Relief Pharmacist- PT (Seasonal)

Medisystem Pharmacy Limited; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

MediSystem Pharmacy is seeking a part-time Relief Pharmacist to provide high-quality pharmaceutical care in long-term care facilities. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, training staff, and maintaining patient confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in pharmacy practice and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Full benefits

Competitive pay

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience as a pharmacist in a long-term care, retail, and/or hospital pharmacy setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all prescriptions are dispensed in accordance with provincial regulations.
• Train and supervise dispensary staff as required.
• Document patient counselling in Kroll for all prescriptions.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Licensed with the BC College of Pharmacists

Job description

Join to apply for the Relief Pharmacist- PT (Seasonal) role at MediSystem Pharmacy .

At MediSystem Pharmacy, you can use your skills to do meaningful work that has a real impact, in an environment that promotes learning, growth, and opportunity. Whether it's your first job or you're ready for a new challenge, MediSystem Pharmacy can turn your potential into performance that is recognized and rewarded. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and a work-life balance.

Why this role is important?

MediSystem is looking to hire a part-time operations pharmacist to join our dedicated team that serves our long-term-care facilities. The operations pharmacist will ensure all prescriptions are dispensed in accordance with provincial regulations and company policies (professional / legal requirements) in order to provide the highest quality pharmaceutical care.

What you'll do :

• Align with all company policies and operating procedures (regulatory / legal requirements) to enable pharmacists to deliver high-level pharmaceutical care.
• Train and supervise dispensary staff as required.
• Assist in setting and achieving financial objectives for the company.
• Assist in maintaining pharmacy inventory.
• Present a professional image and provide friendly customer service to foster relationship building with our clients.
• Practice pharmacy within the College's Scope of Practice and guidelines for providing pharmaceutical care.
• Ensure that narcotics are properly received and recorded at the dispensary. Participate in cycle counting and reconciling of inventory as necessary.
• Ensure current and accurate patient profiles for all patients are maintained.
• Perform technical, therapeutic and electronic MAR checks of all medication entries, ensuring detailed documentation in paperless Kroll meets standard of practice in accordance with professional / legal requirements.
• Provide, document, and bill all pharmaceutical interventions / opinions / services as appropriate.
• Minimize medication incidents according to company policies and procedures.
• In the event of a medication incident follow protocol for reporting and resolving.
• Participate in continuous learning activities and share relevant takeaways with other staff.
• Document patient counselling in Kroll for all prescriptions as required by provincial regulations.
• Assist in ensuring timely and accurate completion of third party processing, billing, re-submissions, and reporting.
• Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with regulations.
• Align with all federal and provincial pharmacy regulations.
• Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging.

What you bring :

• Must be licensed with the BC College of Pharmacists and in good standing.
• Must be available to cover on-call services after hours on a scheduled rotational basis as required.
• Preferred : minimum of two years of experience as a pharmacist in a long-term care, retail, and / or hospital pharmacy setting.
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Superior organizational skills, with a commitment to provide exceptional customer service.
• Be highly organized, takes initiative, and has excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Type of Role :

Seasonal (Fixed Term)

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