Pharmacist - Seniors Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health in Yarmouth is seeking a Pharmacist to join the Seniors Care Team, primarily supporting the emergency department and community settings. You will assess patients, develop treatment plans and coordinate interventions while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and community partners.

The successful candidate will manage a busy caseload, exercise clinical judgement, and ensure care aligns with policy and 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 and treatment plans for patients
• Coordinate interventions for seniors care
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and community partners
• Prioritize interventions using clinical judgment
• Adhere to Nova Scotia Health policies and professional standards

Skills

Clinical pharmacy experience

Microsoft Office

French language

Education

Pharmacy degree

Job description

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Req ID: 228816
Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital
Department: OPWZ Strat Frailty Network Leaders
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPEHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 19-Nov-26

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

• 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

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.

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.

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.

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