Clinical Pharmacist IE - Clarenville

Compensation & Incentives 

NL Health Services offers a competitive compensation package designed to attract and support pharmacists at all stages of their careers. 

This position is classified as CG-41, with an hourly rate of $48.90 to $55.24, plus any negotiated wage adjustments or applicable supplements. 

Eligible candidates may also qualify for recruitment and relocation incentives, including: 

• A signing bonus of up to $10,000 

• A Come Home Incentive of up to $50,000, supporting relocation to Newfoundland and Labrador 

• Relocation support to help offset moving costs 

• A student bursary of up to $10,000 

These incentives are subject to eligibility criteria and Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval. 

The Opportunity: Clinical Pharmacist IE 

NL Health Services is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist IE to join the Pharmacy Department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. 

This role offers the opportunity to practice in a hospital setting where pharmacists are integral members of the interdisciplinary care team, contributing directly to patient safety and therapeutic outcomes. You will be involved in both clinical pharmacy services and medication distribution activities, supporting safe, effective, and evidence-based pharmacotherapy for patients with complex and multi-disease conditions. 

Working closely with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, you will apply your clinical expertise in a collaborative environment where professional judgment and team-based care are valued. 

As a teaching site, this position provides opportunities to precept Pharmacy students and contribute to ongoing pharmacotherapy education for healthcare professionals and learners through both informal mentorship and formal presentations. Participation in committees and relevant working groups allows you to contribute to quality improvement initiatives and help shape pharmacy practice locally. 

The role includes on-call responsibilities and opportunities to provide relief coverage in other practice areas as required, offering professional variety and the chance to broaden your experience. The position maintains accountability to the Professional Practice Consultant for Pharmacy, ensuring strong professional standards and support for clinical practice. 

Why Practise in Clarenville? 

Clarenville offers a balanced regional hospital practice , combining access to a diverse patient population with the collegiality and connection of a smaller centre. 

Pharmacists in Clarenville benefit from: 

• Broad clinical exposure without the scale of a tertiary centre 

• Strong working relationships across disciplines 

• Opportunities to practice with autonomy while remaining well supported 

• A community large enough for amenities, yet small enough for quality of life 

Clarenville is well suited to pharmacists seeking meaningful hospital practice with a sustainable pace and strong professional relationships. 

Why Newfoundland and Labrador? 

For pharmacists considering a move from outside the province, Newfoundland and Labrador offers a compelling combination of career opportunity and quality of life. 

Professionally, you’ll have the chance to practice at full scope within a public healthcare system that values pharmacy as a core clinical service. Personally, you’ll find: 

• A lower cost of living compared to many Canadian urban centres 

• Shorter commutes and more time outside of work 

• Immediate access to coastlines, hiking, and outdoor recreation 

• Welcoming communities with a strong sense of belonging 

• Provincial incentives and relocation supports that may be available to eligible candidates 

Many out-of-province pharmacists find that moving to Newfoundland and Labrador allows them to advance their careers while gaining a lifestyle that is increasingly hard to achieve elsewhere. 

About NL Health Services 

NL Health Services is the provincial health authority for Newfoundland and Labrador, delivering health and community services to more than 510,000 people across the province. Formed through the integration of five former regional health organizations, NL Health Services offers the scale of a large system with the connection and collaboration of local care teams. 

With more than 22,000 employees, we are committed to patient-centred care, professional excellence, and creating practice environments where healthcare professionals are supported, valued, and able to work at full scope. 

For pharmacists, NL Health Services offers meaningful hospital-based practice, strong interdisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities to contribute to education, quality improvement, and the evolution of pharmacy practice across the province. 

Qualifications 

• Graduation from a recognized School of Pharmacy 

• Current licensure and good standing, or eligibility for licensure, with the Newfoundland and Labrador Pharmacy Board.  

Assets: 

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree 

• Completion of a hospital residency program 

• Previous hospital pharmacy experience 

• Experience providing specialized clinical pharmacy services such as pharmacokinetic/therapeutic drug monitoring and anticoagulation management 

Required Competencies 

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills 

• Ability to integrate and evaluate clinical data to solve problems effectively 

• Demonstrated critical thinking using a systems-based approach 

• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team and provide clinical consultation 

• Capacity to work autonomously while prioritizing patient needs 

• Effective verbal and written communication with colleagues, patients, and families 

• Strong presentation, analytical, collaboration, and organizational skills 

• Ability to provide direction, supervision, mentorship, and training to Pharmacy Technicians and students 

• Proven commitment to safe, ethical, and effective professional practice 

• Satisfactory record of work performance