Clinical Pharmacist Supervisor

75 Ann Street, Bracebridge, Ontario

24-050

Part Time

$61.62 - $67.72

Hourly

Non-Union

2/28/2024

Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site.

ROLE

The Clinical Pharmacist Supervisor is involved in the provision, development and day to day operations of the MAHC Pharmacy Department and services, this includes:

• Review medication orders for safety and appropriateness, and verify orders in an electronic computerized health information system.
• Provide drug information and clinical pharmacy support (e.g. pharmacokinetic monitoring, etc.).
• Responsible for the oversight of drug distribution services in collaboration with other pharmacy staff (including IV medications, TPN, chemotherapy, narcotics etc.).
• Assisting in the investigation and reporting of medication related incidents.
• Ensure provision of pharmacy services in compliance with accepted standards and relevant legislation (accreditation, Can. Soc. of Hosp Pharmacists, Food & Drug Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, Public Hosp. Act, NAPRA, USP 797, etc.).
• Effectively communicate with nursing, medical staff, pharmacy team members and management.
• Act as immediate supervisor and resource person to pharmacy technicians, students, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)

• Graduate of a degree program in Pharmacy from a recognized University (B. Sc Pharm.).
• Holds a current license from the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Member in good standing of the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)

• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years' experience as a Pharmacist working in a hospital pharmacy department.
• Management  experiences an asset.
• Possess sound professional judgement, initiative, innovation, ability to organize, co-ordinate, communicate, discipline, delegate and communicate well with all professional groups within the Hospitals.

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful Permanent Part Time and Permanent Full Time new hire you refer to MAHC).
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

WHY IS MAHC RIGHT FOR YOU?

Imagine working in a place you love to visit on vacation A career with MAHC lets you do just that. We are located in one of the top international tourist destinations in Canada; positioned just two (2) hours north of Toronto in beautiful cottage country surrounded by vibrant natural beauty, pristine lakes, majestic forests and rocky shorelines.

Our communities are small in size but big in excitement; there are always local fundraisers, farmers markets, live events, pubs and locally owned stores to shop in. There are a variety of seasonal, year-round activities to keep you busy and fully embraced in the lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer from hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, heading to Algonquin Park or Arrowhead Park for the day, running and cycling clubs, camping, sitting on a warm sunny patio downtown, or simply relaxing by the lake with your friends. Life here is good

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare has launched the Housing for Healthcare initiative to help MAHC team members (both new recruits and existing staff) connect with housing options in our communities. For more information on this initiative click on this link Housing for Healthcare

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location(s): Multi-site , working at both our South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville.

Department: Pharmacy

Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements . 

As a condition of employment , external hires are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identity as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ.

Accommodation s will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department.Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants interested in becoming a part of an energetic, caring team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment can submit their cover letter and resume as either a PDF or Word document(s) to postings listed on mahc.ca by 11:59pm on the listed closing date. 

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.