Pharmacist

Guelph General Hospital; Guelph; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

HOOPP with employer contributions

Education assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Guelph General Hospital in Ontario is seeking a licensed hospital pharmacist to join our Pharmacy Department. You will integrate with clinical care teams, support medication management, and participate in interdisciplinary rounds to optimize patient outcomes.

We offer professional development, education support, HOOPP, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work culture that values safety, learning, and exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Part A with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Bachelor of Science or PharmD degree in Pharmacy.
• Three years hospital pharmacy experience and/OR completion of a Hospital Residency is preferred.
• Experience with Meditech and medication order scanning systems preferred.
• Demonstrated intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, along with a familiarity with database manipulation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong coaching, teaching and mentoring skills to provide comprehensive leadership to an inter-disciplinary team.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving and autonomous decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently and as a team member in a fast paced, challenging environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, families, colleagues and physicians

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Leadership/mentoring

Critical thinking

Autonomous decision making

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

PharmD degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Meditech

Medication order scanning systems

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)

Job description

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community.

Everything we do is grounded in our values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired. If you are seeking meaningful work in an organization where your contributions truly matter to patients, colleagues, and the broader community, you have come to the right place.

Current Shifts:All Shifts (Approx. Dec 2026-Jun 2027)

Position Summary:

The Pharmacy Department provides medication management services to the entire hospital including drug distribution and clinical pharmacy support. The Pharmacists function within all clinical care teams, including Critical Care, Medicine, Surgery and Oncology. The progressive pharmacy department has a commitment to patient care, patient safety and continuous learning.

The Pharmacist collaborates with multidisciplinary teams within the hospital in the provision and management of medications to achieve optimal patient outcomes and ensure maximum patient and staff safety. The Pharmacist continually monitors and identifies medication related issues and makes recommendations to maximize patient drug therapy, improve quality of life, decrease length of stay (maximize cost-effective pharmacotherapy) and minimize adverse drug effects and drug interactions. Pharmacists participate in a variety of clinical services and on interdisciplinary committees, as well as mentor students.

In this role, you will:

• Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow through a generous professional development program, including our education assistance fund and in-house learning initiatives
• Have access to a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation, health and dental benefits, short- and long-term disability coverage, and membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), with employer contributions matched at 126%.
• Be part of an organization that is deeply committed to the well being, safety, and psychological health of its workforce
• Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through meaningful action
• Collaborate with a team of highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals united by a shared purpose

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Guelph, known as The Royal City, offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals and their families.

• Expansive trails, rivers, and green spaces that support an active, outdoor lifestyle year-round
• A vibrant arts, culture, and music scene with nationally and internationally recognized events
• Diverse restaurants, cafés, and local craft breweries
• One of Ontario’s strongest and fastest growing economies
• Excellent education options, including both a university and college
• A welcoming, inclusive community with diverse cultures and centres of faith

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:

• Licensed in Part A with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Bachelor of Science or PharmD degree in Pharmacy
• Three years hospital pharmacy experience and/OR completion of a Hospital Residency is preferred
• Experience with Meditech and medication order scanning systems preferred
• Demonstrated intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, along with a familiarity with database manipulation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong coaching, teaching and mentoring skills to provide comprehensive leadership to an inter-disciplinary team
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving and autonomous decision-making skills
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently and as a team member in a fast paced, challenging environment
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, families, colleagues and physicians

Ready to Make a Difference?

This job posting is for a vacancy currently available. The hiring process can include the use of AI-enabled systems for administrative and candidate management purposes.

Guelph General Hospital is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to providing a respectful, safe, and supportive environment for all employees, free from discrimination and harassment.