Pharmacist

Interior Health Authority; Penticton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to join their vibrant team in Penticton. This role is perfect for those passionate about pharmacy and eager to contribute to a fast-paced healthcare environment. You will play a crucial role in ensuring medication safety and efficacy while collaborating with healthcare professionals. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive wages, generous vacation, and employer-paid health benefits. Experience the stunning Okanagan Valley and its vibrant lifestyle while making a difference in the community. Ready to embark on a fulfilling journey? Apply today!

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer-paid training and education opportunities

Generous vacation entitlement

Employer-paid health benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift premiums

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Experience in interpreting medication orders and prescriptions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and compounding medications accurately and efficiently.
• Participating in medication use evaluations and safety initiatives.

Skills

Pharmacy Services

Medication Management

Communication Skills

Clinical Drug Trials

Education

Pharmacy Degree

Job description

Interior Health Pharmacist Opportunity - Penticton, BC

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Pharmacist to join our Penticton Regional Hospital Pharmacy Team in Penticton, BC. If pharmacy is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible, and motivated individual interested in working in a fast-paced environment, apply today!

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We promote well-being and work-life balance within our team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our goal of enhancing the health and well-being of everyone in the Interior Health region, from our employees to the populations we serve.

What We Offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer-paid training and education opportunities
• Generous vacation entitlement
• Employer-paid health benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift premiums
• Competitive wages

About The Job

Pharmacists play a vital role in healthcare, providing essential pharmacy services. Responsibilities include interpreting medication orders and prescriptions, assessing therapeutic suitability, and ensuring medications are dispensed, compounded, and labeled accurately and efficiently.

You will communicate with healthcare professionals and patients to resolve prescription issues, provide medication instructions, and participate in medication use evaluations, safety initiatives, quality control activities, and clinical drug trials. All activities must comply with legal, professional, and departmental standards.

This is a permanent part-time position (O.53) working rotating day shifts.

About This Location

Penticton, situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, offers a stunning lakefront setting and vibrant outdoor lifestyle. Known for Okanagan Lake and Skaha Lake, it is ideal for water sports and beach days in summer, with surrounding mountains perfect for hiking, biking, and skiing in winter.

The city is renowned for its wine region, with numerous wineries offering tastings and tours year-round. Its lively arts scene, delicious local food, and welcoming community make Penticton a wonderful place to live and work.

Join our team to experience why we are one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and B.C.'s Top Employers. Explore our benefits, career growth opportunities, and the lifestyle in one of Canada's most beautiful regions. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply today!