Senior Pharmacist

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 338-25-7144001

Posting End Date: October 13, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: MacCharles

Department: Pharmacy

Union: Non-Union

Hiring Status: Permanent

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: Days/Modified Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $61.251 /$63.165 /$65.162 /$67.242 /$69.407 /$71.668 /$74.022 /$76.475 

Job Summary:

Under direction of the Director of Pharmacy Operations, and in collaboration with the Pharmacy Leadership Team and Systemic Therapy Program, the Senior Pharmacist, Practice Development and Education provides support and leadership in the areas of competency assessment, staff development, coaching, mentorship and the development and maintenance of educational tools and resources for oncology pharmacy practice in the province.

The Senior Pharmacist collaborates with internal and provincial partners to establish standards for safe, timely and equitable treatment of Manitobans with cancer throughout the province.

Note: The successful candidate will be working with hazardous materials on a daily basis. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training are provided. Primary working hours are Monday to Friday day shifts with occasional weekends and statutory holidays. 

Qualifications:

Education

• Entry-to-practice academic credential in Pharmacy from an accredited Canadian university program or the approved equivalent as determined by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM).
• Post-secondary degree in a related discipline or a Year 2 Pharmacy Residency is an asset
• Post-graduate training or degree, including, as applicable, education in areas of advanced clinical practice, quality, education, or informatics preferred 

Experience

• Completion of an accredited Year 1 Pharmacy Residency program
• 4 years of direct experience in a collaborative practice setting in a related field will be considered equivalent for candidates who do not have a residency
• Oncology experience is required 

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to mentor and coach other team members 
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of current clinical and practice trends
• Demonstrated system thinking in day to day work.
• Analytic, time management and work prioritization skills
• Ability to use and learn new software programs and apply those skills to implement and support medication systems.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
• Comprehensive understanding of pharmacy structures and operating models, day to day operations, and standard policies and practices is an asset 

Required Licenses, Registrations, Designations

• Active license and member in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba
• Canadian Association of Pharmacy in Oncology membership is considered an asset 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• May encounter aggressive and/or agitated clients/visitors/staff
• Standing, lifting, and repetitive motion.
• Extensive use of eyesight and concentration for precision work.
• Extensive use of computers.
• Must be able to work under stress and time constraints.
• May be required to work day, evening, and weekend shifts.
• May, on occasion, be required to work extended hours.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress.
• Work with hazardous materials on a daily basis. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training are provided 

Other

• Must have satisfactory employment record
• Must be legally able to work in Canada
• Ability to speak French is considered an asset 

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment.  If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.