Pharmacist - Emerging and Re-Emerging Infections (ERI) Pharmacy Consult Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Halifax is seeking a Pharmacist to deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care as part of an interdisciplinary team. This role involves patient counseling, medication monitoring, and supporting clinical research initiatives. Candidates should be graduates from a recognized School of Pharmacy and eligible for NSPR registration. A competitive hourly wage is offered along with a benefits package.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator (NSPR).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required.
• Valid NSPR Injection permit is necessary.
• Knowledge of medication patient safety therapeutics is essential.
• Experience in critical appraisal of scientific literature is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to inpatients and outpatients.
• Conduct drug utilization reviews and provide drug information.
• Contribute to the STI Care Now Program and liaise with Community Pharmacists.
• Participate in clinical pharmacy research and advancement of therapeutic practices.

Skills

Patient counseling

Medication monitoring

Teaching ability

Effective communication

Experience as part of a healthcare team

Education

Graduate of a recognized School of Pharmacy

Completion of a Hospital pharmacy residency program

Job description

Req ID: 212186

Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII

Department: PHAR SVS EMER/REEMERG INFE TPI-CNS

Type of Employment: Temporary, Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1

Position: NSGEU Healthcare Position

Posting Closing Date: 18-Nov-25

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high‑quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work‑life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Under the direct supervision of the Manager, Clinical Services, the Pharmacist will play a key role in providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to inpatients and outpatients as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. The Pharmacist’s responsibilities include patient counseling, medication monitoring, mentoring pharmacy students, conducting drug utilization reviews, and providing education and evidence‑based drug information. The primary role is contributing to the STI Care Now Program and involves direct patient care and serving as a liaison with Community Pharmacists and Public Health. In addition, the Pharmacist will participate in clinical pharmacy research in collaboration with the Clinical Therapeutics and Prophylactics Lead, supporting ongoing initiatives to advance research priorities and therapeutic practices. The Pharmacist will be available to contribute to other workstreams within the Emerging and Re‑Emerging Infections (ERI) Pharmacy Consult Services, including the Central Zone inpatient immunization, influenza and COVID‑19 treatment teams, inpatient clinical care, and other initiatives addressing emerging or re‑emerging infectious diseases.

About You

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

• Graduate of a recognized School of Pharmacy
• Eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator (NSPR)
• Completion of a Hospital pharmacy residency program and/or equivalent related direct patient care experience (minimal 2 years) in a hospital setting preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• Valid NSPR Injection permit
• Knowledge of medication patient safety therapeutics required
• Knowledge of medication patient safety concepts an asset
• Experience in evidence‑based clinical research an asset
• Strong teaching ability/experience required
• Experience in critical appraisal of scientific literature required
• Proven effective oral and written communication skills required
• Experience as a member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team required
• Ability to prioritize work responsibilities and to work well under time pressures required
• Demonstrated interest in professional development and lifelong learning required
• 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

• Long Assignment / 100% FTE / 75 Hours Bi‑weekly
• Hybrid role with a combination of work from home and on‑site
• Approximately 14 months

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.

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. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

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.