Pharmacist - Sobeys, Sydney

AI Summary

This full-time Pharmacist role with Sobeys Inc. is located in Sydney, Nova Scotia. The successful professional will focus on providing exceptional patient-centred care, managing clinical services, and meeting the health needs of patients. Key duties include patient counselling, initiating care plans, and ensuring prescription safety within the pharmacy. A Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and a valid provincial pharmacist license are top requirements to make a difference in patient health.

About the Opportunity at Sobeys Pharmacy

As a dedicated Pharmacist with Sobeys in Sydney, you will play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding patient-centred care, making a tangible impact on the health and well-being of individuals and families in the community. This position requires a professional who can demonstrate warmth, empathy, and compassion, always acting in the patient’s best interest. You will be responsible for providing comprehensive patient counselling and education for new therapies, carefully tailoring information to meet the unique needs and concerns of each patient, whether related to literacy, hearing loss, or privacy. Your expertise will be crucial in initiating care plans, ensuring diligent follow-up, and maintaining accurate documentation to support continuous, high-quality pharmacy services.

This role also involves actively participating in professional programs and collaborating with colleagues to enhance health and wellness services for all patients. You will engage with the Fusion system to ensure patients experience seamless care and a consistent pharmacy experience across all Sobeys locations. Prioritizing prescription safety is paramount, and you will effectively delegate technical functions to Pharmacy Registered Technicians and Assistants as appropriate. Furthermore, you will thoroughly understand all relevant corporate pharmacy service offerings and programs, ensuring each customer and patient receives the support that best meets their health care needs. Maintaining current knowledge of pharmacy practice, regulatory requirements, and industry trends is essential, requiring attendance at training as needed to uphold the highest professional standards.

Joining the Sobeys Team

Sobeys Inc. stands as a proud Canadian company and a market leader in grocery and pharmacy, celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers. Joining the Sobeys team means becoming part of a family of over 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates dedicated to nurturing the things that make life better for communities across the country. Our national pharmacy team is proudly Canadian, with pharmacies spanning from coast to coast under various banners, including Sobeys, Safeway, Thrifty Foods, Foodland, Lawtons Drugs, or FreshCo. We are deeply passionate about taking care of the health and well-being of individuals and families in our communities, and we seek professional individuals who share this commitment.

Sobeys offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, thoughtfully designed to help teammates live better physically, financially, and emotionally. This package extends beyond your paycheque to include a competitive benefits package tailored to meet your needs, encompassing health and dental coverage, as well as life insurance. Teammates also gain access to a Virtual Health Care Platform and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, ensuring support for various personal needs. A Retirement and Savings Plan provides an opportunity to build and add value to your savings, while a 10% in-store discount at participating banners and access to a wide range of other discount programs make everyday purchases more affordable. Sobeys is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, ensuring an inclusive environment.

Essential Qualifications and Professional Development

To excel in this Pharmacist role, candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from a recognized institution. It is imperative that you are a Licensed Pharmacist, in good standing, within the province of Nova Scotia, demonstrating your commitment to professional practice and regulatory adherence. Additionally, current Injection and First Aid Certifications are required, enabling you to provide a broader range of essential health services to patients. While not mandatory, experience with Kroll software is preferred, as it can facilitate a smoother integration into the pharmacy's operational workflow.

Sobeys is dedicated to fostering professional growth and development, offering extensive Learning and Development Resources to fuel your career progression within the company. This commitment ensures that you can continuously enhance your skills and knowledge, keeping abreast of the latest advancements in pharmacy practice. Adherence to all regulatory requirements, company policies, processes, and procedures, including Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Loss Prevention, and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), is expected. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a professional to make a significant contribution to patient care and community health needs within a supportive and growing Canadian organization.