Clinical Pharmacist, Primary Care

White Spot; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join the Primary Care department in Kitimat. The role involves delivering comprehensive pharmacy services within a dynamic team environment, focusing on patient care and medication management. Candidates should be registered with the College of Pharmacists and have relevant patient care experience. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training opportunities

Spectacular outdoor activities

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years recent relevant patient care experience.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services and medication management.
• Work with an interprofessional team and resolve drug therapy problems.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Data integration

Patient-centered care

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Experience in a team-based primary care setting

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Clinical Pharmacist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Primary Care department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health and reporting to the Pharmacy Operations Lead, Primary and Long-Term Care, this position provides clinical pharmacy services to patients of the primary care network. As a member of an interprofessional team, this position works directly with patients to identify and resolve actual and potential drug therapy problems through comprehensive medication management.

Position covers Kitimat/Haisla Primary Care Network.

Primary Care Networks are partnerships between the Divisions of Family Practice representing BC's family physicians, regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), and local community partners, along with other community providers such as nurse practitioners. All partners work together in their communities to redesign BC's primary and community care system for better patient and provider experiences.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days - 08:30 to 16:30, Rotating
Flexibility to adjust workdays and hours upon applicant's request, provided it aligns with client needs, operational requirements, and maintains the posted Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

Kitimat

Set in a beautiful ocean, mountain, and valley paradise, Kitimat is located on the Douglas Channel near British Columbia's inside passage. Built in the 1950s, it is one of BC's youngest coastal communities with industries including aluminum, pulp and paper, and petrochemicals. The population is approximately 8,236. The community features elementary, secondary, and post-secondary schools. Check out Kitimat, where there is always something new to experience.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for employees; casuals can opt to pay for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and short commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs through federal and BC government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application, upload the following:

• Registration number (if regulated).
• Supporting documents for education/qualifications, such as program certificates, diplomas, transcripts.
• It is recommended to include a cover letter and resume.

International Applicants: Before applying, review steps on our Northern Health careers page.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
• Minimum 2 years recent, relevant patient care experience, ideally in a team-based primary care setting or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, including clinical and diagnostic reasoning.
• Ability to teach patients and others both individually and in groups.
• Use of current research evidence to support practice decisions.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, medical staff, and team members.
• Data integration, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Promotion of patient-centered care and cultural sensitivity.
• Organization, time management, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to foster staff morale, innovation, and professional development.
• Proficiency with electronic health records, data analysis, and related technology.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Who we are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 sq km, serving over 300,000 people in numerous communities and First Nations. Employing over 7,000 staff, we provide hospital and community health services with various career opportunities across hospitals, long-term care, and specialized clinics.