Locum Pharmacist

Campbell River, BC, Canada .
full-time . March 6, 2026

Description

Join a team making a real difference in the North Island!

We are looking for a Locum Registered Pharmacist to support our Mental Health & Addictions program at our Campbell River location. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide compassionate care to individuals receiving medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders while supporting the broader health of our community. Registration with the College of Pharmacists is mandatory.

This locum position offers flexible scheduling while allowing you to work within a collaborative and supportive team environment. Many pharmacists appreciate the unique pace of this role and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives.

About the Role

This position supports both general pharmacy operations and our specialized mental health & addictions services. You’ll work in a fast-paced, compassionate setting to assist patients with their treatment, ensuring accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance while supporting continuity of care.

Duties:

Support the pharmacy team in day-to-day pharmacy activities.
Medication Management – Prepare, process, and dispense prescriptions for methadone, Suboxone, and Kadian.
Assisting patients who are dropping off or picking up prescriptions, including those with complex care needs.
Entering prescriptions accurately into patient records.
Providing excellent customer service and collaborating with the pharmacist for medication recommendations, selection, or counseling—especially for mental health and addictions therapies.
Exercising independent authority, responsibility, and liability to prepare, process, and compound prescriptions.
Assisting in training new employees.
Performing inventory ordering and control.
Perform full scope pharmacy duties.

Expectations:

Bring a positive, proactive attitude to work and embrace challenges.
Be caring and supportive of co-workers and customers.
Demonstrate accountability, openness, and honesty.

Skills & Abilities:

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in computer use, data entry, and basic math.
Demonstrated customer service experience.
Strong motivation and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Why Work With Us?

Competitive Pay – $90-$100 per hour (based on experience).
Flexible Locum Opportunity – Ideal for pharmacists looking for flexibility while maintaining meaningful clinical work.
Supportive Team Environment – Work alongside an experienced and collaborative team that values open communication, teamwork, and patient-centered care.
Strong Community Impact – Be part of a pharmacy that is deeply connected to the community and committed to accessible care.
Meaningful Work – Play an important role supporting patients receiving treatment for substance use disorders and contribute to improving health outcomes in the North Island community.

Apply Today

If you’re passionate about patient care and excited to lead a supportive, people-first pharmacy team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via Indeed or email your resume to hr@heartpharmacy.com

Working in Campbell River allows you to be qualified to apply to participate in the governments loan forgiveness program up to $60,000! Learn more here: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/education/student-aid/grants-loans/repay/assistance/student-loan-forgiveness.html

Compensation

$90.00 - $100.00 per hour

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