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Job Number

J0226-0620

Job Title

Manager, Pharmacy

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Union

Non-Union

City, Province, Country

Lindsay, Ontario, Canada

Department

Pharmacy

Open Positions

Date Posted

February 19, 2026

Closing Date

February 25, 2026

Salary

$54.939 - $67.568/Hour

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Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is an active, acute-care community hospital located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The Ross family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.

Department/Unit/Program Description

Our Pharmacy Department is committed to optimizing the scope of practice for every team member and developing innovative roles within our interdisciplinary care model. Our pharmacists deliver exceptional, direct patient care, while our pharmacy technicians and assistants support a modern, efficient drug distribution system.

Serving RMH as well as the hospital in Haliburton, the department provides comprehensive services including clinical pharmacist support, medication histories in the Emergency Department, unit-dose drug distribution through automated dispensing cabinets, and sterile compounding.

Position Summary

The Pharmacy Unit is currently looking for a permanent full-time Manager of Pharmacy to join their healthcare team.

As the Pharmacy Department Manager, you will play a key leadership role in advancing clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and patient‑centred pharmaceutical care. You will be responsible for ensuring that pharmacy services meet all applicable provincial and national standards, including those set by the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) and the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA).

In this role, you will guide a dedicated team of pharmacists, technicians, and support staff, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Your leadership will reflect strong professional knowledge, creativity, flexibility, and a commitment to high‑quality care within an interdisciplinary environment.

Working closely with internal teams and community partners, you will also support key initiatives that strengthen patient experience and promote positive relationships with patients, families, staff, physicians, volunteers, and external stakeholders.

If you are seeking a dynamic leadership opportunity where your expertise can make a meaningful impact on patient lives, Ross Memorial Hospital offers an environment where your contributions truly matter.

Effective date: March 9, 2026

Essential Qualifications

Current registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) as a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician
Completion of a CCAPP‑accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program (if registered as a technician)
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum five (5) years of hospital pharmacy experience as a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician
Minimum three (3) years of managerial or supervisory experience in a unionized environment
Demonstrated experience leading positive change management initiatives
Strong understanding of hospital operations, personnel management policies, and the ability to interpret and apply these to achieve departmental goals
Proven ability to manage departmental operating and capital budgets, including monitoring, explaining, and correcting budget variances
Demonstrated leadership success, including team development, coaching, and performance management
Proven ability leading successful pharmacy accreditation
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all levels of staff, physicians, patients, families, and the public, establishing credibility through professional conduct
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally
Effective conflict resolution, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and time‑management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize and multi‑task in high‑pressure situations
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, with a collaborative approach to decision‑making
High attention to accuracy and detail
Commitment to interprofessional practice, professional development, and lifelong learning
Demonstrated understanding and application of Just Culture principles to support fair accountability, learning, and system improvement
Demonstrated commitment to High Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, including safety culture, continuous improvement, and reliable processes
Maintains current knowledge of, and ensures compliance with, all regulatory and professional standards, including NAPRA Model Standards, OCP standards, and accreditation requirements
Valid driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.
Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per current Physical Demands Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Health Administration

Hours of Work

Hours of work for this position are 37.5 hours/week. Must be available for day shift Monday to Friday. Days and hours may change according to departmental requirements.

Employment Equity

Ross Memorial Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process at the request of the applicant.

Employees must meet expectations for appropriate, respectful and professional conduct, as set out in the RMH Code of Conduct.

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