Pharmacists perform some or all of the following duties:

• Review prescriptions for accuracy and appropriateness of dosage
• Compound and dispense prescribed medications
• Provide patient counselling on drug usage, interactions, and side effects
• Maintain patient medication records and controlled-substance registries
• Ensure proper storage and handling of pharmaceuticals and vaccines
• Manage pharmacy inventory and procurement
• Renew prescriptions and adapt treatment plans where authorized
• Supervise pharmacy technicians, assistants, and support staff
• Participate in drug research, development, and clinical trials (industrial roles)
• Ensure regulatory compliance in pharmaceutical production and distribution

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• A university degree in pharmacy is required.
• Completion of supervised practical training is required.
• Certification and licensing by the provincial or territorial regulatory authority is mandatory.
• Licensure is required in all provinces and territories before independent practice.
• Knowledge of pharmacology, drug interactions, and patient-care practices is essential.
• Experience in hospital pharmacy, clinical care, or community pharmacy improves job prospects.
• Opportunities exist for pharmacy ownership or partnership in retail settings.
• Expanded prescribing authority in many provinces increases scope of practice and career growth.