Pharmacist - Clinical Pharmacy (Mental Health and Addictions)

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​Req ID: 228298
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: PHAR MH/Geriatrics/Surgical QEII
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 
Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 9-Nov-26
About the Opportunity

Under the direct supervision of the Manager Clinical Services, the Pharmacist will participate in the provision of direct pharmaceutical care to inpatients/outpatients as a member of the interdisciplinary care team. Duties include patient counseling, medication monitoring, student mentoring, drug utilization reviews, liaison with Community Pharmacists and education/drug information. The Pharmacist participates in any clinical pharmacy research in which the Clinical Division Manager is involved.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Graduate of a recognized School of Pharmacy

Eligible for the registration with the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator (NSPR) 

Completion of a Hospital pharmacy residency program and/or equivalent related direct patient care experience (minimal 2 years) in a hospital setting preferred

BLS (Basic Life Support) required

Knowledge of medication patient safety therapeutics required

Knowledge of medication patient safety concepts an asset

Experience in evidence based clinical research an asset

Strong teaching ability/experience required

Experience in critical appraisal of scientific literature required

Proven effective oral and written communication skills required

Experience as a member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team required

Ability to prioritize work responsibilities and to work well under time pressures required

Demonstrated interest in professional development and lifelong learning required

Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$49.42 - $63.29 hourly

$65.50 hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer

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. 

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

​This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. 

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.