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Specialty Pharmacy Team Lead - Pharmacist

Canada, Edmonton Employment contract 120000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 31, 2026
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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.

Job Responsibility

  • 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

Requirements

  • 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 history of tenure (staying at sites for several years) rather than short-term job hopping
  • APA Designation: Additional Prescribing Authority is strongly preferred
  • Specialty Experience: Background in specialty pharmacy, hospital, or complex clinical settings is preferred
  • Management Ambition: A specific desire to continue to grow

Nice to have

  • APA Designation: Additional Prescribing Authority is strongly preferred
  • Specialty Experience: Background in specialty pharmacy, hospital, or complex clinical settings is preferred
  • Management Ambition: A specific desire to continue to grow

What we offer

  • 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
  • RRSP Program with competitive matching policy
  • Stock Purchase Plan with the opportunity to purchase shares at a significant discount
  • Career Pathway: Strong opportunity for career growth

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