Staff Pharmacist - Portage La Loche, SK

Looking for more than just a pharmacy job?

At Northern/NorthMart, you'll do meaningful work that makes a real difference—every single day. Step into a career where your expertise improves lives, where you're valued by your community, and where you're supported with an industry-leading compensation and relocation package.

We're hiring a Staff Pharmacist to serve the community of La Loche, Saskatchewan. This is a relocation-based opportunity, with full financial and logistical support provided by The North West Company (NWC).

Why Join Us?
Relocating for work is a big step—we make it worth it.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Sign-On Bonus & Retention Bonus
• Subsidized housing
• Food allowance
• Paid vacation travel
• Employer-paid pension plan
• Employee Ownership Plan + company-matched contributions
• Optional RRSP program
• And much more!

📌 Note: This position is eligible for NWC's full benefits package.

In many of our communities, your typical monthly expenses—like rent, groceries, and utilities—are heavily subsidized or covered. That means you can bank nearly 100% of your earnings, helping you hit your financial goals faster—whether that's paying off student loans, saving for a home, or planning your next big adventure.

Our mission
To advance and provide comprehensive and innovative patient-centered health services to under-served and hard to reach regions.

Your Impact
As a Staff Pharmacist, you ensure the operational, regulatory, and professional services activities of the pharmacy are met in order to provide excellence in patient-centered, outcome-focused care.

What You'll Do

• Comply with Provincial Pharmacy Regulations and ensure adherence to Provincial Practice Standards and Guidelines within the pharmacy
• Follow Provincial Drug Formulary requirements and advise the Pharmacy Manager on Provincial Regulatory changes
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow all practices consistent with privacy legislation
• Ensure compliance with NIHB claims submissions
• Ensure compliance with Store Operating Procedures as defined by the HP&S Division and maintain operational standards
• Provide patient-focused, positive outcome care while collaborating with healthcare professionals and community agencies within the district, with a strong emphasis on community education
• Build and maintain strong relationships within the community, including Healthcare Centres, Nursing Stations, and Physician Clinics
• Support community education and outreach initiatives to improve health outcomes

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
• Licensed by the relevant Provincial College of Pharmacists (or eligible for licensure in Saskatchewan)
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Maintain continuing education requirements for provincial licensure
• Effective communication skills to counsel, educate, and instruct patients, staff, and other healthcare professionals
• Community-oriented with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care
• Experience with Pharmacy Software Programs; Kroll experience is considered an asset
• Highly motivated with a passion to bring our communities products and services to live better
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and relationships within the community

Location: Located within the Northern store in the community of La Loche, SK

Reports Into: Pharmacy Manager
A competitive wage is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

A Career With Purpose
Join us today and embark on a fulfilling career where you get to make a difference every day.
At NWC, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including members of BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, Indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and all other equity-deserving groups.

Ready to make a bigger impact?
Apply now and be part of something greater. Your future—and your community—is waiting.

We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:

Being Enterprising • Committing to our Customer • Working with Passion • Leading and Developing Others • Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity • Building Trust

The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2S+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.

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