Responsible for the implementation, assessment, and assurance of the SCPP work in the areas of professional competency, quality, and scope of practice as it relates to the professional practice of members.
Key Responsibilities
Competency Programming
- Coordinate and facilitate access to programs as directed by the SCPP and Director of Competency Assurance, which includes implementation of SCPP’s competency program and advanced scope of practice initiatives.
- Conduct, monitor, review, analyze, and report on data collected through surveys and assessments to evaluate program effectiveness.
- Conduct regular audits of licensed members and licensed pharmacies with respect to compliance with continuing professional development and all applicable legislation, bylaws, standards, guidelines, and policies.
- Provide education via online platforms and in person to members as required regarding competency assurance and scope of practice; including training, assessment, and standardization for assessors.
- Coordinate and implement processes for correcting deficiencies in competency of registered and licensed members. In conjunction with the Director of Competency Assurance, draft the blueprint for, and review, the jurisprudence exam annually to ensure appropriateness and report to the Deputy Registrar.
- Responsible for facilitation of assessment at entry to practice through the jurisprudence exam.
- Responsible for the facilitation of assessment of international candidates, and candidates returning to practice.
- Review and assess internationally trained pharmacy candidate appraisal and assessment documents for recommendation for approval to the Deputy Registrar.
- Facilitate training, education, and standardization of assessors. Field Operations.
Collaboration:
- Engage with various stakeholders such as Drug Plan Extended Benefits Branch, eHealth, Prescription Review Program, medSask, Continuing Professional Development for Pharmacy Professionals, SCPP Council,
and SCPP Unit heads to identify industry trends that may be addressed through competency programming and advanced scope of practice.
- Work with relevant SCPP Committees.
- In conjunction with the Director, will work in collaboration with complaints, field operation and the policy and legislation unit.
- Respond to inquiries from the public, stakeholders, and licensed members, as appropriate.
- As an Inspector, reviewing concerns and if appropriate, resolving them outside of the formal complaints process. This includes gathering and reviewing information, reporting findings, identifying and directing interventions, and making internal referrals as necessary.
Miscellaneous:
- Maintain current knowledge of trends, events or occurrences related to pharmacy practice, quality improvement, scope of practice, the Canadian and Saskatchewan healthcare systems, and the competency of pharmacy professionals, and keep the Director of Competency Assurance informed of same.
- Assist the U of S College of Pharmacy and Nutrition and Saskatchewan Polytechnic, in the education of students with respect to competency and advanced scope issues, if and as requested.
- Create and contribute content for newsletter articles.
- Assist in the development or amendment of forms, resource materials or tools, as necessary.
- In conjunction with the Director of Competency Assurance, contribute to the annual report, and other reports as required.
Key Competencies Adherence to Professional and Ethical Standards:
- Always conducts themselves professionally and ethically.
- Observes privacy and confidentiality policies.
Effective Communication:
- Clearly and concisely communicates information in written form and orally.
- Has excellent presentation skills, with a high degree of professionalism.
Organization of Work:
- Plans and balances diverse and conflicting workload pressures to prioritize and accomplish assigned tasks within established timeframes.
- Works independently and/or participates to achieve common goals and contributes to a positive work workplace.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Fosters a cooperative and collaborative work environment and engages in a collegial and professional manner with others.
- Has a high level of integrity, diplomacy, and discretion.
- Has high degree of emotional intelligence and self-awareness
- Is an exceptional problem-solver and decision-maker.
- Employs clear and systematic thought processes that demonstrate good professional judgment and common sense.
- Effectively builds trust and relationships with others.
Administrative:
- Proficient in computer skills and applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database systems.
- Seeks opportunities to innovate and uses technology to advance operations.
Position Requirements
- Post-Secondary Degree in Pharmacy;
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in pharmacy practice;
- Registered and licensed with SCPP and in good standing, or eligible for licensure;
- Familiar with the interpretation and application of pharmacy-related legislation, regulations, and standards; and
- Holds a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan driver’s license.
Please send your cover letter and resume to:
[email protected] Application Deadline: August 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Education
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- work: 5 years (preferred)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Regina, SK S4N 7M5
📌 Complaints InvestigatorCompetency and Quality Assurance Facilitator/Inspector (Regina)
🏢 Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals
📍 Regina