Regional Staff Pharmacist Job Russell Manitoba Canada,Healthcare

Location: Russell

Position Overview

The pharmacist functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary health care team and performs all duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Prairie Mountain Health.

Distribution of medications including non-sterile and sterile compounding within a variety of drug distribution models (including but not limited to ward stock, unit dose, blister packing and automated dispensing cabinets).

Triaging orders to verify authenticity, completeness and appropriateness with respect to dosage, route, frequency, incompatibilities, interactions, duplications, allergies, formulary compliance, automatic therapeutic substitution and automatic stop.

Provide drug information for patients and health care professionals, educational programs, drug utilization reviews and literature evaluation.

Monitor the clinical status and drug therapies of patients to determine appropriate clinical drug interventions for identified or anticipated medication related problems. Counsel patients on medication usage, participates in unit conferences and family conferences as required.

Supervise and provide direction to pharmacy assistants, students and interns and verifies the accuracy of tasks performed by them.

Collaborate with the Director of Pharmacy/Manager of Pharmacy in formulating, implementing and revising policies, procedures, manuals and documents relating to the operation of Pharmacy Services.

Expanded scope of practice activities as required and supported by PMH policy.

Experience

Previous experience in hospital pharmacy practice is preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or equivalent undergraduate pharmacy degree

Licensed, or eligibility for licensure as a pharmacist in the Province of Manitoba

Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada Certification

Qualifications and Skills

Province of Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health

Demonstrated leadership and independent judgement.

Demonstrated written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational, decision making and problem-solving skills

Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population

Ability to respect and promote confidentiality

This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.
If you are currently employed by PMH, please utilize the internal application form. If you are not employed by PMH, please utilize the external application form.