Staff Pharmacist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Staff Pharmacist for a casual position focused on patient safety and quality improvement. This role involves providing essential drug distribution services, medication dosage adjustments, and patient counseling across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. If you are passionate about improving patient care and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensing by the College of Pharmacists.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide drug distribution and medication counseling to patients.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health care team.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Independent Work

Interpersonal Skills

Judgment and Tact

Public Relations

Physical and Emotional Resilience

Computer Proficiency

Education

Licensed by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Tools

Computer Software Applications

Job description

Royal Jubilee Hospital - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA
Victoria General Hospital - Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary)

Work Area: Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0800-1600

Days Off: Not specified

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $51.37 - $64.19

Paid FTE: N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: N/A

Planned Start Date: Jan. 6 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? Required for Professional Registration

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

• 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.

This posting is for a casual Home IV position for vacation relief. Work is typically cross-site between VGH and RJH, but with VGH as the main site.

For more information, please reach out to Rich Wanbon (Clinical Coordinator, VGH Pharmacy) at 250-508-5028.