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Pharmacist – Bowen Island, BC

Are you a pharmacist who wants to get back to the heart of the profession — real patient care, meaningful conversations, and the time to do things right? At Pharmasave Cates on Bowen Island, that’s exactly what we offer. No corporate rush. No prescription-churning grind. Just authentic, attentive community pharmacy. We are hiring a part-time Pharmacist.

It’s an Easy, Scenic Commute as Bowen Island is only a 20-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay, and many people make this commute daily. It’s simple, reliable, and genuinely enjoyable — a built-in break at the start and end of your day.

Thinking of Moving Here?
Bowen is an incredible place to live.
It’s peaceful, safe, nature-filled, and community-driven. People look out for each other. Kids roam freely. Trails, beaches, cafés, and local shops are all part of the charm. If you’ve ever dreamed of a slower, more connected lifestyle, Bowen offers something truly special.

With over 900 stores across the country, Pharmasave is one of Canada’s leading independent pharmacy and drugstore retailers. Since being founded in 1981, Pharmasave has focused on building a national platform of community-based retail outlets designed to provide customers with exceptional service, products and advice.

Each Pharmasave store operates independently to serve its individual community, which ensures both programs and services tailored to the needs of customers and a commitment to helping all customers. Live Well With Pharmasave, Canada’s community pharmacy.

Our mission at Pharmasave is to offer exceptional patient centered care in an inclusive and professional pharmacy. Our priority is the health and wellness of our patients and are committed to the full scope of the clinical practice of pharmacy.

Hours of operation are 9:30am-5:30pm Monday through Saturday.

Job Type: Full-Time
Posted Date: January 19, 2026
Open Until Position is Filled
Where: 203 - 495 Bowen Island Trunk Rd., Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0

Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Checking prescriptions for accuracy
  • Conduct medication reviews and other professional services
  • Collaborate with other members of the pharmacy team
  • Dispensing medications to clients, and inform them of side effects
  • Performing clinical services (medication/vaccine administration, medication reviews, prescription adaptations)
  • Providing patient counselling
  • Completing appropriate documentation
  • Other duties as required
  • Provide pharmacological information by responding to all healthcare professionals in the patient’s circle of care
  • Provide information on medication regimens including counselling on prescriptions and over the counter/behind the counter products
  • Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with legislation and standards of practice including narcotic and controlled drug records
  • Participate in inventory control processes ensuring accurate perpetual inventory records
  • Support the Pharmacy Management in supervision and training of support staff
  • Engage and participate in expanded scope of Professional Services ensuring patient focused services as deemed appropriate for the patient

Qualifications

  • Licensed and in good standing with the BC College of Pharmacists
  • Injection certified
  • Previous Pharmacy experience (retail/community preferred)
  • Strong communication and patient care skills
  • A team player who enjoys working in a collaborative setting

What We Provide

  • Industry leading salary ($60-70/hour)
  • Licensing fees and liability insurance coverage
  • Potential Retention Bonus
  • Extended health benefits
  • Licensing fees and liability insurance coverage
  • Store Discount
  • Commute costs covered
  • A relaxed, friendly environment where our team truly feels like family — and where you’ll know your patients by name.

We thank all interested applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Pharmasave

With over 800 stores across the country, Pharmasave is one of Canada’s leading independent pharmacy and drugstore retailers. Since being founded in 1981, Pharmasave has focused on building a national platform of community-based retail outlets designed to provide customers with exceptional service, products and advice.

Each Pharmasave store operates independently to serve its individual community, which ensures both programs and services tailored to the needs of customers and a commitment to helping all customers. Live Well With Pharmasave, Canada’s community pharmacy.

How To Apply

If you are interested in joining our Pharmasave team, you are invited to submit your resume in confidence to cates.pharmasave@gmail.com.

About Pharmasave Cates

Address

203 – 495 Bowen Island Trunk Rd.
Bowen Island
V0N 1G0
BC

Contact

Phone: 1(604) 947-0766
Fax: 1(604) 947-0736

Owners

Simin Mirpourzadeh
Shahzad Mirsaeidi
Shahzad Mirsaeidi

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