Ensure prescriptions are dispensed accurately, safely, timely, and completely.
Provide pharmaceutical patient care with highest level of therapeutic appropriateness.
Verify safe and appropriate medication administration.
Assess and dispense critical medications.
Rapidly respond to palliative care prescriptions.
Arrange drug deliveries with the delivery team.
Complete daily tasks according to established workplace policies and procedures.
Consult pharmacy management team for unresolved day-to-day issues.
Provide exceptional customer care to pharmacy patients and home partners.
Communicate with resident care team members while following corporate policies.
Conduct medication regimen/profile reviews and document recommendations.
Follow provincial and federal laws, standards, and regulations governing pharmacy practice.
Follow corporate regulations, policies, and procedures.
Assist in maintaining and monitoring pharmacy inventory.
Participate in training and support for newly hired and existing pharmacy team members when required
Requirements summary
Currently licensed and in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP).
Ability to foster strong partnership with other members of the health care team.
Effective organization, planning, and time management skills.
Knowledge of Kroll Windows application (preferred).
Skilled in critical thinking and ability to prioritize appropriately.
Self-directed with ability to work independently.
Motivated to achieve results with a high standard of quality.
Good listening skills and adaptability to changes in job environment.
Previous long-term care pharmacy experience is an asset (not required)
Inventory monitoringCustomer careSelf-directed work with minimal supervisionTime management and organizationMedication dispensing accuracy and safetyPharmaceutical patient careMedication administration verificationCritical medication assessment and dispensingPalliative care prescription responseMedication regimen/profile reviewsDocumentation of recommendationsProfessional communication with resident care teamsCritical thinking and prioritizationAdaptability to changing job environmentGood listening skillsCollaboration with pharmacy team and health care team membersKnowledge of Kroll Windows application (preferred)
Job description
<p><strong>Position</strong> <strong>Summary</strong></p> <p>At CareRx, we are shaping the future of senior care through pharmacy services that make a real difference.
As Canada’s trusted leader in specialty pharmacy services for long-term care, retirement and congregate living communities, we are committed to enhancing the health of Canadians with unique and complex medication needs.
Our goal is to improve clinical outcomes and provide personalized care every step of the way.</p> <p>CareRx is looking for a <strong>Part Time</strong> <strong>Pharmacist</strong> to join our <strong>Edmonton </strong>team.
Under the general direction of the Designated Pharmacy Manager, the Staff Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring that all prescriptions are dispensed accurately and safely while providing pharmaceutical patient care ensuring the highest level of therapeutic appropriateness for patients.
The Staff Pharmacist responds to a multitude of scenarios including, but not limited to: Verifying safe and appropriate medication administration, assessing and dispensing critical medications, rapidly responding to palliative care prescriptions and arranging drug deliveries with our delivery team.</p> <p><strong>Why you should join CareRx</strong><strong> </strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Collaborative Team</strong>: Work with colleagues who share a passion for shaping the future of senior care.</p> <p><strong>Make a Real Impact</strong>: Feel fulfilled knowing your work directly benefits others within the communities we serve.</p> <p><strong>Flexible Benefits</strong>: For eligible roles, enjoy flexible medical and dental coverage that fits your needs.</p> <p><strong>Defined Work Schedule</strong>: Offers a healthy work-life balance with predictable hours.</p> <p><strong>Focus on Care</strong>: Work in an environment where your clinical expertise takes priority — without the demands of retail pharmacy.</p> <p><strong>Supportive Culture</strong>: Be part of a respectful, inclusive workplace where collaboration, connection and shared purpose drive everything we do.</p> <p><strong>Stability and Growth</strong>: Join a well-established Canadian company with a strong foundation for job security and opportunities to grow your career.</p> <p><strong>Appreciation in Action</strong>: We recognize great work through peer-nominated awards, team shout-outs and everyday moments of appreciation.</p> <p><strong>Celebrations and Community</strong>: From cultural events to team socials and holiday fun — we make time to connect, celebrate and enjoy the moments that bring us together.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Role Accountabilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Collaboration with all members of the pharmacy team to ensure medication orders are dispensed accurately, safely, timely and completely.</li> <li>Complete daily tasks in accordance with established workplace policies and procedures.</li> <li>Consult with members of the pharmacy management team when there are unresolved issues surrounding day to day work functions.</li> <li>Provide exceptional customer care to CareRx pharmacy patients and home partners.</li> <li>Communications with all members of the resident care team while maintaining professionalism by following corporate policies to always ensure the highest standard of customer care and quality of pharmacy service.</li> <li>Conduct medication regimen/profile reviews with associated documentation of recommendations.</li> <li>Follow all provincial and federal laws, standards and regulations which govern the practice of pharmacy at all times.</li> <li>Follow all corporate regulations, policies, and procedures at all times.</li> <li>Assists in maintaining and monitoring of pharmacy inventory.</li> <li>Participates in the training and support for newly hired and existing pharmacy team members when required.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Will Bring to The Team:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Currently licensed and in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP).</li> <li>Proven ability to foster strong partnership with other members of the health care team.</li> <li>Effective organization, planning, and time management skills.</li> <li>Knowledge of Kroll Windows application preferred.</li> <li>Skilled in critical thought processes and ability to prioritize appropriately.</li> <li>Self-directed, requiring minimal supervision and the ability to work independently.</li> <li>Motivated to achieve results that reflect a high standard of quality.</li> <li>Must demonstrate good listening skill and be adaptable to changes in job environment.</li> <li>Previous Long Term pharmacy experience is an asset but not required.</li> </ul> <p><strong>See what one of our current Pharmacists has to say about working at CareRx</strong></p> <p><em>"When I joined CareRx, I was a freshman in the long-term care pharmacy.
Benefits
Flexible medical and dental coverage (for eligible roles)
Defined work schedule with predictable hours
Peer-nominated awards and team shout-outs
Team socials and holiday events
CareRx gave me the opportunity to learn and thrive by trusting me with diverse challenges from working in the compounding pharmacy to handling on-call responsibilities for our long-distance homes.
There are continuous opportunities for professional growth, and management has always offered support and encouragement to achieve them.
I’ve always wanted to help patients by providing them with the best possible care, and CareRx helped turn that dream into reality.
Today, I feel confident in my role as a pharmacist.
I’m so proud to be part of the Care Rx company."</em></p> <p><strong>Location: </strong>This role will be on site at <em><strong>17969 106 Avenue NW, Edmonton AB T5S 2H1</strong></em> and follows a three-day work week with required participation in the On-call Pharmacist evening and weekend rotations.</p> <p><strong>Opportunity: </strong>This is a current existing position</p> <p><strong>AI Disclosure:</strong> CareRx does not use AI to screen candidates</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>CareRx is committed to employment equity and a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
We welcome applicants of all abilities and will provide accommodations upon request throughout the selection process.</p> <p><em>All applicants must successfully pass satisfactory background screening which can include depending on role, Criminal Record Check, Credit Check, Driver’s Abstract, Education Verification, Current Professional Registration and Referencing.
Background screening will be completed after an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.</em></p> <p><em>#INDHP</em></p>
Pharmacist roles in Alberta are typically in steady demand across community, hospital, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates who can work independently while collaborating with the healthcare team. Competition often centers on licensure, strong organization, critical thinking, and familiarity with pharmacy software. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here against the original posting, then confirm your Alberta College of Pharmacy standing and tailor your application to the setting you know best.
