Staff Pharmacist

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Staff Pharmacist to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure patient safety through effective drug distribution and patient counseling. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, utilizing your strong communication and organizational skills to foster positive relationships with patients and staff alike. If you are passionate about improving healthcare quality and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the College of Pharmacists is mandatory.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide drug distribution and medication dosage adjustments.
• Counsel patients and deliver basic drug information.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Interpersonal Skills

Judgment and Tact

Public Relations

Physical and Emotional Resilience

Computer Skills

Education

Licensing by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Job description

Job Description

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.

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

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