Pharmacist

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation hospital in Niagara Region is seeking a Director of Pharmacy and Quality Improvement to enhance patient care. This temporary full-time position involves providing clinical pharmacy services, collaborating in a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, alongside strong communication and conflict management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required; Pharm D is an asset.
• Current registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services to optimize patient outcomes.
• Conduct medication reviews and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Direct patient-centered care in a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy services

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Conflict management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Pharm D

Tools

Oracle Cerner

Windows Operating System

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Director, Pharmacy and Quality Improvement

As the only rehabilitation hospital in the Niagara Region, Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre provides specialized post-acute hospital care and exceptional clinical outcomes through inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation and complex care programs. Our interprofessional team utilizes state of the art equipment to restore health, rebuild lives, and renew hope providing the highest quality of compassionate care to every patient. Hotel Dieu Shaver is where careers begin and flourish.

Position Type : Temporary Full-Time

Hourly Rate of Pay : $48.21 to $64.50 per hour

Pharmacy Dept. plays a critical role in ensuring safe drug distribution and optimum clinical care to our patients in compliance with the legal, regulatory and accreditation standards. As a part of pharmacy team and a key member of multidisciplinary team, Pharmacist is responsible for the provision of pharmaceutical care and range of clinical services to our patients, and provide medication related consultations and education to the patients, staff and care providers.

This position reports to the Director of Pharmacy and Quality Improvement.

Responsibilities

Includes, but not limited to :

• Responsible for the provision of clinical pharmacy services with the purpose of optimizing outcomes to improve the patients’ quality of life
• Direct patient-centered care in partnership with patients / family in a multi-disciplinary team environment to address drug therapy issues
• Perform medication and polypharmacy reviews, participate in quality improvement activities, adverse event reporting, provide drug information and promote evidence-based practices
• Order entry and verification using critical thinking and expertise to provide therapeutic check for safe drug distribution in Oracle Cerner Computer Provider Order Entry (CPOE) environment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy is required, Pharm D an asset
• Current registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required – Part A
• Previous hospital experience, preferred. Relevant advance certification or Master’s degree qualification will be an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, and, as a member of a team
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize a consistent and varied workload
• Ability to direct and teach staff
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills required, in order to facilitate effective communication with patients, peers, other health care providers, and volunteers
• Demonstrated ability to identify, prevent and resolve drug related problems
• Good understanding of change management; must be able to identify change needs and proactively act on those needs
• Effective negotiation and conflict management / resolution skills required. Excellent attendance and discipline free record required
• Working knowledge of use of computers and information technology (e.g. Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office), hospital / Pharmacy information system and closed loop medication management systems is required
• Prior experience with Oracle Cerner, automated packager PACMED and PACVISION, Medidose, BD Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets is preferred
• Evidence of good performance history and attendance record
• Proficiency in both official languages (English and French) will be considered an asset.

At HDS we believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes informed decisions, drives innovation, and delivers the best care for our patients. We are dedicated to fostering a positive culture where individuals of all backgrounds and identities feel empowered, respected and included. HDS values equity and an inclusive culture and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse team where everyone is welcome.

If you are interested in serving our community in an environment of holistic and compassionate care and would like to join our team, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter.

Mail

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre

Human Resources Department

541 Glenridge Avenue

St. Catharines, ON L2T 4C2

Fax : [phone]

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request throughout the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their reply and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted by the Human Resources Department.

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