- Graduation from an accredited university program in Pharmacy
- Completion of a Pharmacy Residency Program preferred
- Licensed to practice Pharmacy in the Province of Nova Scotia
- Minimum two years' experience in clinical practice in a hospital pharmacy setting preferred
- Strong knowledge of drugs and therapeutics
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to make accurate and timely recommendations regarding safe and cost-effective use of drugs
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
- Permanent, Part-time (60%) position; 42 hours bi-weekly
- This role will require the successful candidate to work from both the Mumford Professional Centre and Spryfield Community Centre, as required
- Shifts may include evenings, weekends and holidays
Pharmacist -Dalhousie Family Medicine - Primary Health Care - Halifax, Canada - Nova Scotia Health Authority
Description
About the Opportunity
Under the supervision of the Manager of Primary Health Care, the Pharmacist will work with a varied group of health professionals, other dedicated front-line pharmacy staff, and patients to provide patient-centred care that optimizes safe, effective, and appropriate drug therapy. This includes working on selected medical services, identifying and resolving drug-related problems, completing medication reconciliation, participating in interprofessional medical rounds, providing patient education, and making therapeutic recommendations to the medical team. The Pharmacist is also responsible to ensure safe and effective drug therapy by participating in and overseeing drug distribution systems (inpatient and outpatient) as well as contributing to the effective and efficient attainment of the goals and objectives of Nova Scotia Health Pharmacy Services.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Please ensure your resume is up-to-date and includes all relevant education, experience, training and certifications.
Hours
Compensation and Incentives
$ $53.24 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.