Pharmacist

Job summary

Dispense and manage medications, process prescriptions accurately, conduct medication reviews, and advise patients on drug use while meeting regulatory standards. Collaborate with healthcare professionals, maintain inventory, stay informed about drug therapies, and support wellness initiatives and exceptional patient service.

Job details

Company Description Paramount Pharmacies is dedicated to providing high-quality pharmaceutical care and services to the communities we serve. We offer a wide range healthcare services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our patients. Our commitment to excellence is supported by a professional team focused on ensuring customer satisfaction and health outcomes. We aim to foster healthier lives through personalized care and innovative services. Role Description This is a full-time role for a pharmacist at our Membertou location, a progressive Mi'kmaq community on Unama'ki - Cape Breton Island. Our mission is to provide accessible, culturally respectful healthcare while supporting the wellness and traditions of the community. We are committed to building trust, fostering relationships, and delivering care that reflects community values. The pharmacist will be responsible for dispensing and managing medications, providing expert advice on drug usage, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Responsibilities include conducting medication reviews, collaborating with healthcare professionals, ensuring accurate prescription processing, and providing exceptional patient service. The role also involves maintaining inventory, staying informed on new drug therapies, and promoting wellness initiatives. Qualifications Proficiency in dispensing medications, prescription processing, and inventory management Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical guidelines and regulatory compliance Excellent communication, counseling, and customer service skills Ability to collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient care Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities Pharmacist licensure in good standing with the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), or Bachelor of Pharmacy Valid injection permit Experience in a community pharmacy setting is a plus

What you’ll do

Dispense and manage medications, process prescriptions accurately, conduct medication reviews, and advise patients on drug use while meeting regulatory standards. Collaborate with healthcare professionals, maintain inventory, stay informed about drug therapies, and support wellness initiatives and exceptional patient service.

Requirements

Requires pharmacist licensure in good standing with the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator, a Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy, and a valid injection permit. Candidates should have skills in dispensing, prescription processing, inventory management, regulatory compliance, communication, counseling, and collaboration; community pharmacy experience is a plus.

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Patient Counseling · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Medication Dispensing · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Medication Dispensing
• Prescription Processing
• Inventory Management
• Pharmaceutical Guidelines
• Regulatory Compliance
• Communication
• Patient Counseling
• Customer Service
• Healthcare Collaboration
• Attention to Detail
• Organization
• Medication Reviews
• Patient Care
• Wellness Promotion

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Retail
• Customer Service & Support