Pharmacist

Joseph Brant Hospital & Foundation; Burlington; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington, Ontario is seeking a Pharmacist to join the Pharmacy department. The role involves medication management, order entry in Meditech, rounds participation, and collaboration with prescribers to optimize drug therapy.

The successful candidate will hold a PharmD or BSc in Pharmacy, be in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and have strong patient-centered care and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy from an accredited university (required).
• Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, Part A, in good standing (required).
• Hospital pharmacy residency preferred.
• Meditech experience an asset.
• Previous hospital experience an asset.
• Patient-centred with attention to details.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.
• Committed to service excellence and patient safety.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and accurate medication management and pharmaceutical care services.
• Enter medication orders into Meditech, participate in rounds, review medication profiles, and collaborate with prescribers to resolve drug therapy issues.
• Serve as a resource for medication questions and maintain confidentiality and privacy standards.

Skills

PharmD/Pharmacy degree

Ontario licensure

Hospital pharmacy

Meditech

Microsoft Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy / PharmD

Tools

Meditech

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Number: 248477-67

Position Available: Pharmacist

Status: Regular Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Department: Pharmacy

Union: Non-Union

Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call

Rate of Pay: $48.21/hr - $64.50/hr

Posting Date: August 28, 2026

Closing Date: September 4, 2026

About Joseph Brant Hospital

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.

JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Pharmacy Services, you will work collaboratively with the pharmacy team, clinical teams and physician partners to provide safe and accurate medication management and pharmaceutical care services

Duties include, but not limited to, medication order entry into Meditech, attending clinical rounds, medication profile review, work with prescribers to identify and resolve any drug therapy issues, act as a resource for medication related questions for prescribers, clinical teams (e.g. nurses, allied health) and pharmacy technicians, Identify and follow up on adverse reactions and medication incidents, maintain JBH confidentiality and privacy standards at all times, follow the Pharmacist Standards of Practice as outlined by the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited university (required)
• Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, Part A, in good standing (required)
• Hospital pharmacy residency preferred
• Meditech computer experience an asset
• Previous hospital experience an asset
• Patient centred with attention to details
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
• Committed to service excellence and patient safety
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Professional Affiliations

• Ontario College of Pharmacists (mandatory).
• Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists (preferred)
• Ontario Pharmacists’ Association (preferred).

Please Note

Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [e-mail] or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

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