Job Title
Interim Pharmacy Manager (Licensee) – 4-Month Contract
Location
Vancouver, BC
Job Type
Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract (Locum/Interim)
Start Date
November 16, 2024
End Date
~March 16, 2025 (4 Months)
Compensation
$65.00 – $70.00 per hour
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and licensed Pharmacist to act as the Interim Pharmacy Manager (Licensee) for a high-volume pharmacy in Vancouver, BC. This is a 4-month contract position to cover a leave.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, has strong leadership skills to manage support staff, and is proficient in managing a high-volume methadone/suboxone program. While experience with the WinRx system is an asset, it is not required as training can be provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Management & Compliance: Act as the Licensee and Pharmacy Manager, ensuring compliance with College of Pharmacists of BC standards and regulations.
- Dispensing & Verification: Oversee the accurate dispensing and final verification of prescriptions.
- High-Volume OAT Program: Manage the pharmacy’s Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) program, which includes approximately 160-170 Methadone/Suboxone patients daily.
- Workflow Management: Supervise and delegate tasks to a robust support team.
- Patient Care: Provide clinical consultations, including walk-in services (approx. 60-70 patients daily).
- Operational Oversight: Ensure smooth operations during the 4-month term, managing schedules and workflow efficiency.
Work Schedule & Hours
- Shift Times: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Hours: Up to 50 hours per week.
- Weekends: Required, though shifts may be shorter on weekends.
Volume & Support Structure
- This is a high-volume location processing approximately 300 prescriptions per day.
You will be supported by a dedicated team:
- 2 Registered Pharmacy Technicians (RPhTs): One dedicated to paperwork and one dedicated to prep work.
- OAT Support: The majority of Methadone deliveries are handled by an LPN and a Driver, minimizing in-store congestion.
Qualifications
- Licensing: Must be a Registered Pharmacist in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of BC (CPBC).
- Experience: Previous experience as a Pharmacy Manager or Licensee is preferred.
- Experience with high-volume OAT/Methadone is a strong asset.
Skills
- Strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a busy environment.
Technical
- Familiarity with WinRx is helpful but not mandatory.
Thank you
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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