Pharmacist I

As the temporary Site Lead Pharmacist of the Two Hills Health Centre Pharmacy Team, you will have the opportunity to provide high quality direct patient care. Our pharmacists work in a multidisciplinary environment, where they have the opportunity to provide specialized and general medicine care to patients. In drug distribution, our pharmacists work with registered technicians and pharmacy assistants that utilize their full scope of practice to allow the pharmacist to focus on clinical order assessment. The pharmacy department strongly supports professional development and provides educational opportunities and support to facilitate pharmacist growth.

As a Pharmacist I, you will be responsible for the safe, effective and efficient preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical services. You will manage medication therapy for patients, both initially and on an ongoing basis. In addition, you will provide assessment, intervention and resolution of potential or actual drug-related problems and oversee activities related to compounding and packaging.

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP).

Pharmacy related experience in a hospital setting or in direct patient care providing comprehensive medication management services. Recent experience as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team. Experience with computerized medication order entry and different drug distribution systems such as unit dose.

Additional Prescribing Authorization (APA) would be an asset. Successful candidates not having APA will be expected to obtain it within 6 months of commencing, dependent on eligibility. Self-directed learning & continuing education. Good time management including ability to switch priorities & multitask. Excellent communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills, good organizational & problem-solving skills. Self-motivated; able to work independently & cooperatively in team environment.