Clinical Consultant Pharmacist - Continuing Care Specialty Pharmacy, Lethbridge

Mypharmacare; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in specialty pharmacy services is seeking a dedicated Clinical Consultant Pharmacist for their Lethbridge location. In this pivotal role, you will ensure continuity of care for clients by collaborating with healthcare professionals in long-term care and supportive living environments. Your expertise will be crucial in performing clinical pharmacy activities, medication reviews, and providing educational support. This position offers the flexibility of part-time or full-time hours based on your availability, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Registered pharmacist in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy.
• Experience in Long Term Care/Assisted Living Pharmacy is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services in alignment with Continuing Care Service Standards.
• Develop collaborative practice networks with healthcare providers.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Medication Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Pharmacy Degree

Registered with Alberta College of Pharmacy

Tools

Computer Software for Pharmacy Management

Job description

Clinical Consultant Pharmacist - Continuing Care Specialty Pharmacy, Lethbridge

Job Category: Pharmacy

Requisition Number: CLINI005795

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• Posted: April 24, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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CareRx
Lethbridge, AB T1H7A3, CAN

Description

About CareRx Corporation

CareRx is Canada’s leading provider of specialty pharmacy services to seniors. We serve more than 96,000 residents in over 1,600 seniors and other communities, including long-term care homes, retirement homes, assisted living facilities, and group homes. We are a national organization with a large network of pharmacy fulfillment centres, enabling us to deliver medications in a timely and cost-effective manner. We actively collaborate with our home operator partners to promote resident health, staff education, and medication system quality and efficiency.

Whether you excel in dispensary, clinical settings, office environments, or on the road, we have a place for you.

Position Summary:

The Clinical Consultant Pharmacist is responsible for maintaining continuity of care for clients through collaboration with onsite physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers at long-term care, supportive living, and other congregate living communities. This position can be either part-time or full-time depending on the applicant's availability. The role involves completing clinical pharmacy activities in accordance with the Continuing Care Health Service Standards, site policies, internal CareRx policies, and the Ministerial Order for Clinical Pharmacy Services.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Act as the main representative for our contracted operators
• Provide clinical pharmacy services to patients in alignment with Continuing Care Service Standards, Site Policy, Internal Policies, and the Ministerial Order of Clinical Pharmacy Services
• Perform annual and quarterly medication reviews, hospital discharge medication reconciliation, Tamiflu prophylaxis prescribing, etc.
• Develop collaborative practice networks with physicians, nursing staff, healthcare aides, case managers, and other healthcare providers
• Provide educational in-services as needed
• Follow and adhere to internal policies and processes established by the Clinical Department
• Submit clinical service documentation to the clinical administration department within 48 hours of completion
• Maintain patient and employee confidentiality according to organizational policies and legal obligations
• Support best practices in medication management processes
• Adhere to safety standards and guidelines specific to the organization and department
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, other health practitioners, patients, and family members
• Assist operational activities by supporting service delivery, site-pharmacy communication, and ensuring continuity of care
• Coordinate payments on account when necessary
• Provide on-call services within the team rotation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Registered and in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy
• Experience in Long Term Care/Assisted Living Pharmacy is an asset
• Authorization to administer drugs by injection
• Proven ability to advance clinical assessment and documentation processes
• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with healthcare providers, patients, and families
• Self-directed, organized, and capable of prioritizing tasks with accuracy and dependability
• Willingness to travel within the Edmonton area (vehicle required)

Qualities for Success:

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Independent and team-oriented work capabilities
• Customer service focus
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Application Process:

CareRx encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must pass background screening (which may include Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit Check, Driver’s Abstract, Education Verification, and Professional Registration) after an employment offer is extended and accepted.