Clinical Pharmacist - Continuing Care Specialty Pharmacy (Temporary 13 month)

Power Recruitment; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment firm is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to provide clinical pharmacy services in Calgary. Candidates must be registered with the Alberta College of Pharmacy and have experience in Long Term Care. The role includes managing medication reviews and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered and in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy.
• Ability to travel within the Edmonton area as required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main representative for contracted operators.
• Provide clinical pharmacy services aligning with standards.
• Perform annual and quarterly medication reviews.
• Create collaborative practice networks with healthcare providers.
• Provide educational in-services when required.
• Submit clinical service documents within 48 hours.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skills

Registered and in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy

Long Term Care/Assisted Living Pharmacy experience

Excellent computer knowledge

Ability to establish effective working relationships

Ability to manage changing priorities

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to be self-directed

Customer service oriented

Job description

Clinical Pharmacist - Continuing Care Specialty Pharmacy (Temporary 13 month)

Job Openings Clinical Pharmacist - Continuing Care Specialty Pharmacy (Temporary 13 month)

About the job Clinical Pharmacist - Continuing Care Specialty Pharmacy (Temporary 13 month)

We are currently seeking applicants for a Clinical Pharmacistposition to assist our client. We welcome you to submit your application, if you are interested.

Your Day to Day:

• 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 Polices and the Ministerial Order of Clinical Pharmacy Services
• Perform annual and quarterly medication reviews, hospital discharge medication reconciliation, Tamiflu prophylaxis prescribing, etc.
• Create collaborative practice networks with physicians, nursing staff, health care aides, case managers and other healthcare providers
• Provide educational in-services when required
• Follow and adhere to internal policy and processes established by the Clinical Department
• Submit clinical service documents to the clinical administration department within 48 hours of completion
• Maintain patient and employee confidentiality in accordance to organizational policy and professional / legal obligations
• Support best practice medication management processes
• Adheres to organization and department specific safety standards and guidelines
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, other health practitioners, as well as patients and family members.
• Aid in operational activities through coordinated service delivery, supporting site to pharmacy communications, and ensuring continuity of care for patients.
• Assist in the coordination of payments on account when necessary
• Provide on call services within the team rotation
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Bring to The Team:

• Registered and in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy
• Long Term Care/Assisted Living Pharmacy experience an asset
• Authorization to Administer Drugs by Injection
• Provide evidence of advancing processes for clinical assessment and documentation
• Excellent computer knowledge
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, other health practitioners, as well as patients and family members
• Ability to be self-directed, to organize and prioritize workload and to complete tasks with accuracy, precision and dependability
• Ability to travel within the Edmonton area as required (vehicle required)

Qualities for Success:

• Ability to manage changing priorities
• Ability to work independently, and as a member of a team
• Customer service oriented
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time-management skills