Pharmacist - Lethbridge, AB

Introduction

We are seeking a registered Pharmacist to join our client's organization which is located in Lethbridge, Alberta. Under the general direction of the designated Pharmacy Manager, the Pharmacist is responsible for, but not limited to, ensuring that all prescriptions are dispensed accurately and safely while providing pharmaceutical patient care ensuring the highest level of therapeutic appropriateness for patients. The Pharmacist responds to a variety of scenarios including, but not limited to: verifying safe and appropriate medication administration, assessing and dispensing critical medications, rapidly responding to palliative care prescriptions, and arranging drug deliveries with our delivery team. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity available immediately.

We are seeking candidates who possess experience as a pharmacist or new graduates who are currently licensed and in good standing health with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP). This role has an "on-call" shift that occurs every six/seven weeks where the Pharmacist will be responsible for being on-call overnight (5 PM - 9 AM MST) for one week at a time. If required, the Pharmacist will have to go into the location to complete the prescription. Further details will be provided throughout the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with all members of the pharmacy team to ensure medication orders are dispensed accurately, safely, timely and completely.
• Complete daily tasks in accordance with established workplace policies and procedures.
• Consult with members of the pharmacy management team when there are unresolved issues surrounding day to day work functions.
• Provide exceptional customer care to pharmacy patients and home partners.
• Communicate with all members of the resident care team while maintaining professionalism by following corporate policies ensuring the highest standard of customer care and quality of pharmacy service.
• Manage medication procedure/profile reviews with associated documentation of recommendations.
• Follow all provincial and federal laws, standards and regulations which govern the practice of pharmacy at all times.
• Follow all corporate regulations, policies, and procedures at all times.
• Assists in maintaining and monitoring of pharmacy inventory.
• Participates in the training and support for newly hired and existing pharmacy team members when required.