Pharmacist I

South Health Campus (SHC) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled pharmacist to join our dynamic team! SHC is a comprehensive healthcare facility offering inpatient, outpatient, wellness, and community-focused programs. As a 24/7 operation, pharmacy services are essential to our patient care. As a key member of the SHC pharmacy team, you will contribute to our mission of providing exceptional healthcare by fostering a collaborative environment, driving innovation, creating a culture of wellness, and delivering high-quality patient-centered care. As a pharmacist at SHC, you will: Play a crucial role in providing direct patient care services, including medication therapy management, counseling, and monitoring. Collaborate with healthcare teams and patients/families to optimize medication treatment plans and patient outcomes. Engage in drug information, education activities, and precepting/mentoring other staff and/or students. Ensure accurate and efficient drug distribution. To succeed in this role, a SHC pharmacist must be proficient in time management, organization, and problem-solving. They should have excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Computer literacy for drug information and word processing is essential.

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).

Additional Prescribing Authorization (APA) is required (for new practitioners; must obtain within 6 months). A minimum of 6 months direct patient care experience in a multidisciplinary care team. A cover letter indicating the reason you are applying to SHC Pharmacy Services, and a copy of your resume is required with all applications. Candidates are advised that SHC Pharmacy Services provides 24/7 pharmacy services.

At least 6 months previous inpatient clinical experience in General Medicine or Cardiology. At least 6 months previous experience in ambulatory practice. Completion of a pharmacy residency program or advanced clinical degree/certification (e.g. PharmD). Authorization to administer drugs by injection. Active membership in a pharmacy professional organization (e.g. Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists). Project, research experience, or committee work. Prior experience training/precepting.