Pharmacist - Seniors Care

Nova Scotia Health; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health in Western Zone is seeking a Pharmacist to provide patient-centered care in the emergency department and community settings. You will perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and coordinate interventions while collaborating with the Seniors Care Team and community partners.

Responsibilities include prioritizing interventions with strong clinical judgement, adhering to NS Health policies, and maintaining professional standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved School of Pharmacy and currently registered or eligible to become registered with the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator.
• Two years clinical experience in the field.
• Knowledge of Nova Scotia Health services/programs and Community support services/programs and health care facilities.
• Knowledge of the principles of comprehensive rehabilitation/geriatric assessments.
• Ability to nurture and maintain credible working relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competency in computer based programs (Microsoft office suites).
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments, treatment plans and coordination of interventions to promote patient well-being.
• Act as a member of the interdisciplinary Seniors Care Team in ED and community settings.
• Collaborate with community partners to support patients, families, populations, and communities.
• Prioritize interventions using clinical judgement and adhere to NS Health policies and professional standards.

Skills

Microsoft Office

French language (asset)

Education

Pharmacist degree

Job description

About the Opportunity

The Pharmacist works under the supervision of the Manager of Seniors, Western Zone in collaboration with the Clinical Pharmacy Manager at YRH and acts as a member of the interdisciplinary Seniors Care Team providing service primarily in the emergency department and community setting. The Pharmacist works to provide assessments, treatment plans and coordination of interventions which help promote the well‑being of patients. The Pharmacist provides collaborative, client centered care across the continuum, supporting patients, families, populations and communities. This position includes considerable collaboration within the team and with community partners. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. The Pharmacist will help manage a busy caseload and use clinical judgement to prioritize interventions. The Pharmacist is responsible for adhering to Nova Scotia Health policies and procedures and to the professional standards of their licensing body, the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists.

About You

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

• Graduate of an approved School of Pharmacy, and currently registered or eligible to become registered with the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator.
• Two(2) years clinical experience in the field
• Knowledge of Nova Scotia Health services/programs and Community support services/programs and health care facilities.
• Knowledge of the principles of comprehensive rehabilitation/geriatric assessments
• Ability to nurture and maintain credible working relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Competency in computer based programs (Microsoft office suites)
• 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

$49.41 - $63.28 hourly

$65.50 with 25 years' experience with the employer.

• 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.

Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital

Posting Closing Date: 19-Nov-26

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.

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