Clinical Pharmacist

OverviewJoin to apply for the Clinical Pharmacist - Richmond Hospital role at Fraser Health Authority.The salary range for this position is CAD $51.37 - $64.19 / hour.Job SummaryAre you looking for a place to showcase your clinical hospital pharmaceutical skills? We have the perfect Relief Full-Time opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at Richmond Hospital located in Richmond, BC. This position is available until April 2026 or until return of incumbent.Who are we?We are a collaboration of four premier health employers Fraser Health, Provincial Health Services, Providence and Vancouver Coastal health. We provide an integrated approach to pharmaceutical care and service excellence for our clients. We are committed to investing in your professional development in creating an environment where you can advance your career.ResponsibilitiesIndividualized pharmacotherapyCounselling patients about their medication therapyWork in collaboration with physicians and other health care providers to develop, implement and monitor therapeutic plansAssist in the development of drug therapy guidelines for individual disease conditionsPrepare and submit for publication in professional journals, case studies and articles that share new knowledgeActs as department resource person within your assigned areaParticipate in medication use evaluations, quality improvement initiatives and clinical drug trialsProvides mentorship and supervision to pharmacy students, residents and new staffEnsure prescriptions are validated and dispensed accurately; address medication safety concerns and resolve discrepancies with the health care team; document professional practice activities proficientlyTo join us you will needCurrent registration as a Pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of British ColumbiaCompletion of an accredited Hospital Pharmacy Residency ProgramWhat we offerA career in a fast growing and exciting organization with professionals who are eminent in their fieldsCompetitive salary package, including comprehensive health benefits coverageWe hire great people for outstanding jobs and need your help to expand the ability to deliver prompt and professional service. We aim to build an environment where you love the work you do, the place where you work, and the people around you. From the financial advisor handling our health care resources, to the IT professional enabling life-saving data, to the nurse and physician on the front line of patient care, everyone plays a role in the care continuum. Together, we create great workplaces. We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work.Apply now to join our diverse teamOne team, best pharmacy care, better lives.Detailed OverviewThe Clinical Pharmacist provides clinical pharmacy services including individualization of patient medication therapy; patient medication counselling; consultation with physicians, nurses and other health care providers to develop and discuss therapeutic plans and assistance in the development of drug therapy guidelines for individual disease conditions. Provides support to the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee by preparing written summaries and recommendations on drug usage; contributes items such as case studies and articles for submission to professional journals; acts as department resource person in the assigned area of responsibility; participates in medication use evaluations and clinical drug trials; provides instruction and/or supervision to pharmacy students and residents. Additionally, performs drug distribution duties including processing prescriptions by reviewing prescribed medication therapy; validating prescriptions; identifying safety concerns; contacting the subscriber and/or the health care team to resolve discrepancies or problems; documenting discussions or modifications to the medication therapy and dispensing medications.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceCurrent registration as a Pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.Completion of an accredited Hospital Pharmacy Residency Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Skills And AbilitiesBroad knowledge of organization policies, procedures and standards of careKnowledge of evidence-based clinical pharmacy practiceKnowledge of medication use evaluationKnowledge of research processes and methodologyKnowledge of drug distribution processes in a hospital settingAbility to apply clinical pharmacy knowledge and make decisions with a minimum of supervisionAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other health practitioners, as well as patients, family members and the publicAbility to organize and prioritize workAbility to operate related equipmentPhysical ability to carry out the duties of the positionAbout Fraser HealthFraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care.Important: Recruitment scam warning. Please be on alert for recruitment scams. We are aware of several scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. We will never ask for money or payment, nor ask you to download or install an app at any point during our recruitment process.Employment details: Seniority level - Entry level; Employment type - Full-time; Job function - Health Care Provider; Industries - Hospitals and Health Care.We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. #J-18808-Ljbffr