Clinical Pharmacist - (214282)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Clinical Pharmacist dedicated to enhancing patient safety and pharmaceutical care. This role involves providing clinical pharmacy services while working closely with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical knowledge, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently. If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist with residency training or equivalent experience.
• Strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Ability to identify and resolve drug therapy problems

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to establish working relationships

Proficiency in operating related equipment

Education

Licensed by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Residency

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 in 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 capable of prioritizing workload and completing tasks accurately and dependably.
• Ability to teach.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment and using standard computerized office software applications.
• Physical and emotional capability to perform duties of the position.

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