Pharmacist

Joseph Brant Hospital; Burlington; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington, Ontario, is seeking a Pharmacist to join the Pharmacy Services team. You will collaborate with clinicians and prescribers to ensure safe medication management, participate in rounds, and address drug therapy issues while upholding patient safety and confidentiality.

The role requires a Pharmacy degree (PharmD or BSc) and licensure with the Ontario College of Pharmacists; hospital experience is an asset.

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 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

• 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 entering medication orders into Meditech, attending clinical rounds, reviewing medication profiles, and working with prescribers to resolve drug therapy issues.
• Act as a resource for medication related questions for prescribers, clinical teams and pharmacy technicians.
• Identify and follow up on adverse reactions and medication incidents, maintain JBH confidentiality and privacy standards.
• Follow the Pharmacist Standards of Practice as outlined by the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Multitasking under pressure

Attention to detail

Patient safety

Education

BSc Pharmacy

PharmD

Ontario Pharmacist Registration Part A

Hospital pharmacy residency

Tools

Meditech

Job description

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)

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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