Clinical Pharmacist - (214281)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist dedicated to patient safety and quality improvement. This role involves providing essential clinical pharmacy services and working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal pharmaceutical care. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical knowledge, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently while fostering collaborative relationships. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about enhancing patient care and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist in British Columbia with residency completion.
• Ability to identify drug therapy problems and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for patient safety.

Skills

Drug Therapy Problem Resolution

Clinical Knowledge Application

Independent Work

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Teaching Ability

Organizational Skills

Education

Licensed by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Accredited Pharmacy Residency

Tools

Computerized Office Software

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 shared responsibility. Continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in 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.

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 minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, other health practitioners, patients, and family members.
• Effective communication skills in the primary language of the employer, both verbally and in writing.
• Self-directed, organized, and able to prioritize workload, completing tasks accurately, precisely, and reliably.
• Ability to teach.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment and utilizing standard computerized office software applications.
• Physical and emotional capability to perform duties of the position.

For more details, refer to the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD3083.pdf