Relief Pharmacist

*Position Title:* Relief Pharmacist

*Job Type:* Full Time

*Location:* Nova Scotia - various locations

*Travel:* This position requires the ability to travel within areas of the province, serving a variety of regions for a short or long-term assignment as needed, with all applicable travel expenses covered by the company.

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Relief Pharmacist to join our growing team. We provide full pharmacy team support, progressive pharmacy practice, and friendly staff. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right applicant

About Us

Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada’s largest and fastest growing network of community pharmacies. Our 295+ locations from coast to coast are united by one priority: our patients We strive to uphold each pharmacy’s tradition of providing outstanding patient care by offering accessible healthcare with a personal touch of kindness in each community we serve. We have been recently recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in helping our employees realize their career goals.

*Key Responsibilities:*
The Pharmacist is responsible for providing safe, effective, and appropriate drug therapy and actively contributes to an environment of employee and customer engagement. The Pharmacist will play a key role in achieving departmental excellence in the areas of patient focused care, customer service and workflow efficiencies.

* Focus on clinical services (i.e., medication reviews, disease state management)
* Initiate care plans, follow up and document
* Administer vaccines
* Determine appropriateness of drug therapy
* Monitor medication adherence
* Collect and document relevant patient, drug, and disease information
* Recommend OTC products and vitamins
* Answer questions from patients that require therapeutic knowledge, clinical analysis, or assessment
* Supervise a pharmacy student or a provisional pharmacist in the performance of restricted activities
* Other duties as required

*Technical Skills:*

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
* Self-directed and able to work independently
* Ability to work well in a team environment

*Education and Experience:*

* Licensed and in good standing with the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists
* Certificate of Injection for Drug Administration
* Familiarity with Kroll/Pharamclik Rx is an asset
* A minimum of one year’s experience as a retail Pharmacist is preferred
* Prior experience working in a retail environment is considered an asset

*What we offer:*

* Competitive compensation
* Sign-on bonus
* Relocation assistance
* Clinical service revenue bonus
* RRSP Matching
* Comprehensive health and dental benefits
* Life and disability insurance
* Career growth and mentorship opportunities
* Practice autonomy

*Location Address:* Nova Scotia (various locations and regions)

Neighbourly Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to deliver accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and our customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

Job Type: Full-time

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