Pharmacist - Clinical Pharmacy

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Antigonish; On-site; CAD 6,808,000 - 8,719,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority in Eastern Zone is seeking a Pharmacist to ensure safe, effective drug therapy across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will supervise staff, oversee distribution systems, and provide clinical pharmacy services including drug regimen reviews and teaching.

The role requires NS licensure, a PharmD or BSc in Pharmacy, BLS, and strong communication. Residency and French language skills are assets. 75 hours biweekly; permanent full-time with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or an entry level Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy from a CCAPP (or similar standard) accredited university required.
• Completion of a Pharmacy residency program preferred.
• Licensed to practice Pharmacy in the Province of Nova Scotia.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• Minimum two years’ experience in clinical practice in a hospital pharmacy setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of drugs and therapeutics.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to make accurate and timely recommendations regarding safe and cost-effective use of drugs.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inpatient and outpatient drug distribution systems and ensure safe drug therapy.
• Supervise pharmacy support staff.
• Provide drug regimen review, medication reconciliation and pharmacokinetic monitoring.
• Deliver individual and group patient medication teaching and drug information.
• Participate in rounds, discharge medication calendars, and counsel patients.
• Make therapeutic recommendations to the medical team and support training of Pharmacy Students.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Communication skills

Pharmacology knowledge

French language (asset)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD

Licensed to practice in Nova Scotia

Pharmacy residency program (preferred)

BLS certification

Job description

Req ID: 211751

Location: Eastern Zone, St. Martha's Regional Hospital

Department: OPEZ PHARM COV Pharm INPTS CNS

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1

Union: CUPE Healthcare Position

Posting Closing Date: 25-Sep-26

About The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Clinical Pharmacy Services, the Pharmacist is responsible to ensure safe and effective drug therapy by participating in and overseeing drug distribution systems (inpatient and outpatient), supervising pharmacy support staff and identifying and resolving drug-related problems. The Pharmacist provides clinical pharmacy services including drug regimen review, medication reconciliation, pharmacokinetic monitoring, individual and group patient medication teaching, drug information and educational programs. Pharmacists work on selected medical services, participate in medical rounds, provide discharge medication calendars and counselling to patients and make therapeutic recommendations to the medical team. The Pharmacist may be required to participate in the orientation and training of Pharmacy Students and other hospital personnel.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or an entry level Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy from a CCAPP (or similar standard) accredited university required
• Completion of a Pharmacy residency program preferred
• Licensed to practice Pharmacy in the Province of Nova Scotia
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• Minimum two years’ experience in clinical practice in a hospital pharmacy setting preferred
• Strong knowledge of drugs and therapeutics
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to make accurate and timely recommendations regarding safe and cost-effective use of drugs
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation And Benefits

$49.42 - $63.29 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.