Pharmacist - Multiple Openings

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Pharmacist and make a significant impact on patient care across Vancouver Island. This dynamic role offers opportunities in various settings, including clinical and staff pharmacist positions, with flexible shifts and the chance to work with a dedicated team. You'll utilize your exceptional skills to address drug therapy problems, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and contribute to a healthier community. With competitive wages, potential signing bonuses, and a commitment to your professional growth, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Employer-paid benefits package

Four weeks vacation

Thirteen statutory holidays

Municipal Pension Plan

Educational scholarships

Employee discount program

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Provincial Rural Retention Incentives

Rural Remote Recruitment Incentives

Recruitment Incentives for Difficult Vacancies

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
• Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Residency or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and resolve drug therapy issues for patients.
• Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Skills

Drug Therapy Problem Resolution

Clinical Knowledge Application

Independent Work

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Teaching Ability

Computer Software Proficiency

Physical and Emotional Resilience

Education

Licensed by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Residency

Job description

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Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: Yes

Shift Start Time/End Time: Varies

Days Off: As required

Vacancy Type: Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $51.37 - $64.19

Planned Start Date: Dec. 2 2024

Job Description

Come work as a Pharmacist with Island Health. Island Health is hiring Pharmacists to join Pharmacy teams across the Vancouver Island region. Multiple openings are available, including Clinical and Staff Pharmacist roles with full time, part time, casual and temporary positions available.

Shifts of work will vary as multiple openings are available. Apply today so that we can connect with you about schedules, locations and more details.

Join the team at Island Health and use your exceptional Pharmacist skills to provide quality care for our patients.

These positions may qualify for Provincial and/or Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.

• Provincial Rural Retention Incentives: Up to $2,000 paid to employees at the end of quarter based on productive hours worked ($8,000 annual max).
• Rural Remote Recruitment Incentives: Up to $20,000 signing bonus with 24 months Return of Service for eligible vacancies, employees and communities.
• Recruitment Incentives for Difficult to Fill Vacancies: Up to $15,000 signing bonus with 24 months Return of Service for eligible vacancies, employees and communities.
• Relocation: Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be available to eligible candidates.

About Island Health

Island Health provides health and care services to more than 885,000 people on Vancouver Island, the islands in the Salish Sea and the Johnstone Strait and mainland communities north of Powell River. With more than 30,000 healthcare professionals, including more than 3,000 doctors, nurse practitioners, midwives and dentists, Island Health delivers a broad range of health services, including public health services, primary health care, home and community care, mental health and substance use services, acute care in hospitals and much more across a huge and geographically diverse region.

Together, we are committed to providing superior health care through innovation, teaching and research and a commitment to quality and safety, creating healthier, stronger communities and a better quality of life for those we touch.

Island Health continues to be selected for top employer awards, including BC's Top Employer (2024). As an organization, we are committed to cultural safety and humility and we demonstrate this through our actions to address Indigenous specific racism, systemic racism and the ongoing impacts of colonialism.

Please reach out to our Indigenous Recruitment and Retention team for support with your application if you identify as Indigenous at: [e-mail]

Island Health is committed to creating a workplace that fosters diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups.

What We Offer

• Some positions will be eligible for an exceptional employer-paid benefits package including dental and prescription coverage, group life, long-term disability, and extensive extended health plan.
• Most vacation entitlements start at four weeks with additional time accrued based on years of service.
• Thirteen statutory holidays are observed annually.
• For employees who have accrued sufficient sick leave credits, short-term sick leave benefits are provided if unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Municipal Pension Plan.
• Competitive wages.
• Educational scholarships.
• A premium employee discount program offering a range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel and more.

Connect With Us

Explore our social media channels to learn about working with Island Health, upcoming employment events and opportunities.

• Instagram: @vihealthcareers
• Facebook: Island Health Careers
• LinkedIn: Island Health - Vancouver Island Health Authority

Minimum Requirements

• Licensed by, or eligible for licensing by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia (COPBC).
• Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Residency or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

Please note, skills and abilities will vary by location.

• Ability to identify and resolve drug therapy problems.
• Ability to apply clinical knowledge and make sound decisions with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, other health practitioners, as well as patients and family members.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the Employer's primary language of business both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to be self-directed, to organize and prioritize workload and to complete tasks with accuracy, precision and dependability.
• Ability to teach.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including utilizing a variety of standard computerized office software applications.
• Ability to physically and emotionally carry out the duties of the position.

Take the next step and apply so we can continue the conversation with you.

Come work with dedicated professionals who are enthusiastic and committed to provide quality healthcare to our patients, residents, and clients.

Additional Clauses

This position is eligible for up to a $20,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!