About this role
The Opportunity:
Red River Co-op is recruiting for a newly graduated Pharmacist . We are committed to investing in emerging talent while strengthening our team with a motivated professional who is eager to grow and build their career within our organization. This position will float between our Winnipeg and rural locations in Niverville and Selkirk. This position offers flexibility and may be available as either part-time or full-time, depending on candidate interest and availability.
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, advice, 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.
- 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.
Red River Co-op welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process by contacting the Human Resources Division at (204) 631-4600, or [email protected], or in person at 10 Prairie Way in Winnipeg.
Total Rewards:
Red River Co-op offers a comprehensive total rewards package including group insurance, a strong pension plan, and an employee discount. Advancement opportunities abound in the Co-operative Retailing System, and we encourage ongoing professional development along with up to 100% reimbursement for post-secondary course work. Additional details will be shared with candidates as part of the interview process.