Hospital Pharmacist: Clinical Research & Patient Care

Nova Scotia Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Pharmacist for a temporary long-assignment in Halifax. You will participate in inpatient/outpatient pharmaceutical care as part of an interdisciplinary team, counsel patients, monitor therapies, and mentor students.

The role supports drug information and clinical trials, with emphasis on patient safety and education. Requirements include a recognized PharmD, NS regulator eligibility, BLS, and hospital-based experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized School of Pharmacy.
• Eligible for Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator registration.
• Hospital pharmacy residency or equivalent patient care experience (min 2 years).
• BLS certification required.
• Strong teaching and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct pharmaceutical care to inpatients/outpatients as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Counsel patients, monitor medications and support drug information activities.
• Mentor students and conduct drug utilization reviews.
• Collaborate with Community Pharmacists and support clinical trials.

Skills

Patient counseling

Medication monitoring

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Time management

Critical appraisal

Education

Pharmacy degree

NSPR registration eligible

Hospital pharmacy residency or 2+ years experience

BLS certification

Job description

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Pharmacist for a temporary long-assignment in Halifax. You will participate in inpatient/outpatient pharmaceutical care as part of an interdisciplinary team, counsel patients, monitor therapies, and mentor students.

The role supports drug information and clinical trials, with emphasis on patient safety and education. Requirements include a recognized PharmD, NS regulator eligibility, BLS, and hospital-based experience.