Pharmacist II - Team Lead
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- Allied Health
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- COV00055893 Requisition #
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- 2 hours ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
We are seeking a Pharmacy Team Lead at St. Mary’s Hospital in Camrose, a key role at the heart of our hospital’s pharmacy operations. You will provide on-site leadership, guiding pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and support staff to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered pharmacy services. In this role, you will coordinate resources, solve operational challenges, and ensure the smooth, daily delivery of pharmacy programs, all while demonstrating Covenant Health’s values. In collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will manage patient medication therapy, identify and resolve drug-related problems, and develop and implement personalized medication plans that optimize patient outcomes. You will actively participate in patient care rounds, liaise with healthcare team members, and build professional relationships with patients and their families. This role also offers opportunities to mentor and precept staff and students, while maintaining your own professional growth and clinical expertise. St. Mary’s Hospital is a vital rural health facility serving Camrose and surrounding communities, offering 24-hour emergency care, cancer services, cardiac and stroke programs, mental health services, obstetrics, surgery, and spiritual care. Camrose combines small-town charm with modern amenities and recreational opportunities, making it a truly exceptional place to live, work, and make a difference in patient care. Covenant Health is deeply rooted in Alberta's integrated health system, with a legacy spanning over 150 years, we deliver quality, innovative services across 19 sites in 13 communities. As one of Canada’s largest Catholic health organizations, Covenant Health is committed to excellence, recognized once again as Alberta’s Top 85 Employers for 2026, and named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies for nine consecutive years.
Description:
Description: The Pharmacist II is responsible for the provision of safe, effective, and efficient preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical services. The Pharmacist I manages medication therapy by assessing patients for potential and actual drug related problems and intervening as required to optimize patient outcomes. The Pharmacist II is the supervisor or clinical lead responsible for the daily activities of the Pharmacy Department. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Pharmacist II
- Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
- Unit and Program: Pharmacy SMHC
- Primary Location: St. Mary's Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 23-MAR-2026
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 02-APR-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $54.64
- Maximum Salary: $72.66
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy is required. Registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP) is required.
Additional Required Qualifications:Pharmacist experience in a hospital setting. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Collaborative experience as part of a multi-disciplinary patient care team. Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations, generic and brand names, pharmacy laws and regulations, calculations, and dispensary function.
Preferred Qualifications:Management or supervisory experience in a healthcare or pharmacy setting. Experience providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care within a hospital environment. Familiarity with computer-based medication order entry, IV admixture, and unit dose drug distribution. Additional Prescribing Authorization (ACP). Authorization to administer injections (ACP).
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.