CLINICAL PHARMACIST, PRIMARY CARE

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Municipal pension plan

Four weeks of vacation after one year

Moving expense support

Job summary

Northern Health in Terrace, BC is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to provide comprehensive medication management within our Primary Care network. You will work with an interprofessional team to review, optimize, and monitor patient therapy, identifying drug therapy problems and applying evidence-based care.

Responsibilities include conducting initial and ongoing patient assessments, educating patients, and collaborating with physicians and other health professionals to ensure safe, effective

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
• Minimum 2 years of recent patient-care experience.
• Experience in team-based primary care setting preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and access to vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services to primary care network patients.
• Identify and resolve drug therapy problems through medication management.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team and patients.
• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Apply current research to support professional practice decisions.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Patient assessments

Interprofessional collaboration

Patient education

Evidence-based practice

Time management

Education

BC Pharmacists Registration

Tools

EHR systems

Windows-based programs

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 established mission, vision, values and strategic priorities of the 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 provision of comprehensive medication management.

Coast Mountain Primary Care Network area includes Terrace, Nisga’a, Stewart and Tahltan/Stikine.

Primary Care Networks are partnerships between the Divisions of Family Practice representing BC’s family physicians, the regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and local community partners, along with other community providers such as nurse practitioners. All partners are working together in their local communities and collectively to redesign B.C.’s primary and community care system so that it works better for patients and health-care providers.

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 clients needs, operational requirements and maintains the posted Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia and a minimum 2 years recent, related patient care experience, ideally in a team based primary care setting or equivalent.
• A valid Class 5 drivers’ licence and access to a personal vehicle for business related purposes.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.
• Ability to teach patients and others both one-on-one and in groups.
• Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, the public, medical staff and members of the interdisciplinary team using verbal, written, computer communication means. Ability to effectively apply conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively. Applies the problem-solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making skills using a systems approach.
• Ability to promote patient-centred care that demonstrates care for and with patients and families, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, patient advocacy and social justice concerns.
• Ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interprofessional team and collaborates across disciplines.
• Promotes staff morale, engagement, and empowerment. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovation, implementation of policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of patient care.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Electronic Health/Medical Records and Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e‑mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working

Facility

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Ksyen Regional Hospital.

Community

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Terrace.

More about Northern Health

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as program certificates or diplomas, high school, college, or university transcripts, cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants