Pharmacy Operations Manager

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Req ID: 226521
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: OPEZ PHAR Pharmacy SMRH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: MGMT/NON-Union Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 24-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy, the Pharmacy Manager - Operations is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient provision of drug distribution services. The Manager works collaboratively with other members of the Department's Leadership Team in a co-leadership model to ensure compounding, preparation and delivery of medications for patients meet high standards for quality and patient safety and is aligned with strategic priorities of the Pharmacy Department and NSH.

In addition, the Manager oversees drug procurement and inventory management, pharmacy technician/pharmacy practice assistant competency assessment and certification and health technology assessment (drug distribution systems). The Manager oversees the selection, training and evaluation of pharmacy technician/pharmacy practice assistants, and students with respect to expected performance and competencies and supports the operational, fiscal and strategic objectives of the Pharmacy Department and NSH. The Manager is also responsible to ensure that all programs and initiatives are consistent with the mission, vision, values, strategic directions and business plan of NSH.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Completion of a recognized pharmacy technician program
• Licensed as a pharmacy technician in Nova Scotia, through the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists
• Completion of a management training program preferred
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a hospital setting managing human, financial and material resources allocated to Pharmacy service an asset
• Proficient with computers and office administration programs, experience with pharmacy software and technology preferred
• Excellent interpersonal communication and collaborative skills
• Demonstrated collaborative practice with pharmacy practice assistants, pharmacists, learners, nursing, physicians and managers
• Must possess strong planning, evaluative and leadership skills; have demonstrated fiscal and time-management skills
• Strong knowledge of healthcare issues and collective agreements
• Excellent knowledge of hospital pharmacy practice
• Ability to prioritize, problem solve and work under pressure of time limitations is required
• Previous experience with Failure Mode Effects and Analysis reviews an asset
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Management
Band: 5
Hourly Rate: $45.75 - $56.04
Annual Salary: $89,205 - $109,276

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.