Pharmacist - Interprofessional Primary Care Team (IPCT) (CEN)

Requirements

• Current registration and a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Strong knowledge and understanding of primary health care, chronic disease prevention and self-management, preferably in a community setting
• Strong understanding of safe medication practice
• 2-3 years recent clinical work experience as a Pharmacist with community experience an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, organizational and complex problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well within an inter-professional team and to foster collaborative working relationships
• Adheres to safe medication practice protocols and policies
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN's Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
• Additional Assets:
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion training preferred
• Ability to speak another language
• This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.
• Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
• Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community's unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
• We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance wi

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Additional Information

Job Number: JR106095 Job Title: Pharmacist - Interprofessional Primary Care Team (IPCT) (CEN) Job Category: Paramedical Hospital Location: Centenary Site Job Type: Permanent, Part time Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $48.21 - $64.52 Hours: Days, Weekends Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada's most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America's largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 - 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca Job Description: The Pharmacist will be responsible for meeting the medication related needs of the patients which will include maintaining records and drug profiles, education to patients, families and caregivers and to positively contribute to maximize medication safety for all patients and the medication management system. Position Overview: Practice in accordance with the Ontario College of Pharmacists Provide navigation expertise for patients and staff regarding medications including; access, funding, best practice protocols and choosing wisely Pharmacist will work with an interprofessional group of health care providers and patients to provide patient-centered care that optimizes safe, effective, and appropriate drug therapy Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the medication needs of patients in collaboration with the interprofessional team Key role in medication reconciliation Review of physician's orders, creating and maintaining computerized patient medication profiles, reviewing drug information and adverse drug reaction reporting Provide educational resources for staff and patients as required Experience with medications for patients of all ages with varying healthcare needs Demonstrated experience in family medicine/primary care settings Confer with various clinical resources, liaising between hospital, specialists, and community services Support evaluation and quality improvement activities to assess impact and outcomes and determine strengths, opportunities, and future directions of the IPCT services

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