Floater Pharmacist

Description:

Red River Co-op is recruiting for the position of Floater Pharmacist to support our eight pharmacies in Winnipeg, Selkirk and Niverville.

The Pharmacy Manager adds value to our Co-operative by leading the overall operation of the retail pharmacy, including responsibility for staff, financial results, and quality patient care. The Pharmacist provides patient focused services and professional advice/counselling on prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, and health related issues to patients. They develop and maintain strong working relationships with health care professionals in the community to ensure optimal patient care. They also provide oversight to Pharmacy Technicians, and Pharmacy Assistants in the delivery of medication, advise, counselling, and assistance to patients.

Essential responsibilities of the position include the following:

• Provide patient focused services such as injections, medication reviews, and minor ailment prescribing to maximize patient care. Provide professional advice and counselling on prescription and OTC medications including indications, dosage, adverse effects, and drug interactions.
• Ensure all medication dispensing processes are accurate and appropriately managed while focusing on the timely delivery, reporting, invoicing, ordering, and communication. Oversee all dispensing duties carried out by a Pharmacy Assistant to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of all prescriptions dispensed.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will bring the following skills and competencies:

• You must possess a valid pharmacist license for the province of MB, be in good standing with the College of Pharmacists Manitoba, and have no practice restrictions.
• Preference given to individuals with at least 2 years of experience as a pharmacist.
• You possess strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Previous experience with Kroll pharmacy software is an asset.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess strong, independent problem-solving skills.