Pharmacist

PHARMACIST OPPORTUNITY - ALBERTA, CANADA
Permanent Residency Pathway Available, this opportunity is open to all New Zealand registered Pharmacist with 2 years of solid Pharmacy Practice. You no longer need to write our Canadian Pharmacist Licensing Examinations (PEBC). Pharmacist in Canada are well respected members of healthcare team. Pharmacist are able to diagnose, prescribe, order for labs, optimize drug therapy etc. Canada is a trailblazer for Pharmacy Practice and enjoys the widest scope of Practice.

Work and Live in Canada starting at NZD$66/hour up to NZD$80/hour (est conversion as of May 11, 2025 6:00 PM MST), relocation assistance, licensing transfer cost, and malpractice insurance are provided. Enjoy a full expanded scope of practise (order labs, assess and prescribe and modify/optimize patient drug therapy).
- Have practised sufficient direct patient care in the last two years to maintain their competence to practise; and,
- Hold an active-unencumbered pharmacist license/registration in good standing in a designated jurisdiction: ○ Australia○ Great Britain○ New Zealand○ Republic of Ireland○ United States of America.
- Locations: Tofield, Grande Prairie and Wembley, Alberta Canada
- Relocation and Registration Assistance of up to NZD$ 1,800

**Canada Registration Requirements**:

- Must first obtain registration with the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists
- Subsequently transfer license to Alberta College of Pharmacy

Exceptional Compensation Package:

- Competitive hourly rate: $CAD 55-60/hour
- Performance bonus: $CAD3,000-$15,000 end of contract ** 1 to 3 years
- Clinical Practice Bonus: 30% first year, 40% subsequent years (refer to Alberta Blue Cross Pharmacist Clinical Compensation) Provides potential to earn an additional dollar on top of existing wage up to $CAD 6,000

Comprehensive Benefits (Starting Day One of employment):

- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Professional fees coverage (Annual license, RxA membership)
- Malpractice insurance
- Paid time off/Vacation Pay
- Relocation assistance
- On-site parking
- Store Discounts
- Use of company SUV while transitioning up to 3 months

Required Qualifications:

- B.Sci. Pharmacy or Pharm.D.
- Current Injection Certification or ability to acquire upon registration with ACP
- Valid BLS Certification
- Proficiency in Kroll Pharmacy software (training provided)
- English language proficiency

Preferred Qualifications:

- Additional Prescribing Authority (APA) or willing to obtain within one year
- Licensee Education Program (LEP) certification

Key Responsibilities:

- Clinical patient care and medication management
- Prescription processing and patient counseling
- Pharmacy operations management
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff supervision

Work Environment:

- Locally owned and operated pharmacy
- Professional, supportive team
- No weekend shifts
- Flexible hours (32-40 hours/week)**:

- Growth opportunities

Immigration Support Options for those wanting to immigrate but not required:

- We provide Dual Intent LMIA process for Canadian Immigration
- Guidance through licensing requirements

Join our team in beautiful Alberta, where you'll find an excellent quality of life, competitive compensation, and clear pathway to permanent residency in Canada.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 15 months

Pay: $55.00Canadian -$60.00 Canadian per hour

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
- Retention bonus

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7X6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) ** SUV can be provided while transitioning.

Licence/Certification:

- Nova Scotia Pharmacist License (required) to be transferred in Alberta Canada (Rockies)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 36 months

Pay: $66.00 - $80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 45 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance

**Education**:

- Bachelor Degree (required)

Licence/Certification:

- unencumbered Pharmacist License from Australia/New Zealand (required)

Work Location: In person