Posted:
8/17/2026, 7:03:44 AM
Location(s):
Manitoba, Canada ⋅ Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Workplace Type:
On-site
Pay:
$120k–$147k/yr
Job Title: Staff Pharmacist
Location: MB Pharmacy
Employment Type: Permanent
Reason for Vacancy: New
Work Arrangement: On-site
Department Name: Pharmacy Operations
Pay Typed: Hourly
Please note that this is a general posting range and offer range will be varied based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills required and location for this role.
About Us
Express Scripts Canada (ESC) is a leading health benefits management company. Serving over 12 million members, we help insurance carriers, third party administrators, and the public sector optimize the value of health benefits by linking the talent and professional expertise of our people with leading edge information management systems and technology. ESC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Express Scripts Inc., one of the largest pharmacy benefit management (PBM) companies in North America, part of The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI), a global health company. Together, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that improve access, affordability, and health outcomes for Canadians.
Job Summary
The Express Scripts Canada Pharmacy, with regional services across the country is transforming the Canadian prescription drug landscape and the way patients make decisions about their medications.
Our Pharmacies are seeking Pharmacists that provide meaningful support at the right time to our members for better health and peace of mind.
We are actively looking for a Pharmacist who is:
Available Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm
Available to start ASAP
Passionate about health care
The candidate will be required to vary work priorities and activities to accommodate business needs. In general, these include providing oversight and quality assurance of pharmacy services, clinical pharmacy services to patients, communicating with prescribers regarding drug therapy, verify prescription dispensing at various workflow steps within the Kroll Pharmacy software system and participating in training and mentoring of staff and students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Verify prescription orders are dispensed accurately and according to corporate and regulatory standards.
Provide oversight and quality assurance of pharmacy services.
Provide patient counseling on prescriptions and handle patient clinical queries.
Communicate with prescribers to modify and manage drug therapy for desired outcomes.
Train and mentor staff and students.
Additional duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor of Science-Pharmacy or PharmD
Experience in retail pharmacy and specialty medications is preferred
Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations
Strong focus on customer service, quality and accuracy
Ability to read and interpret prescriptions
Ability to evaluate current state and analyze possible solutions in business workflow
Ability to train and coach less-experienced staff to desired team results
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment
Ability to learn quickly, solve problems and make decisions
Able to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience with Kroll Pharmacy software system is an asset
Knowledge of Pharmacy Benefits Management Industry/Managed care industry is an asset
Valid Manitoba pharmacist license required
Why Join Us
Competitive compensation, benefits and pension plan
Career development and advancement opportunities
A culture that celebrates innovation and collaboration
Flexible work options and wellness programs
Pre-Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of reference checks and background verification in accordance with company policy. Within ESC, for certain positions, obtaining and maintaining a federal government security clearance is a bona fide occupational requirement. Candidates applying for such roles must meet all eligibility criteria for the applicable clearance level and consent to the security screening process as mandated by federal regulations. Failure to obtain or maintain the required clearance will result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
Our hiring process includes AI-powered tools to conduct video interviews, take notes and score candidates; however, all scores will be reviewed by hiring managers and our Talent team before selecting the successful candidate.
Internal Applications Deadline: August 21, 2026
Express Scripts Canada is a Cigna company
Express Scripts Canada is a subsidiary of Express Scripts, a Cigna company. Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) is a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, wellbeing and peace of mind of those we serve. Cigna offers an integrated suite of health services through Cigna, Express Scripts, and our affiliates including medical, dental, behavioural health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits, and other related products.
About Express Scripts Canada
Express Scripts Canada is a leading health benefits manager and has been recognized as one of the most innovative. Our clients include Canada's leading insurers, third party administrators and governments. We work with these clients to develop industry-leading solutions to deliver superior healthcare in a cost-controlled environment. We provide Active Pharmacy™ services to more than 7 million Canadian patients and adjudicate more than 100 million pharmacy, dental, and extended health claims annually. Through our proprietary consumer intelligence, clinical expertise, and patients-first approach, we promote better health decisions for plan members, while managing and reducing drug benefit costs for plan sponsors.
It will be a condition of employment that the successful candidate obtains an Enhanced Reliability Clearance from the Federal Government. The candidate will be required to provide supporting documentation to receive clearance if required.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a positive work environment built on solid corporate values, integrity, mutual respect, collaboration, passion, service and alignment.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace. By embracing diversity, we build a more effective organization that empowers our employees to be the best that they can be.
We are committed to creating a working environment that is barrier-free and we are prepared to provide accommodation for people with disabilities.
If you require accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: [email protected] Do not email [email protected] for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.
Website: https://www.thecignagroup.com/
Headquarter Location: Bloomfield, Connecticut, United States
Employee Count: None
Year Founded: 1792
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: None
Visa Sponsorship: Sponsors work visas