Pharmacy Services Coordinator

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 99,771 - 121,943; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension

Four weeks vacation

Blue Cross benefits

Housing & relocation assistance

Job summary

Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is seeking a Coordinator, Pharmacy Services responsible for organizing and supervising the work and activities within the Pharmacy Department. The role leads planning, implementation and evaluation of services to ensure quality client care and collaborates with medical, nursing and allied health staff, reporting to the Manager of Rehabilitation & Pharmacy.

Requirements include licensure as a pharmacist with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, hospital

Qualifications

• Licensure as a pharmacist with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) required.
• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Familiarity with OCP standards of practice.
• Knowledge of project management principles and interdisciplinary teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supervises the Pharmacy Department, aligning services with organizational goals.
• Monitors resources and ensures standards of care are met.
• Oversees planning, implementation and evaluation of pharmacy services.
• Collaborates with medical, nursing and allied health teams; upholds infection control.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Decision making

Team collaboration

Education

Pharmacist licensure (OCP)

Job description

Job Summary:

The Coordinator, Pharmacy Services is accountable for the organization and supervision of the work and activities within the Pharmacy Department of the Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre (SLMHC).

Through the use of leadership skills, an understanding of the decision-making process and the responsible use of resources, the Coordinator leads the department in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of services in alignment with organizational goals and objectives to ensure quality client care. The Coordinator works collaboratively with all members of the medical, nursing and allied health departments of the SLMHC and reports to the Manager of Rehabilitation & Pharmacy.

Qualifications:

• Licensure as a pharmacist with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) required.
  Minimum of two years hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Hospital residency certificate preferred.
• Familiarity with the standards of practice established by OCP
• Knowledge of principles and practices of project management
• Good interpersonal, organizational skills and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated communication skills, organizational competence, conflict resolution, decision making and leadership skills.

Job Duties:

• Supports and gives leadership to staff in examining and implementing innovative evidence-based pharmacy care, focusing on standards and best practices in conjunction with the OCP and applicable legislations.
• Monitors allocation and effective use of available resources so that the standards of care and pharmacy practice will be met.
• Uses a client centered approach to oversee the planning and implementation of quality care.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of client care by ensuring compliance to pharmacy standards, addressing occurrences, planning and participating in pharmacy quality improvement activities.
• Applicant must be able to work precisely, with attention to detail and without supervision.
• Must adhere to organizational policies and procedures concerning cleaning, hand hygiene and the use of Personal Protective Equipment in support of Infection Control measures and attend training when necessary.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to join a growing organization and lead a highly motivated team of healthcare professionals
• Leading pension plan (HOOPP)
• Four (4) weeks of paid vacation (starting)
• Blue Cross benefits package
• Housing and relocation assistance available

Salary:Starting at $110,857.50 annual. Commensurate with skills, experience and education.

Closing Date:When filled

Closing Date: When filled.

An acceptable criminal reference check and immunization records will be required from the successful candidate. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. SLMHC is an equal opportunity employer and a scent-free facility.