Pharmacist - Family Health Team

The Carefirst Family Health Team (FHT) is seeking Full-time permanent / Part-time Pharmacist to join our innovative, interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality, community-based care.

About Us

Carefirst FHT is committed to delivering exceptional, comprehensive primary care through a collaborative, team-based model that includes family physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, dieticians, physiotherapists, and medical receptionists. We have a robust Chronic Disease Management and Prevention program, including a Diabetes Education Program, and are actively involved in many of the Ontario Health Team's primary care initiatives.

Our strong community partnerships ensure coordinated, high-quality, patient‑centred care across the continuum. We work closely with the Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association to provide truly integrated services.

On‑site & Integrated Programs/Services include:

• Ontario Health atHome (formerly Home and Community Care Support Services)
• MINT Memory Clinic
• Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) Program
• Specialist clinics: psychiatry, cardiology, endocrinology, nephrology, optometry, geriatric medicine, gynecology, chiropody, and audiology

Clinic Locations

We currently operate two well-established clinics in Scarborough and Richmond Hill. Beginning in Fall 2025, we will be expanding with five new locations to support continued growth and community needs.

Current clinic locations:

• 300 Silver Star Blvd, Scarborough (Midland / McNicoll)
• 420 Hwy 7 East, Richmond Hill (West Beaver Creek / Hwy 7)

New clinic locations:

• Within Richmond Hill / Thornhill
• 360 Highway 7 East, Richmond Hill (Highway 7 / Chalmers Rd)
• 105 Gibson Centre, Markham (Steeles Ave East/Warden Ave)
• Unionville Commons, Markham (Unionville Main Street/Highway 7 East

Employees will be assigned to a location that aligns with their preferences and residence, with occasional rotation to support clinic operations.

We are currently seeking a Pharmacist to join our Family Health Team.

Terms: Full Time Permanent / Part Time Permanent

Responsibilities:

• Provide education on pharmacological therapies, promoting adherence and understanding of treatment plans.
• Offer evidence-based consultative advice to patients and team members on medication management.
• Support medication reconciliation in collaboration with local pharmacies and healthcare agencies.
• Manage complex medication regimens for acute and chronic conditions, (e.g. warfarin and smoking cessation therapies)
• Identify and mitigate potential drug interactions or compliance challenges.
• Collaborate with the team to develop, implement, and evaluate care plans.
• Act as a drug-related information resource, providing updates on guidelines, safety alerts, and pharmacotherapeutic advancements.
• Contribute to the development of clinical programs that enhance patient outcomes.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives to optimize care processes and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation in the EMR system.

Requirements:

• Current Pharmacist licensure (Part A) in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required
• Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist certification an asset
• Additional credential and training with respect to dementia care an asset
• At least 2 years recent clinical experience in the health care sector, preferably with geriatric experience
• Use clinical judgment to identify and prioritize complex problems and provide suggestions to improve the patient's quality of life.
• Knowledge of community resources for the provision of health promotion and disease prevention related services and chronic disease management
• Experience in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating health promotion programs and activities preferred
• Sensitivity and awareness of cultural, racial, economic, and socially diverse communities of various ages
• Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion
• Excellent assessment, analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent client service skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (i.e. verbal and written)
• Flexibility to meet the changes/demands of the patients/team/organization
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups
• Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office Suite
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Valid CPR/first aid certification
• Ability to speak a second language such as Cantonese and/or Mandarin is an asset
• A valid vulnerable sector police record check completed within one year

Benefits:

• Dental Care
• Extended Health Care
• HOOPP
• Comprehensive Orientation Program
• Training and Education Subsidy

Application Deadline: November 9, 2025

Carefirst is an equal opportunity employer. We are also committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange a reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Language:

• Cantonese (preferred)
• Mandarin (preferred)

Work Location: In person