CLINICAL PHARMACIST, PRIMARY CARE

Northern Health Authority

$85K — $100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
  • Minimum 2 years recent patient care experience in a team-based primary care setting.
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
  • Strong clinical and diagnostic skills for patient assessments and interventions.
  • Proven ability in teaching patients and groups effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical pharmacy services to the primary care network.
  • Identify and resolve drug therapy issues for patients.
  • Conduct comprehensive medication management for diverse patient populations.
  • Collaborate with interprofessional teams to optimize patient care outcomes.
  • Promote patient-centered care and cultural sensitivity in practice.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work within a dynamic, supportive team environment.
  • Engagement in ongoing professional development and innovation.
  • Access to resources and programs designed for staff well-being.
  • Flexibility with varying hours based on operational needs.
Full Job Description
Position Summary
Are you a registered Clinical Pharmacist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Primary Care department.

In accordance with established mission, vision, values and strategic priorities of the Northern Health and reporting to the Pharmacy Operations Lead, Primary and Long-Term Care, this position provides clinical pharmacy services to patients of the primary care network. As a member of an interprofessional team this position works directly with patients to identify and resolve actual and potential drug therapy problems through provision of comprehensive medication management.
Position covers South Peace Primary Care Network, which includes communities of Dawson Creek, Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge. Hours of work may vary based on site and operational need.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days - 08:30 to 16:30, Rotating

Qualfications
• Current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia and a minimum 2 years recent, related patient care experience, ideally in a team based primary care setting or equivalent.
• A valid Class 5 drivers' licence and access to a personal vehicle for business related purposes.

Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.
• Ability to teach patients and others both one-on-one and in groups.
• Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, the public, medical staff and members of the interdisciplinary team using verbal, written, computer communication means. Ability to effectively apply conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively. Applies the problem-solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making skills using a systems approach.
• Ability to promote patient-centred care that demonstrates care for and with patients and families, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, patient advocacy and social justice concerns.
• Ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interprofessional team and collaborates across disciplines.
• Promotes staff morale, engagement, and empowerment. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovation, implementation of policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of patient care.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Electronic Health/Medical Records and Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through Dawson Creek and District Hospital

Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Dawson Creek

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants

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