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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. The Senior Manager, Pharmacy or Pharmacist Supervisor role is a successor role for the Pharmacists.

Specific Responsibilities

The specific responsibilities generally include but are not limited to the following:

Filling, verifying, and dispensing medications accuratelyProvide supervision and oversight for pharmacy caseworkers, assistants, technicians, and other staffProvide appropriate pharmacist services, including patient counseling and follow-up for dispensed prescriptions as requiredEnsure prescription pricing is accurate and payment methods have been establishedEnsure prescriptions are delivered to the appropriate site as per patient request, regulation and cold chain requiredProviding 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 bodyProvide medical information as required to patients and other healthcare professionalsAdherence to all relevant guidelines including the established Standard Operating Procedures and all applicable regulatory requirementsSubmitting Adverse Events (AE) and Product Quality Complaints (PQC)Flexibility in working overlapping shifts during operating pharmacy hoursOversees staff to ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing pharmacyOperate and promote behaviors that uphold McKesson i2Care and iLead Principles in alignment with McKesson Code of ConductEnsure company policies and regulatory standards are at the foremost of all activities and decisionsAdhere to privacy requirementsMonitor accounts receivableTemperature monitoringComplete all required trainingOther duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Knowledge

Bachelor or Doctor of Pharmacy DegreeA valid license in good standing with the applicable College of PharmacistsProfessional Liability Insurance.

Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of retail pharmacy practiceUnderstanding of biologics and specialty medicationsThis position requires a significant degree of self-direction and independencePossess strong working knowledge of Kroll and its capabilitiesClinical expertise in major therapeutic areas required by Specialty Pharmacy ServicesStrong communication and teamwork skillsAccountable and results-orientedMS office.

Experience

Full-time employment for at least one year in a hospital or retail pharmacy setting Bilingualism (English/French) an asset or MultilingualAdditional experience in clinical trials, medication reimbursement, or a regulatory environment is useful.

Supervision and Communication

Communication: PSP, Navigation, INVIVA clinics, Medical Clinics, Pharmacy, Patients and drug plansDirect Reports: N/A

What you gain in the roleKnowledge: Ability to identify and tackle various drug therapy problems in a specialty pharmacy setting, in-depth knowledge of various types of specialty medications    Team management: Unique medications and patient needs, teamwork, problem solving, interpersonal skills, active listening, teaching, patient advocacy, decision-making, collaborationExperience: Working with various cross functional teams both internal and external.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$94,000 - $156,600

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

 

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