Pharmacist Team Lead

Pharmacist Team Lead - Full-Time, Permanent - Edmonton, AB - Healthcare

Are you a confident, clinically strong Pharmacist ready to take the reins of a high-performing team? We are partnering with a leader in the specialty pharmacy space to find a Pharmacist Team Lead in Edmonton.

This is a Full-Time Permanent position that offers a clear runway for career growth in this exciting pharmacy sector. You will split your time (approx. 50/50) between practicing as a Clinical Pharmacist and leading a team of 10-15 (Pharmacists and Technicians). If you possess a steady temperament, a passion for operational fairness, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume environment, this is your next career move.

This is a pivotal role for a Pharmacist who balances clinical expertise with natural leadership ability. You will be the glue that holds a busy specialty team together, ensuring fairness, efficiency, and exceptional patient care.

Have questions or hesitations? Contact Jennifer Andrew at  or  for more details prior to applying.

Compensation details in this advertisement are offered as our estimate only. As this is a direct-hire, permanent role, the hiring team at our client pharmacy will offer the successful candidate a competitive total rewards package based on experience, market factors and internal equity..

Advantages
Pharmacist Team Lead - Full-Time, Permanent - Edmonton, AB - Healthcare

What's in it for you?

Permanent & Secure: A full-time, direct-hire permanent role with a leading healthcare organization.

Comprehensive Benefits (Day
1):
Access to a tiered benefits program starting on your very first day.

Generous Vacation & Paid Time Off Policy

Competitive base salary plus an attractive annual performance bonus (salary is based on experience, market factors and internal equity)

RRSP Program with competiive matching policy

Stock Purchase Plan with the opportunity to purchase shares at a significant discount.

Career Pathway:
Strong opportunity for career growth

Responsibilities
Pharmacist Team Lead - Full-Time, Permanent - Edmonton, AB - Healthcare

Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations (approx. 50%):

Team Supervision:
Directly supervise and mentor a team of 10-15 Pharmacists Registered Pharmacy Technicians, ensuring a culture of accountability and respect.

Workload Management:
Monitor workflow distribution to ensure fairness across the team; you will be responsible for ensuring no single pharmacist is overburdened.

Process Improvement:
Identify workflow gaps and implement solutions to optimize high-volume specialty operations.

Conflict Resolution:
Handle personalities and operational pressure with a steady, professional temperament.

Mentorship:
Lead by example to support the professional development of your direct reports.

Clinical & Pharmacy Practice (approx. 50%):

Advanced Clinical Assessments:
Perform CACP-style patient assessments, review lab results, and monitor for complex drug interactions.

Expanded Scope:
Actively utilize Alberta’s expanded scope of practice (APA) to renew prescriptions, adapt dosages, and perform initial prescribing where appropriate.

Specialty Counseling:
Provide high-touch, detailed counseling to patients regarding specialty medications.

Documentation:
Ensure all clinical documentation meets rigorous standards for insurance audits and regulatory compliance.

Workflow Support:
Verify and adjudicate prescriptions in Kroll alongside your team during peak times.

Qualifications
Pharmacist Team Lead - Full-Time, Permanent - Edmonton, AB - Healthcare

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

Licensure:

B.Sc. Pharmacy degree (or higher) and current registration in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP).

Leadership Potential/

Experience:

Previous experience leading a team of 5-10+ peers, or a demonstrated track record of accountability, process improvement, and sound judgment in a senior staff role.

Resilience & Temperament:
Must be capable of managing high pressure, tight deadlines, and complex team dynamics without getting rattled.

Clinical Excellence:
Strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge with the ability to "self-correct" and solve problems independently.

Job Stability:
We are looking for a candidate with a…