Sr. Pharmacist

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McKesson is in the business of better health and we touch the lives of patients in virtually every aspect of healthcare.

At McKesson Canada, we touch the lives of 12 million Canadians every day. We carry more than 35,000 products in 12 distribution centers and ultimately provide distribution to 6,300 retail pharmacies, 1,350 hospitals, long-term care centers, clinics and institutions all over Canada.

But we're so much more than a distribution company. We've automated 2,500 retail pharmacies and dispense over 100 million doses a year through our automation solutions.

Manufacturers, healthcare providers and patients count on us for a full range of services that contribute to the quality and safety of care for us all.

At McKesson Canada, you’ll help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare. Working here is your opportunity to shape an industry that’s vital to us all.

Job Summary :

The Registered Staff Pharmacist is required to dispense prescribed pharmaceuticals and compounds and provide consultative services to both clients and health care providers in accordance with all laws and responsibilities set by the Provincial Regulatory Body and McKesson Canada.

Section A Specific Responsibilities :

Specific Responsibilities generally include but are not limited to the following :

Filling, verifying, and dispensing medications accurately.

Provide supervision and oversight for pharmacy caseworkers, assistants, technicians, and other staff.

Provide appropriate pharmacist services, including patient counseling and follow-up for dispensed prescriptions as required.

Ensure prescription pricing is accurate and payment methods have been established.

Ensure prescriptions are delivered to the appropriate site as per patient request, regulation and cold chain required.

Providing general customer service for clients and stakeholders (i.e., Patients, Health Care Professionals, Industry Partners, etc.)

Adapting, renewing, and initiating prescriptions as per the Provincial College’s rules and regulations working to full scope of practice as outlined by regulatory body.

Provide medical information as required to patients and other healthcare professionals.

Adherence to all relevant guidelines including the established Standard Operating Procedures and all applicable regulatory requirements.

Submitting Adverse Events (AE) and Product Quality Complaints (PQC)

Flexibility in working overlapping shifts during operating pharmacy hours.

Oversees staff to ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing pharmacy.

Operate and promote behaviors that uphold McKesson i2Care and iLead Principles in alignment with McKesson Code of Conduct.

Ensure company policies and regulatory standards are at the foremost of all activities and decisions.

Adhere to privacy requirements

Monitor accounts receivable

Temperature monitoring

Complete all required training

Other duties as assigned.

Section B Key Requirements :

Knowledge :

Bachelor or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree

A valid license in good standing with the applicable College of Pharmacists.

Professional Liability Insurance

Skills and Abilities :

Working knowledge of retail pharmacy practice

Understanding of biologics and specialty medications

This position requires a significant degree of self-direction and independence.

Possess strong working knowledge of Kroll and its capabilities.

Clinical expertise in major therapeutic areas required by Specialty Pharmacy Services

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Accountable and results-oriented

Team management

Unique medications and patient needs

Teamwork

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Teaching

Patient advocacy

Decision making

Collaboration

MS office

Experiences :

Full-time employment for at least one year in a hospital or retail pharmacy setting.

Bilingualism (English / French) an asset or Multilingual

Additional experience in clinical trials, medication reimbursement, or a regulatory environment is useful.

Working with various cross functional teams both internal and external

Section C Supervision and Communication :

Communication : PSP, Navigation, INVIVA clinics, Medical Clinics, Pharmacy, Patients and drug plans

Section D What you gain in the role

Ability to identify and tackle various drug therapy problems in a specialty pharmacy setting, in-depth knowledge of various types of specialty medications

At McKesson, we care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people.

That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being .

Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse employee population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.

For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please

As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets.

In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$86,600 - $144,300

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