Pharmacist - Pharmacy (GEN)
About The Position
Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 and 2024! Learn more at shn.ca Job Description: The Pharmacist will be responsible for meeting the medication related needs of the patients which will include maintaining records and drug profiles, education to patients, families and caregivers and to positively contribute to maximize medication safety for all patients and the medication management system. Supervision of pharmacy technicians and managing pharmacy operations while providing dispensary coverage.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.Sc. Phm.) or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D)
- Licensed and registered with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
- Acute care hospital pharmacy experience
- Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and to assess situations and problems efficiently and effectively
- Individual must be highly motivated, personable, knowledgeable and possess excellent communication skills
- Patient oriented and patient focused
- Ability to work well within an inter-professional team and to foster effective working relationships
- Ability to exercise initiative and observe strict confidentiality
- Demonstrated focus on internal/external customer service and partnerships
- Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
- Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
- Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
- Excellent work performance and attendance record
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with Pharmacy computer systems
- Experience with an automated unit dose drug distribution system and IV Admixture services including provision of neonatal and adult TPN is preferred
- Ability to speak another language
Responsibilities
- meeting the medication related needs of the patients which will include maintaining records and drug profiles
- education to patients, families and caregivers
- positively contribute to maximize medication safety for all patients and the medication management system
- Supervision of pharmacy technicians
- managing pharmacy operations while providing dispensary coverage
Benefits
- Defined Benefit pension plan through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
- Comprehensive insured benefits package including health and dental benefits
- New Graduate Initiative
- Enroute Program
- Critical Care Sponsorship Program
- Employee Discount and Incentive Programs
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), along with other comprehensive wellness offerings, including our Spiritual Care team of registered psychotherapists for spiritual, religious or emotional care; mental health supports; and on-site wellness rounding
- Recognition events
- Leadership Development and Learning Programs
- Tuition Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
