Pharmacist - Seeking Experienced Candidates

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a Pharmacist to join their team. The role involves providing direct pharmaceutical care, patient counseling, and medication monitoring across various locations. Applicants must be graduates of recognized Pharmacy schools and registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists. Competitive hourly compensation and benefits provided.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized school of Pharmacy
• Registration or eligibility with the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists required
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

• Participate in the provision of direct pharmaceutical care to inpatients/outpatients
• Conduct patient counseling and medication monitoring
• Mentor students and conduct drug utilization reviews

Skills

Pharmaceutical care

Patient counseling

Medication monitoring

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Competencies in French

Education

Graduate of a recognized school of Pharmacy

Registration with the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists

Job description

Req ID: 207520
Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Department:Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health
Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available
Union:Based on Bargaining Unit and Constituent Union/Non-Union Position

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 outwww.novascotia.comto 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 participate in the provision of direct pharmaceutical care to inpatients/outpatients as a member of the interdisciplinary care team. Duties include patient counseling, medication monitoring, student mentoring, drug utilization reviews, liaison with Community Pharmacists and education/drug information. The Pharmacist participates in any clinical pharmacy research in which the Clinical Division Manager is involved.

About You

We want to hear from you if you have the following:

• Graduate of a recognized school of Pharmacy
• Registration or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists 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

Various permanent, assignments (temporary), casual relief (no guarantee of hours), and opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia.

Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

You will be given the opportunity to specify your work hours and location preferences in the application.

Compensation and Benefits

$49.42 - $61.74 Hourly

Successful candidates may also 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.A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.

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.

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