Description
We are seeking a Casual Staff Pharmacist to join our team at Express Scripts Canada, a leading health benefits management company. As a Casual Staff Pharmacist, you will provide meaningful support to our members for better health and peace of mind.
Job Summary The Express Scripts Canada Pharmacy is transforming the Canadian prescription drug landscape and the way patients make decisions about their medications. We are actively looking for Casual Pharmacists who are available Monday to Friday, available to start ASAP, and are passionate about healthcare.
Essential Functions:
- Verify prescriptions to be dispensed contain the correct medications and are correctly labeled, according to corporate and regulatory guidelines
- Provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians
- Provide patient counseling on new prescriptions and handle patient clinical queries
- Train and mentor other less experienced or new pharmacists and/or technicians
- Additional duties as assigned by leadership
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science-Pharmacy or PharmD
- Experience in a retail pharmacy/mail order pharmacy setting preferred
- Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations
- Strong focus on customer service, quality and accuracy
- Ability to read and interpret prescriptions
- Ability to evaluate current state and analyze possible solutions in business workflow
- Ability to train and coach less-experienced staff to desired team results
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment
- Ability to learn quickly, solve problems and make decisions
- Able to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Experience with Kroll Pharmacy software system is an asset
- Knowledge of Pharmacy Benefits Management Industry/Managed care industry is an asset
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule for peak volume times
- Valid BC pharmacist license required
- Must be able to work scheduled shifts or on call as necessary
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation, benefits and pension plan
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- A culture that celebrates innovation and collaboration
- Flexible work options and wellness programs