Pharmacy Student, Oncology Drug Store, GEN Pharmacy

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 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our work led by the Organizational Development and Diversity Department on our Leading edge Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar and our innovative Health Equity Certificate programs. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023! Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Position Overview:

Working under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Student will be responsible for supporting pharmacy services dedicated to the Cancer Clinic at SHN. The successful candidate will work up new patients including BPMH to identify drug related problems, create patient treatment calendars, conduct capecitabine patient call backs, and have opportunities to learn workflows in the specialty oncology hospital retail pharmacy. The student will gain experiences working with cancer patients and their healthcare team including physicians, nurses, drug access navigator, and other pharmacy team members. Duties will include other project work as assigned. Mainly serving the General site, the position may include 1 day per week at the Centenary site. The successful candidate will be a team player who works collaboratively with others, communicates well, is reliable and respectful, and demonstrates SHNs core values of compassion, innovation, courage and inclusion.

Requirements:

• Enrolled in a Pharm. D Program

• Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a Pharmacy Student

• Knowledge of hospital pharmacy services

• Excellent communication skills

• Patient oriented and patient focused

• Ability to work well within an inter-professional team and to foster effective working relationships

• 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

• Demonstrates ability to exercise sound judgment, problem solving and critical thinking skills

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills; detail oriented

• Demonstrates ability to handle sensitive issues with tact, diplomacy and confidentiality

• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service

• Excellent work performance and attendance record

Assets:

• Previous hospital pharmacy experience

• Previous experience performing BPMH

• Previous experience working in a cancer clinic pharmacy setting

• Experience using Epic health information system

• Ability to speak another language

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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