Pharmacist Jobs in Alberta

A Pharmacist plays a critical role in the pharmacy industry, ensuring patients receive the correct medications and understand how to use them safely and effectively. They review and interpret physician orders, detect potential medication interactions, dispense prescribed medications, and counsel patients on their proper usage and potential side effects. Additionally, they provide advice on healthy lifestyles, conduct health screenings, manage immunization programs, and oversee the work of pharmacy technicians and interns. Pharmacists often work in community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, or they may work in research or the pharmaceutical industry.

Pharmacists are required to have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited college or university. They must also pass two exams to become licensed: the North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) and, in most states, the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam (MPJE). Important skills for a Pharmacist include strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with a diverse population, and the capacity to handle stressful situations. Prior to becoming a Pharmacist, individuals often work as Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Interns, or in related health care roles to gain practical experience in the field.

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(CAN) Staff Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • Slave Lake, AB
  • 8 days ago
  • Slave Lake, AB
  • 8 days ago

The Staff Pharmacist assists the Pharmacy Manager in all aspects of the Pharmacy Operations....

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Continuing Care Dispensary Pharmacist

  • London Drugs
  • Lethbridge, AB
  • 12 days ago
  • Lethbridge, AB
  • 12 days ago

As a London Drugs Continuing Care Dispensary pharmacist, it means providing indirect patient care in a team-oriented work environment involving clinical pharmacists, regulated pharmacy technicians,...

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Pharmacist

  • AmerisourceBergen Corporation
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 12 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 12 days ago

counseling on specialty medications Support, coach and co-ordinate the activities of pharmacy technicians and assistants in the day-to-day operation of the Pharmacy; Assist in operational activities...

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Pharmacist - Part Time

  • London Drugs
  • Calgary, AB
  • 26 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 26 days ago

counseling, monitor patient profiles, and perform drug usage reviews An interest in disease management and compliance programs and being involved with community seminars and workshops Ability to work...

In Person Part Time

Pharmacist (Temporary)

  • Pfg
  • Calgary, AB
  • 60+ days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 60+ days ago

You have: A Canadian Pharmacist licence and are in good standing with the respective College of Pharmacists. Your injection certification....

In Person Temporary

Pharmacist

  • Neighbourly Pharmacy
  • Cold Lake, AB
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cold Lake, AB
  • 60+ days ago

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Full Time or Part Time Pharmacist to join our team at in Cold Lake, Alberta....

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Pharmacist - Regular Part Time

  • London Drugs
  • Calgary, AB
  • 60+ days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 60+ days ago

counseling, monitor patient profiles, and perform drug usage reviews An interest in disease management and compliance programs and being involved with community seminars and workshops Ability to work...

In Person Part Time

Pharmacist

  • Pfg
  • Lethbridge, AB
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lethbridge, AB
  • 90+ days ago

You have: A Canadian Pharmacist licence and are in good standing with the respective College of Pharmacists. Your injection certification....

In Person

Relief Pharmacist (Calgary-based)

  • Pfg
  • Calgary, AB
  • 90+ days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 90+ days ago

You have: A Canadian Pharmacist licence and are in good standing with the respective College of Pharmacists. Your injection certification....

In Person

(CAN) Staff Pharmacist (PartTime)

  • Walmart
  • Cochrane, AB
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cochrane, AB
  • 90+ days ago

The Staff Pharmacist assists the Pharmacy Manager in all aspects of the Pharmacy Operations....

In Person

(CAN) Staff Pharmacist (Part-Time)

  • Walmart
  • Cochrane, AB
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cochrane, AB
  • 90+ days ago

The Staff Pharmacist assists the Pharmacy Manager in all aspects of the Pharmacy Operations....

In Person Part Time

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Neighbourly Pharmacy
  • Calgary, AB
  • 90+ days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 90+ days ago

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a full-time Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at Madigan Pharmacy and Compounding in Calgary, AB....

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Relief Pharmacist

  • Neighbourly Pharmacy
  • Calgary, AB
  • 90+ days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 90+ days ago

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a full-time Relief Pharmacist to join our growing team in Alberta....

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Clinical Pharmacist (Non-Dispensing) - Medicine Hat, AB

  • Neighbourly Pharmacy
  • Medicine Hat, AB
  • 90+ days ago
  • Medicine Hat, AB
  • 90+ days ago

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Clinical Pharmacist (Non-Dispensing) to join our team at Sandstone Pharmacies Carry Drive in Medicine Hat, Alberta....

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Pharmacist

  • Loblaw Digital
  • Red Deer, AB
  • 90+ days ago
  • Red Deer, AB
  • 90+ days ago

Loblaw Pharmacy (dispensary) Provide on-going training for all new and existing Pharmacy colleagues (technicians, interns, students, IPGs) What youll need: Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy and a Class A Pharmacists...

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Pharmacist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Pharmacy for Beginners
This three-week course from Universiti Malaya will provide an overview of pharmacy and help you gain a basic understanding of the creation, regulation, and administration of medicine. Youll be...
Good Pharmacy Practice: Pharmaceutical Services
On this three-week advanced course from Taipei Medical University, youll learn how to provide better pharmaceutical services while also improving your professional abilities as a pharmacist. This...
Essentials of Good Pharmacy Practice: The Basics
This course provides pharmacists with some essential knowledge to provide better pharmaceutical services and professional abilities, related to the World Health Organisations Good Pharmacy...

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Alberta

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePharmacy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Alberta offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.9%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmacists in Alberta
1-2 years
28.1%
Less than 1 year
27.7%
None
27.6%
2-4 years
15.7%
6-8 years
0.6%
10+ years
0.3%


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