Staff Pharmacist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,767 - 88,428; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization located in Victoria, BC, is seeking a Staff Pharmacist for their Home IV program. This casual position involves providing essential drug distribution, medication dosage adjustments, and patient counseling. A valid license from the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia is mandatory. The role values effective communication, organization, and teamwork, ensuring patient safety in every interaction. Flexibility and the ability to work at various sites are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for Licensing by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
• Proficient in operating computers and related software.

Responsibilities

• Provide drug distribution and basic drug information.
• Make medication dosage adjustments for patients.
• Counsel patients regarding their medications.

Skills

Ability to organize and prioritize work

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Interpersonal skills

Tact and good judgment

Public relations skills

Ability to perform physical and emotional duties

Computer literacy

Education

Licensed by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Job description

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

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600

Days Off

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. 12 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

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 casual position is vacation and sick day relief for our Home IV program at VGH & RJH. For more information, please contact Rich Wanbon 250-508-5028.