Staff Pharmacist

Responsibilities

• As a member of the patient care team, the principal responsibilities include:
• conducting best possible medication history (BPMH) interviews, performing medication reconciliation, reviewing and dispensing all doctors' medication orders for appropriateness;
• identifying, resolving and preventing drug therapy problems with the patient and health care team;
• monitoring drug therapy for effectiveness, adherence to evidence-based medicine/guidelines; conducting medication reconciliation
• following-up on medication incidents and promoting safe medication practices on the unit;
• responding to drug information questions; providing patient education; facilitating hospital discharge;
• and providing direct and/or functional supervision of technician staff.
• In addition, the pharmacist will facilitate and support clinical teaching and research activities within the department, while exemplifying UHN's values of caring, excellence, teamwork, innovation, integrity, leadership, and respect.
• Possess a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Pharmacy, Doctor of Pharmacy degree or equivalent required
• Certificate of competency from the Pharmacy Examination Board of Canada required
• Active registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (Part A) required
• Clinic practice experience with patient-centered care experience preferred
• Hospital Pharmacy residency an asset
• Membership in the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists and/or other professional societies an asset
• Experience in an inpatient acute care setting is an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Why join UHN?
• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
• Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
• All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
• UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.
• Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
• UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
• We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Benefits

Additional Information

Union: Non-Union New or Replacement: Replacement Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: Pharmacy Reports to: Pharmacy Clinical Site Leader Wage Range: $48.51 - $60.64 per hour Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week Shifts: Days Status: Permanent Full-Time Closing Date: June 25, 2026 Position Summary The Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmacy services to nephrology patients, with cross-coverage to other areas as required.

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