Pharmacist, Pharmacy

Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Sinai Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution seeks a Pharmacist to provide medication distribution and drug information services. Responsibilities include interaction with healthcare professionals and participation in the Pharmaceuticals and Therapeutics Committee. Candidates must have a Baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy, a Part A License from the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and prior hospital experience. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This is a temporary full-time position for up to 9 months.

Qualifications

• Previous related experience in a hospital setting is required.
• Membership with the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists (CSHP) is preferred.
• Demonstrated satisfactory job performance and attendance history required.

Responsibilities

• Provision of drug information to healthcare professionals.
• Support for the Pharmaceuticals and Therapeutics Committee.
• Maintenance of the drug formulary.

Skills

Excellent oral and written English communication skills

Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy

Part A License to practice with the Ontario College of Pharmacists

Tools

Meditech

Job description

At Sinai Health, we care, create possibilities and offer hope. We are looking for a Pharmacist to support our Pharmacy department.

Job Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 9 months)

Job Outline:

The Pharmacist will be responsible for providing medication distribution, drug information and education services to patients and staff in a traditional dispensing system. You will be involved in interacting with other interprofessional team members and patients to determine the most appropriate and effective course of treatment for patients and implement interventions in accordance with the standards of practice for the discipline.

Responsibilities:

• Provision of drug information to healthcare professionals
• Support for the Pharmaceuticals and Therapeutics Committee, as delegated by the Manager
• Maintenance of the drug formulary
• Assisting with the management of drug shortages, including identification of alternatives treatments, developing protocols for restrictive use, and communication of selected alternatives and shortages to SHS
• Participate in the development and maintenance of medication use policies
• Participate in educational services, and supporting pharmacy learners
• Provide an orientation to Drug Information services to new staff and trainees
• Assist the Information services team with the development of medication content details to ensure clarity, integration and safety for the Computerized Practitioner Order Entry systems, the Pharmacy system and the electronic MAR
• Support Pharmacy department quality improvement and medication management audits
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification as assigned

Education & Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy
• Part A License to practice with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Previous related experience in a hospital setting is required
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite
• Previous experience with Meditech is an asset
• Membership with the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists (CSHP) is preferred
• Demonstrated satisfactory job performance and attendance history required

Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.

Sinai Health is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care. We deliver excellent care in hospital, community and home, focusing on the comprehensive needs of people. Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions and educates future clinical and scientific leaders. Clinical areas of specialization include rehabilitation and complex continuing care, surgery and oncology, urgent and critical care, and women’s and infants’ health. The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute ranks among the top ten biomedical research institutes in the world. Sinai Health is a full affiliate of the University of Toronto.

As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact 416-586-4800 ext. 7050, or email [e-mail].