Pharmacy Lead

Requisition ID:
390377

Position Number:

Posting End Date:
October 22, 2025

City:
Winnipeg

Employer:
Shared Health

Site:
Shared Health

Department / Unit:
Provincial Pharmacy Shared Service

Job Stream:
Clinical Support

Union:
Non Union

Anticipated Start Date:
10/24/2025

FTE:
1.00

Anticipated Shift:
Days;Evenings;Weekends

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid

Daily Hours Worked:
7.75

Annual Base Hours:
2015

Salary Is Commensurate With Education And Qualifications.
This position will lead and coordinate the implementation and standardization of Automated Dispensing Units (ADU) and other applications within the Medication Management and Use systems throughout the province.

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient- centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview
Reporting to the Pharmacy Shared Service Director, the Pharmacy Lead – Drug Distribution Operations is responsible and accountable for integrating drug distribution initiatives within the medication use system as outlined in Program strategic and operational plans. As a lead within the Pharmacy Shared Service Management Team, the incumbent assumes managerial oversight over staff and other Drug Distribution Managers within their portfolio, as well as other administrative responsibilities as assigned.

The Pharmacy Lead – Drug Distribution Operations is accountable for overall drug distribution operations, with a focus on continuous quality improvement and patient safety. The incumbent develops relationships within and beyond the Program to support the delivery of safe, effective, and efficient drug distribution services.

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience in a management/leadership role is required.
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy is preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Recognized as a Pharmacy Technician by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) is required.
• Successful completion of a CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Certificate OR completion of the program prescribed by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba for candidates who successfully complete a non-CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Certificate.
• Completion of a management training program preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Listed as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba.
• Membership in the Canadian Association of Pharmacy Technicians, preferred.
• Membership in the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists, preferred.

Qualifications And Skills

• Evidence of creative thinking and sharp decision-making in solving problems in complex environments.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective relationships across a spectrum of peer, subordinate, superior, and client relationships.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in project management to lead and coordinate multiple initiatives.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage situations of an urgent or emergent nature.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel to multiple sites within the Province of Manitoba have a valid driver's license, and use of a personal vehicle.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.