Clinical Pharmacist

Interior Health Authority; Kamloops; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking a qualified Clinical Pharmacist for Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC. This full-time relief position involves providing clinical pharmacy services in acute care and residential settings, focusing on patient-centered care.

The Pharmacist will monitor drug safety and effectiveness, offer expert advice, and maintain meticulous documentation. Interior Health promotes a diverse workforce and values well-being, making this a dynamic opportunity in a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical pharmacy services in acute and residential care.
• Ability to conduct personalized treatment assessments.
• Strong communication skills with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical pharmacy services in acute and residential settings.
• Monitor drug prescribing and ensure safety and efficacy.
• Maintain accurate workload records and documentation.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy expertise

Patient-centered care

Medication monitoring

Drug information resource

Education

PharmD or equivalent

Job description

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Clinical Pharmacist to join our Royal Inland Hospital Pharmacy Team in Kamloops, BC. If Pharmacy is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About The Job

As a pivotal member of our multidisciplinary team, the Clinical Pharmacist delivers exceptional clinical pharmacy services in both acute care and residential care settings. Your role involves personalized treatment assessments, serving as the primary drug information resource, and offering expert advice to healthcare professionals. You'll meticulously monitor drug prescribing, distribution, and therapy to ensure their safe, effective, and economical use.

Embracing a patient-centered approach, you'll oversee ongoing drug therapy, assessing factors like effectiveness, compliance, adverse reactions, and interactions. Your responsibilities include maintaining accurate workload records, communicating vital findings and recommendations to the healthcare team, and ensuring meticulous documentation in patient health records or computerized systems. Additionally, you'll interpret medication orders, input them into the database, and dispense prescriptions in strict adherence to legal, professional, and departmental standards. Join us in making a difference in patient care through your expertise and commitment to excellence.

This is a Relief Full Time (1.00) opportunity, working rotating day and evening shifts until return of incumbent.

About this Location

Kamloops is where big skies, rugged landscapes, and city life come together.

This vibrant city is an outdoor lover's dream, with skiing at Sun Peaks in winter and hiking, biking, and golf in the warmer months.

The community’s downtown is full of life, from local eateries and unique shops to colorful street art and lively festivals. Whether you want to explore a market, sample local wines or catch a performance, there’s something for everyone in Kamloops.