Clinical Pharmacist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a Clinical Pharmacist dedicated to patient safety and quality improvement. This role involves providing clinical pharmacy services, resolving drug therapy issues, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work independently, ensuring the highest standards of pharmaceutical care. This position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to $15,000 signing bonus

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist with residency training or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work independently and in a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
• Ensure patient safety and quality improvement.

Skills

Drug therapy problem resolution

Clinical knowledge application

Independent work

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Self-direction and organization

Teaching ability

Computer software proficiency

Physical and emotional capability

Education

Licensed by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Residency

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time: 7:30/4pm or 8:30/5pm and as per operational needs

Days Off: Rotating

Vacancy Type: Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $51.37 - $64.19

Paid FTE: 1

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 75

Planned Start Date: Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check): Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Pharmacy Site Coordinator or designate and under the supervision of the Site and/or Clinical Coordinator, the Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for providing clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care for the majority of the time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Licensed by, or eligible for licensing by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia. Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Residency or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to identify and resolve drug therapy problems.
• Ability to apply clinical knowledge and make sound decisions with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, other health practitioners, as well as patients and family members.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the Employer's primary language of business both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to be self-directed, to organize and prioritize workload and to complete tasks with accuracy, precision and dependability.
• Ability to teach.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including utilizing a variety of standard computerized office software applications.
• Ability to physically and emotionally carry out the duties of the position.

This position is eligible for up to a $15,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!