Clinical Pharmacist Supervisor - Casual

Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site.

ROLE

The Clinical Pharmacist Supervisor is involved in the provision, development and day to day operations of the MAHC Pharmacy Department and services. This includes but is not limited to:

• Review medication orders for safety and appropriateness, and verify orders in an electronic computerized health information system
• Provide drug information and clinical pharmacy support (e.g. pharmacokinetic monitoring, etc.)
• Responsible for the oversight of drug distribution services in collaboration with other pharmacy staff (including IV medications, TPN, chemotherapy, narcotics etc.)
• Assisting in the investigation and reporting of medication related incidents
• Ensure provision of pharmacy services in compliance with accepted standards and relevant legislation (accreditation, Can. Soc. of Hosp Pharmacists, Food & Drug Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, Public Hosp. Act, NAPRA, USP 797, etc.)
• Effectively communicate with nursing, medical staff, pharmacy team members and management
• Act as immediate supervisor and resource person to pharmacy technicians, students, etc.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)

• Graduate of a degree program in Pharmacy from a recognized University (B. Sc Pharm. or PharmD)
• Holds a current license from the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Member in good standing of the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists an asset

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)

• Three (3) to five (5) years' experience as a Pharmacist working in a hospital pharmacy department an asset
• Management experiences an asset
• Possess sound professional judgement, initiative, innovation, ability to organize, co-ordinate, communicate, discipline, delegate and communicate well with all professional groups within the Hospitals

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  

Location(s): This position will primarily work remote, however some travel to our locations, South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville may be required. 

Department:  Pharmacy

Hours of Work:  Must be available to work shifts including days, afternoons and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements.

Recruitment Process

• Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date.  Please Note:  Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions  will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated
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• We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required
• Please note, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is not being used to screen, assess, or select applicants in our recruitment process

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

• Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled.

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