Staff Pharmacist

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Campbell River is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to manage drug distribution, provide drug information, and counsel patients. Candidates must be licensed by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia and possess strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. The position emphasizes patient safety and quality improvement, essential in delivering healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for Licensing by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Provide drug distribution and basic drug information.
• Adjust medication dosages as needed.
• Counsel patients on medication use.

Skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Judgment

Public relations

Emotional resilience

Computer skills

Education

License by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Job description

Overview

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Pharmacy Site Coordinator or designate, the Staff Pharmacist provides drug distribution, basic drug information, medication dosage adjustments and patient counseling.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

Licensed by, or eligible for Licensing by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of the multidisciplinary health care team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal and professional working relationships with patients/clients and staff.
• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment.
• Ability to foster and promote good public relations.
• Ability to physically and emotionally carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including a computer utilizing a variety of software applications.