Clinical Pharmacist Supervisor (Permanent Part-Time)

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.

The Clinical Pharmacist Supervisor is responsible for the provision, development and day to day operations of the MAHC Pharmacy Department and services. This involves the clinical hands on delivery of service; departmental policy and procedure formulation; program planning, implementation, and evaluation; and the supervision of pharmacy technicians.

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.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a degree program in Pharmacy from a recognized University (B. Sc Pharm.)
• Current license from the Ontario College of Pharmacists required
• Three (3) years experience as a pharmacist required
• Experience working in a hospital pharmacy department is an asset
• Member in good standing of the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists is an asset
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Cerner, ARIA, MOSAIQ considered an asset 

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
• Retention Bonus $7500 (permanent full-time/permanent part-time, eligible positions only)
• Extended health benefits (permanent full-time)
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Location: Multi-Site, working on site at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville.  Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Hours of Work:   Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights 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 and 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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