Clinical Pharmacist

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist to join their team. This entry-level position focuses on delivering exceptional clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care, ensuring patient safety is at the forefront of operations. The ideal candidate will possess a valid license or eligibility for licensing in British Columbia and have completed an accredited pharmacy residency. This role offers the opportunity to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health care team, making a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you are passionate about improving health care quality and safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist or eligible for licensing in British Columbia.
• Completion of an accredited pharmacy residency or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
• Work under supervision to ensure patient safety and quality care.

Skills

Drug therapy problem resolution

Clinical decision making

Independent work

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Self-direction and organization

Teaching ability

Computer software proficiency

Physical and emotional resilience

Education

Licensed by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Residency

Job description

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.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care