Job Title: Casual Staff Pharmacist
Location: BC Pharmacy
Employment Type: Casual 1 Year Contract
Reason for Vacancy: Replacement
Work Arrangement: On-site
Department Name: Pharmacy Operations
Pay Typed: Hourly
Pay Range: $45 to $49
Please note that this is a general posting range and offer range will be varied based on relevant experience qualifications skills required and location for this role.
About Us
Express Scripts Canada (ESC) is a leading health benefits management company. Serving over 12 million members we help insurance carriers third party administrators and the public sector optimize the value of health benefits by linking the talent and professional expertise of our people with leading edge information management systems and technology. ESC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Express Scripts Inc. one of the largest pharmacy benefit management (PBM) companies in North America part of The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI) a global health company. Together we deliver innovative cost-effective solutions that improve access affordability and health outcomes for Canadians.
Job Summary
The Express Scripts Canada Pharmacy with regional services across the country is transforming the Canadian prescription drug landscape and the way patients make decisions about their medications.
Our Pharmacies are seeking Pharmacists that provide meaningful support at the right time to our members for better health and peace of mind.
We are actively looking for Casual Pharmacists who are:
Available Monday to Friday
Available to start ASAP
Are passionate about health care
The candidate will be required to vary work priorities and activities to accommodate business needs provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians interpret physicians or prescribers prescriptions verify and confirm validity of controlled substances verify prescription information entered in the Kroll Pharmacy software system by data entry or order entry train and mentor other less-experienced or new pharmacists and provide back up for other pharmacists as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Verify prescriptions to be dispensed contain the correct medications and are correctly labeled according to corporate and regulatory guidelines
Provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians
Provide patient counseling on new prescriptions and handle patient clinical queries
Train and mentor other less experienced or new pharmacists and/or technicians
Additional duties as assigned by leadership
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor of Science-Pharmacy or PharmD
Experience in a retail pharmacy/mail order pharmacy setting preferred
Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations
Strong focus on customer service quality and accuracy
Ability to read and interpret prescriptions
Ability to evaluate current state and analyze possible solutions in business workflow
Ability to train and coach less-experienced staff to desired team results
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment
Ability to learn quickly solve problems and make decisions
Able to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience with Kroll Pharmacy software system is an asset
Knowledge of Pharmacy Benefits Management Industry/Managed care industry is an asset
Willingness to work a flexible schedule for peak volume times
Valid BC pharmacist license required
Must be able to work scheduled shifts or on call as necessary
Why Join Us
Competitive compensation benefits and pension plan
Career development and advancement opportunities
A culture that celebrates innovation and collaboration
Flexible work options and wellness programs
AI Disclosure
If AI or automated tools are used in screening or assessment include: This posting uses AI-assisted tools as part of the screening process.
Pre-Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of reference checks and background verification in accordance with company policy. Within ESC for certain positions obtaining and maintaining a federal government security clearance is a bona fide occupational requirement. Candidates applying for such roles must meet all eligibility criteria for the applicable clearance level and consent to the security screening process as mandated by federal regulations. Failure to obtain or maintain the required clearance will result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
Our hiring process includes AI-powered tools to conduct video interviews take notes and score candidates; however all scores will be reviewed by hiring managers and our Talent team before making a decision.
Express Scripts Canada is a Cigna company
Express Scripts Canada is a subsidiary of Express Scripts a Cigna company. Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) is a global health service company dedicated to improving the health wellbeing and peace of mind of those we serve. Cigna offers an integrated suite of health services through Cigna Express Scripts and our affiliates including medical dental behavioural health pharmacy vision supplemental benefits and other related products.
About Express Scripts Canada
Express Scripts Canada is a leading health benefits manager and has been recognized as one of the most innovative. Our clients include Canadas leading insurers third party administrators and governments. We work with these clients to develop industry-leading solutions to deliver superior healthcare in a cost-controlled environment. We provide Active Pharmacy services to more than 7 million Canadian patients and adjudicate more than 100 million pharmacy dental and extended health claims annually. Through our proprietary consumer intelligence clinical expertise and patients-first approach we promote better health decisions for plan members while managing and reducing drug benefit costs for plan sponsors.
It will be a condition of employment that the successful candidate obtains an Enhanced Reliability Clearance from the Federal Government. The candidate will be required to provide supporting documentation to receive clearance if required.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package along with a positive work environment built on solid corporate values integrity mutual respect collaboration passion service and alignment.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes a diverse inclusive and accessible workplace. By embracing diversity we build a more effective organization that empowers our employees to be the best that they can be.
We are committed to creating a working environment that is barrier-free and we are prepared to provide accommodation for people with disabilities.
If you require accommodation in completing the online application process please email: Do not email for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.
Required Experience:
IC
Cigna Healthcare offers health insurance plans such as medical and dental to individuals and employers, international health insurance, and Medicare coverage.