efficiently.
• Check will-call bins regularly according to standard operating procedures.
• Inspect inventory for expired products and monitor stock levels.
• Track medication orders from wholesalers and oversee replenishment needs.
• Ensure documentation and reporting requirements for controlled substances are fully met.
• Submit required reports to Health Canada and other regulatory authorities when necessary.
• Keep pickup, counselling, waiting, and work areas organized and professional in appearance.
• Take part in financial reporting tasks as needed.
• Review in-store communications and act on them appropriately.
• Complete incident reports when customer or staff medication/privacy events occur.
• Plan, coordinate, assign, and coach pharmacy colleagues as required.
• Support business growth by leading by example and contributing to enterprise programs.
• Follow all health and safety processes to help maintain a safe workplace.
• Complete mandatory learning and optional continuing education when required.

Experience and qualifications

• Ability to make sound independent decisions when handling issues or problems.
• Strong capability to coordinate work, delegate tasks, and guide team members.
• Proven commitment to excellent customer service.
• Professional approach with strong customer relationship skills.
• Good problem-solving ability, including creating and carrying out action plans.
• Comfort using computers; experience with pharmacy software is an advantage.
• Ability to work within a regulated healthcare environment.
• Willingness to follow health, safety, and compliance requirements consistently.

Why this opportunity stands out

Employees receive the backing of a national brand while working in a local business owned by an Associate-Owner. The store offers a purchase discount program, flexible and varied scheduling, competitive pay, and access to online learning through Academy.

The organization values diversity and inclusion, and accommodations can be provided on request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities. The company also emphasizes legal compliance as part of its Code of Conduct.

Compensation

The starting pay for this newly created role is listed at $45.90 to $59.40 per hour. Final pay may depend on the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and the geographic region of the position.

Additional information

Internal reference codes: J2WRTL and J2WRRX.

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