Pharmacist, Pharmacy Hospital

  Baycrest Hospital has an opportunity for a     PHARMACIST Pharmacy Department       Position Type: Temporary Full-Time (up to 6 months) Shift Type: Day-Evening, some weekends (shifts may be subject to change) Hourly Pay Rate: $48.21 - $64.50 Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Hours of Work: 7.5hrs/shift Posting Number: 9524 Union: OPSEU 583      Date Posted: January 13, 2026 Internal Closing Date: January 20, 2026      Job Summary: Baycrest Hospital Pharmacy Services support all inpatient units and programs, ensuring the safe and effective use of medications across the organization. The department’s key functions include purchasing and inventory management of medications, management of the unit dose drug distribution system, and operation of a centralized intravenous admixture program. The hospital uses an integrated computerized information system (Meditech) to optimize medication management. Pharmacists at Baycrest are integral members of the healthcare team, contributing to clinical activities such as medication reconciliation, interprofessional team rounds, quarterly medication reviews, and mentoring students through preceptorships. The hospital maintains strong affiliation with universities and colleges, offering valuable on-site practical training opportunities for pharmacy students.   Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Participates in relevant rounds and care conferences to ensure safe and appropriate prescribing decisions are made, patient outcomes are monitored, and adverse drug events are prevented Identifies, prevents, and resolves drug-related problems by conducting medication reviews, and developing and monitoring patient care plans. Communicates patient care plans to the interprofessional team, patient, family and/or Substitute Decision Maker Ensures continuity of care by conducting medication reconciliation when patients are transferred to or discharged from Baycrest Ensures appropriate and accurate preparation and dispensing of medications to designated hospital programs Participates in departmental medication management projects and pharmacy clinical programs Provides education to pharmacy students as per the requirements of the Faculties of Pharmacy (University of Toronto and University of Waterloo) Provides oversight and direction for pharmacy technician(s) Ensures best practices are implemented and maintained to enhance medication safety and patient safety     Qualifications include but are not limited to: Current and valid license to practice as a Pharmacist from the Ontario College of Pharmacists (Part A) Minimum of 2 years of hospital pharmacy experience Hospital Pharmacy Residency from an accredited institution or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree Demonstrated expertise in the provision of pharmaceutical care Self-motivation, excellent communication and organization skills required Computer skills that include the ability to work with Microsoft Office Software including Excel, Word & Outlook Experience with Meditech preferred Well-developed critical appraisal, critical thinking skills and an approach to work that is detail oriented and analytical Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of the interdisciplinary team     Additional Benefits: % Vacation Entitlement Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program     INTERNAL APPLICANTS:  Current Baycrest employees must apply online through the Baycrest intranet. Applications submitted through the external careers website will only be considered after the internal application process. If you are a current employee and are unable to access the intranet, please contact Human Resources for assistance.     EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online by clicking the Apply button below.     Thank you for your interest in joining Baycrest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Baycrest is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at hospitalrecruitment@baycrest.org or 416-785-2500, ext. 2961.All successful candidates will be required to complete a police reference check/vulnerable sector screen.Required SkillsRequired Experience