Clinical Pharmacist (On-Call) – Hospital Pharmacy

Fraser Health Authority; Surrey; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 94,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Fraser Health Authority in British Columbia is seeking casual, on-call Pharmacists to support Lower Mainland facilities including Surrey. You will interpret orders, assess prescriptions and ensure safe dispensing in a hospital setting.

Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia is required. The role offers opportunities for ward rounds, collaboration with physicians and nurses, and involvement in medication safety initiatives to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia is required.
• Experience dispensing medications in a hospital setting is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses and health care team.
• Knowledge of medication safety initiatives and quality control.
• Capability to participate in ward rounds and patient care planning.

Responsibilities

• Interpret medication orders and dispense medications using a computerized system.
• Assess prescriptions for therapeutic suitability and potential risks.
• Communicate with prescribers and care team to clarify prescriptions.
• Obtain medication histories and assist with reconciliation.
• Ensure accurate dispensing, labeling and documentation of medications.
• Provide medication counselling to patients and families as required.
• Participate in medication safety initiatives and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Medication dispensing

Interprofessional communication

Ward rounds

Patient counseling

Medication safety

Education

Pharmacist registration with BC College of Pharmacists

Tools

Medication information system

Job description

Fraser Health Authority in British Columbia is seeking casual, on-call Pharmacists to support Lower Mainland facilities including Surrey. You will interpret orders, assess prescriptions and ensure safe dispensing in a hospital setting.

Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia is required. The role offers opportunities for ward rounds, collaboration with physicians and nurses, and involvement in medication safety initiatives to improve patient outcomes.