Clinical Pharmacist, Correctional Health Services

Clinical Pharmacist, Correctional Health Services - Fraser Health Community North Fraser Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $51.37 - $64.19 / hour. Job Summary Are you looking for a place to showcase your clinical hospital pharmaceutical skills? We have the perfect full‑time opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our Correctional Health Services team at Fraser Health Community North Fraser located in Tri‑Cities / Coquitlam / Port Coquitlam / Port Moody/ Anmore/ Belcara. 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. Key Clinical Services Individualized pharmacotherapy Counselling patients about their medication therapy Work in collaboration with physicians and other health care providers to develop, implement, and monitor therapeutic plans Assist in the development of drug therapy guidelines for individual disease conditions Prepare and submit case studies and articles for publication in professional journals Act as department resource person within your assigned area Participate in medication use evaluations, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical drug trials Provide mentorship and supervision to pharmacy students, residents, and new staff Ensure prescriptions are validated and dispensed accurately; resolve medication safety concerns and discrepancies expediently, documenting professional practice activities proficiently Does this sound like you? Requirements Current registration as a Pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia Completion of an accredited Hospital Pharmacy Residency Program Benefits A career that offers the opportunity to work in a fast growing and exciting organization with professionals who are eminent in their respective fields Competitive salary package, including comprehensive health benefits coverage We 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 adviser 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. Apply now to join our diverse team One team, best pharmacy care, better lives. Detailed Overview Situated within identified Correctional Health Services locales, this position provides clinical pharmacy services to clients of the Correctional Health Services. As a member of an interprofessional team, this position works directly with clients to identify and resolve actual and potential drug therapy problems through the provision of comprehensive medication management. Responsibilities Identify and resolve drug therapy problems in collaboration with the client and other health care team members Provide comprehensive medication management and pharmaceutical care by monitoring effectiveness, adherence, adverse reactions, drug interactions, and laboratory incompatibilities; communicate findings, recommendations, and plans to clients and practitioners Consult with clients and team members to develop client‑specific therapeutic plans based on chart review and clinical assessment Maintain documentation in the health record per organizational standards Use appropriate resources (e.g., provincial programs, academic detailing, optimal drug use initiatives, opioid stewardship, de‑prescribing) to support professional practice and patient care Establish linkages with health authority, community pharmacy services and other relevant community services to support continuity of care for clients Provide drug information, consultation, and other support services to medical, nursing, pharmacy, and other health team members regarding drug‑related issues, questions, and client‑specific regimens Conduct client counseling and education regarding drug therapy Provide in‑service education to the health care team where appropriate Provide instruction and supervision to pharmacy undergraduates and residents Participate in committees to offer guidance and advice on drug therapy Participate in quality improvement activities by reviewing practice, identifying problems, and recommending and evaluating modifications Maintain workload records and metrics as required Participate in programs such as Patient Safety and Drug Reaction Reporting by collecting and compiling relevant data Share the responsibility for orienting new personnel and act as a role model Maintain a working knowledge of PharmaCare policies and procedures Perform other related duties as assigned Qualifications Education and Experience Current registration as a pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia Two (2) years of recent, relevant patient care experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Valid BC Driver's Licence and access to a personal vehicle for business‑related purposes Skills and Abilities Broad knowledge of organization policies, procedures, and standards of care Knowledge of evidence‑based clinical pharmacy practice Knowledge of medication use evaluation Knowledge of research processes and methodology Knowledge of drug distribution processes in a health system setting Ability to apply clinical pharmacy knowledge and make decisions with minimum supervision Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other health practitioners, clients, family members, and the public Ability to organize and prioritize work Ability to operate related equipment Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position About Fraser Health Fraser 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 workforce. 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. 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