Church Street Pharmacy - Pharmacy Manager

Mint Health + Drugs • Edmonton, AB

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Mint Health & Drugs is seeking a Pharmacy Manager to lead their Church Street location in downtown Edmonton. This role is situated in Edmonton's McCauley neighbourhood, a vibrant and diverse community. The Church Street pharmacy emphasizes making a significant impact on patients' lives beyond standard pharmacy advice, by taking the time to understand each person's unique circumstances, story, and concerns. This community-focused approach allows for the provision of quality patient care. The role involves working with vulnerable sectors, including patients with addiction, mental health issues, low income, or those experiencing homelessness. This requires a focus on trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and specialized medication management, often in collaboration with community agencies and multidisciplinary teams to ensure equitable access to care.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy.
• Valid License with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) in good standing.
• Additional Prescribing Authorization (APA) is required.
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check (essential) and a clean Criminal Record Check.

Nice To Haves

• Authorization to Administer Drugs by Injection is usually required or considered an asset.
• Direct patient care experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication and ability to build trust with a diverse population.
• Understanding of social determinants of health and harm reduction strategies.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patient needs in a fast-paced or unconventional environment.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary teams (nurses, physicians, social workers).

Responsibilities

• Assess new and repeat prescriptions for appropriateness, safety, and efficacy, applying trauma-informed and harm-reduction approaches.
• Develop, monitor, and adjust health plans (drug and non-drug) in collaboration with other health professionals.
• Prepare and dispense medications, including injections, while providing specialized counseling to support adherence.
• Manage chronic disease therapies, offer screening programs, and support substance misuse and abuse treatment.
• Connect patients with necessary community resources and social services.
• Direct pharmacy staff and technicians to ensure safe and professional services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager