Pharmacist I

Your Opportunity:

Are you a motivated and adaptable Pharmacist looking to make a meaningful impact in patient care? AHS is seeking a skilled professional to join our pharmacy team at Foothills Medical Centre. In this clinically deployed role, you will work collaboratively with the Hospitalist service to optimize pharmacotherapy for medically complex adult patients on inpatient units throughout the hospital. You will assess patients for medication-related issues, contribute to individualized medication management plans, and support safe transitions of care from admission through discharge. As hospitalist patients are often housed off service, this role involves coordinating care across multiple units and nursing teams. Responsibilities include daily hospitalist rounds, reviewing and verifying medication orders, medication reconciliation, pharmacokinetic assessments, and managing polypharmacy and high-risk medications. You will also support students and residents, mentor new staff, and guide Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians. This position requires availability for day, evening, night, and/or weekend shifts, as the site operates 24/7. The successful candidate is experienced with computerized order entry and drug information systems, works well within diverse teams, and maintains patient confidentiality. Strong critical thinking, prioritization, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a compassionate, patient-focused approach and the flexibility to manage a caseload spread across the hospital. Effective English communication and professional accountability are required. The role includes visual and computer work, with occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling. AHS Pharmacy Services offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and career advancement—this is an opportunity to make a difference every day.

Description:

As a Pharmacist I, you will be responsible for the safe, effective and efficient preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical services. You will manage medication therapy for patients, both initially and on an ongoing basis. In addition, you will provide assessment, intervention and resolution of potential or actual drug-related problems and oversee activities related to compounding and packaging.

• Classification:
Pharmacist I
• Union:
HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program:
Pharmacy Services
• Primary Location:
Foothills Medical Centre
• Location Details:
As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
Not Applicable
• FTE:
1.00
• Posting End Date:
05-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class:
Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available:
07-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date:
28-JAN-2028
• Hours per Shift:
7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
2
• Shifts per cycle:
10
• Shift Pattern:
Days, Evening, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off:
As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary:
$59.76
• Maximum Salary:
$68.71
• Vehicle Requirement:
Not Applicable

Completion of Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. Current, provisional or transferable registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacist.

Entry-to-practice degree (Bachelor of Science or PharmD) in Pharmacy. Completion of an accredited hospital residency and/or post-professional Pharm D program is preferred. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. Additional Prescribing Authorization at time of hire or within the 1st year of employment, and to administer injections. At least 1 year of recent clinical deployment in hospital pharmacy setting within the last 2 years. Experience in internal medicine, hospitalist, or general medicine practice is strongly preferred. Applicants must be trained in PN verification. The FMC Inpatient Pharmacy operates 24/7, applicants must be able to work all shifts.

Previous experience working in a multidisciplinary team and precepting is an asset. A strong ability to apply evidence-based medicine in direct patient care and a willingness to engage in ongoing learning would be beneficial in this role. We seek motivated, self-directed individuals committed to continuing competence. Project experience, and committee work will be considered. Active CSHP membership is also considered.