Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist

Northern Health; Terrace; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada is seeking a registered Pharmacist to provide clinical services within a dynamic pharmacy department. The ideal candidate should have a current registration and at least two years of patient care experience. This position includes rotations at various locations, promoting collaboration with an interprofessional team to ensure optimal patient care. Comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacist with patient care experience.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services within the primary care network.
• Work with patients to resolve drug therapy problems.

Skills

Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments

Effective communication skills

Data integration and problem-solving skills

Ability to educate patients

Leadership qualities

Proficiency with Electronic Health Records

Education

Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

At least 2 years of relevant patient care experience

Job description

Position Summary

**Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position**

Are you a registered Pharmacist looking to showcase your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Pharmacy department.

In accordance with the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and reporting to the Pharmacy Operations Lead, Primary and Long-Term Care, this position provides clinical pharmacy services to patients within the primary care network. As a member of an interprofessional team, this role works directly with patients to identify and resolve actual and potential drug therapy problems through comprehensive medication management.

This role includes rotations at Terrace, Nisga'a, Stewart, and Tahltan/Stikine, with work days subject to operational needs.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work: Days, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00

Ksyen Regional Hospital

The new Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients on November 24, 2024. It is more than twice the size of the previous hospital, featuring 82 beds, private rooms, and serving as a center for trauma services, orthopedic surgeries, pathology, radiology, clinical support, and pharmacy services. It is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program.

Terrace

The vibrant community of Terrace offers northern living at its best, with snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes, and streams. The main industries include communications, transportation, and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700, with nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, Northwest Community College, and a UNBC campus. Explore Terrace, where there's always something new to experience.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option to pay for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application, please upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if applicable)
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications, such as program certificates, diplomas, transcripts, etc.
• It is recommended to include a cover letter and resume.

Are you an International Applicant?

Before applying, please review the steps on our Northern Health careers page.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia and at least 2 years of recent, relevant patient care experience, preferably in a team-based primary care setting or equivalent.
• A valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for work purposes.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, including clinical and diagnostic reasoning, with appropriate interventions.
• Ability to educate patients and others individually and in groups.
• Use of current research and best practices to inform professional decisions.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, medical staff, and interdisciplinary teams, including conflict resolution.
• Data integration and problem-solving skills, demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making using a systems approach.
• Promotion of patient-centered care, cultural sensitivity, advocacy, and social justice.
• Organizational skills to prioritize and manage time and resources, fostering team cooperation.
• Leadership qualities to promote staff morale, engagement, and ongoing professional development.
• Proficiency with Electronic Health/Medical Records, Windows programs, data analysis, and related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, providing hospital and community health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities. We employ over 7,000 staff and deliver healthcare to a population of 300,000, offering diverse career opportunities across hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health units, and more.