Career Opportunities

Job Description

North Central Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Floater Pharmacist to join our pharmacy services team. The Floater Pharmacist will provide support to North Central Co-op pharmacies within the Edmonton and surrounding area, including Stony Plain and Fort Saskatchewan. However, this position will be based out of our Chappelle Food Store pharmacy located at 1025 Chappelle Blvd. SW, Edmonton. The successful candidate must be able to work during the operating hours of Monday – Friday 9:00am-9:00pm and Saturday/Sunday from 9:00am-6:00pm.

Co-op does business differently.  As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth.  To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.northcentralcoop.ca.

Role Overview:

Abide by the laws and ethical principles governing pharmacy practice to provide a high level of patient care and safety. Exercise professional judgement and practice within federal, provincial, legal, and regulatory requirements, the provincial code of ethics, standards of practice, and polies, being able to demonstrate professional integrity, upholding a high level of professional standards.

• Provide patient focused services and professional advice/counselling on prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, and health related issues to patients.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with health care professionals in the community to ensure optimal patient care.
• Provide oversight to Pharmacy Technicians, and Pharmacy Assistance in the delivery of medication, advise, counselling, and assistance to patients.
• Assist in the management of inventory, including the ordering of prescription (dispensary) pharmaceutical products, and over-the-counter (OTC) merchandise.
• Responsible for all activities related to the procurement, safekeeping, and disbursement of all narcotics and controlled substances.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.Sc.Phm.) or a Doctorate in Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from a recognized institution.
• Experience within a retail pharmacy
• Pharmacy license to practice and in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy with Additional Prescribing Authority (APA)
• Canadian Diabetes Educator Certificate and Asthma Action plan experience would be an asset
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills are required

North Central Co-op values all employees and offers a compensation package incorporating a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, pension and recognition programs for service. We are invested in our team members as they are a key part of our business, serving the needs of Co-op members and customers.

North Central Co-op is located in Central Alberta – providing goods and services to our locations within Stony Plain, Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan, Spruce Grove, Legal and Sherwood Park. We are proud of our 92,000+ member-owners, our 600+ staff members throughout our 15 Gas Bars, 1 Home Centre, 4 Cardlock/Bulk Fuel Stations, 5 Food Stores, 5 Liquor stores, 1 Administration Office and potential future growth.

Please note applicants to this posting will be asked to adhere to a criminal record check and applications may be used to fill future vacancies within North Central Co-op’s trading area. If you are interested in this opportunity please apply directly to our job board.

This posting will remain open until filled.

North Central Co-operative

www.northcentralcoop.ca