Position SummaryThe
Clinical Consultant Pharmacist is a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team supporting appropriate medication use for Residents in Long-term Care Homes and Retirement Communities. The Consultant Pharmacist works with the healthcare team to review medication use to identify medication-related problems and to achieve desired Resident outcomes. The Pharmacist will provide drug information, be involved in educational activities for healthcare staff and Residents, regularly attend medication management meetings and promote Resident safety.
This position requires regular travel throughout the Grey County and surrounding area, Chatsworth, Thornbury, Owen Sound, Tiverton, Hanover.Role Accountabilities:- Act as aliaisonbetweenlong term care homesand retirement communitiesand CareRx Pharmacyto ensure optimal Resident care, Pharmacy Services, and Clinical support
- Travel to LTC homes and retirement communities
- Build and maintain relationships within the community to ensure ongoing collaboration and communication between home/communityleadership teams and pharmacy teams to develop/maintain strong partnerships
- Complete medication reviews in currently serviced retirementcommunities and long-term care homesserviced by CareRx Pharmacy
- Complete all required documentation and billing processes as required by MOHLTC, Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP), and other federal and provincial standards and regulations
- Provide education to Residents and staff on various health-related topics including theMedsCheckprogram and attend community-based wellness fairsand other eventsas required
- Conducteducation sessions withinLong Term Care Homes and Retirement Communities withinscope of practice, as applicable (e.g. policy and procedure, web portal,eMAR, influenza protocol, etc.)
- Support CareRx Pharmacy policies and procedures within retirementcommunities and long-term care homes
- Completemedication audits on-site in LTC Homes and Retirement Communitiesas required
- Ensure regular on-site visits are made to all assigned clients
- Attend/participate in annual professional conferences and trade shows, when applicable
- Participate in the development and implementation of industry-leading clinical pharmacy service, when applicable
- Be an education, policy and pharmacy initiative resource
- Be available for special clinical team projects as required
- Complete/collaborate in the develop of medication audit follow-up improvement plans when applicable
- Works collaboratively with other team members to support applicable homes and communities
- Participate in pharmacy-related transition processes (e.gnew client transitions,eMARtransitions, etc.)
- Help with pharmacy operations/drug distribution when required
- Attend and actively participate in clinical team meetings
What You Will Bring to The Team:- Insured and currently licensed in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, College of Pharmacists of British Columbia (RPhT), Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP), Ontario College of Pharmacists
- Proven ability to foster strong partnerships with other members of the healthcare team
- Effective organization, planning, and time management skills
- Knowledge of Kroll Windows applicationand Microsoft Office programs
- Completeunderstanding ofprovincial regulations governing LTC homes and Retirement Communities
- Must be familiar with the provincial standards of practice established for LTC pharmacies
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skillsand be able to interact with persons of varying levels of professional expertise
- Excellent time management skills
- Skilled in critical thought processes and be able to prioritize appropriately
- Must demonstrate initiative and creativity
- Self-directed requiring minimal supervision and able to work independently
- Motivated to achieve results that reflect a high standard of quality
- Good listening skills and be adaptable to changes in job environment
- Dependable and responsible in the execution of job duties
- Adaptable to changes within internal work structures
- Strong presentation and teaching skills
- Must possess a valid driver's license
See what one of our current Clinical Pharmacists has to say about working at CareRx"One of the things I love about the Clinical Consultant Pharmacist role is the focused time I get to spend with the residents, their families, and the health care team, which helps me better manage their medication therapy, resulting in improved quality of life and health outcomes."
Compensation Range:annually.Actual pay rate will be based on the individual candidate's credentials and experience.Location: Location will primarily be LTC homes and retirement communities in the
Grey County and surrounding area, Chatsworth, Thornbury, Owen Sound, Tiverton, Hanover.Opportunity: This is a current existing position
Hours:This is a full time position.
AI Disclosure: CareRx does not use AI to screen candidates
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