TDFHT is committed to improving health and well-being through accessible primary health care services and education programs delivered by an interdisciplinary team.
Applications are now being accepted for a
PHARMACIST
PERMANENT PART-TIME (0.5 FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT)
The Pharmacist will focus on providing education and counseling services rather than dispensing medications. Key responsibilities include conducting compliance assessments, performing medication reviews, and delivering patient education. The Pharmacist will also support and educate healthcare professionals, manage drug costs, and oversee the safe destruction of medications. This role is essential in optimizing patient care through informed medication management and support for the healthcare team.
Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy with one year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Must be accredited by the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
Knowledge and experience working in collaboration with community health organizations to promote health and well-being programs is an asset. As a condition of employment, a vulnerable sector police clearance is required and you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
For a full description of the role and qualifications see www.tdfht.ca
TDFHT is a multi-site health care facility.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to:
Amber Nead
Human Resources and Finance Manager
Tilbury District Family Health Team
22 Mill St. West, P.O. Box 760,
Tilbury, ON, N0P 2L0
Fax: 1-866-813-7457
Email: anead@tdfht.ca
Closing date: August 27, 2024 @ 9 AM
Ability to communicate in both official languages is an asset.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
The TDFHT welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Pharmacist
Reports to: The Nurse Practitioner Clinical Lead
Status: Permanent Part Time (0.5 Full Time Equivalent FTE)
Date: August 2024
Summary:
The Pharmacist will focus on providing education and counseling services rather than dispensing medications. Key responsibilities include conducting compliance assessments, performing medication reviews, and delivering patient education. The Pharmacist will also support and educate healthcare professionals, manage drug costs, and oversee the safe destruction of medications. This role is essential in optimizing patient care through informed medication management and support for the healthcare team.
Accountability:
The pharmacist will be accountable to the Nurse Practitioner Clinical Lead and to their professional body for the standard and quality of service provided in their clinical responsibilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Counsels clients and/or medical practitioners on drug indications/contraindications, doseage, drug interactions, side effects; provides other drug and pharmaceutical information as appropriate.
• Takes clients’ histories as required; makes initial clinical assessments and refers clients to appropriate clinicians.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• Provides guidance and training to pharmacy interns during course of work and monitors performance.
• Participates in health promotion programming.
• Facilitates safe destruction of drugs, and sharps.
General Responsibilities:
• Works in a manner that preserves confidentiality
• Contribute to maintaining a professional and supportive culture that is committed to delivering superior service to all patients and families that we serve.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with all internal and external contacts
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional associations.
• Contribute to the positive image of the organization. This includes: maintain a positive job attitude and working relationships with people inside and outside the organization. Demonstrate willingness to assist others in a team-oriented environment. Keep abreast of major issues affecting the TDFHT and the key players involved in these issues.
• Due to the nature of the position, flexible hours are required including evenings until 8:00 p.m. You may also be required to work out of either of our office in Chatham or Tilbury.
• Practice within the scope of a Pharmacist.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a primary care setting is an asset
Qualifications/Education and Conditions of Employment:
• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy with one year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Must be accredited by the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• as a condition of employment, a vulnerable sector police clearance is required