Staff Pharmacist – BC Centre for Disease Control

Job title: Staff Pharmacist – BC Centre for Disease Control

Job description: Staff Pharmacist

BC Centre for Disease Control

Vancouver, BC

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

The Staff Pharmacist provides quality pharmaceutical care to clients according to acceptable pharmacy practice, and provides day-to-day work direction to Pharmacy Assistant.

What you’ll do

• Provide quality pharmaceutical care by:

o entering and verifying ALL aspects of a prescription or order

o communicating with physicians and other health care providers to ensure optimal pharmaceutical care for the client

o dispensing prescriptions and verify its accuracy and quality in accordance with professional standards

o ensuring all professional duties are in compliance with legislation

o counseling patients on the therapeutic use and other related pharmaceutical care issues

o providing clinical or pharmaceutical information to clients or other health care providers

• Provide day-to-day work direction to pharmacy assistants by:

o verifying accuracy of work from data entry through to dispensing

o providing objectives and guidance pertaining to acceptable pharmacy practices

o providing instructions for operating computer programs

o providing guidelines pertaining to the shipment and packaging of medications

• Ensure proper storage and security of drugs and pharmacy files by:

o checking shelf-life of medications

o checking for quality assurance of products or supplies are acceptable to professional standards

o maintains products are safely and effectively stored under the appropriate storage conditions.

o maintaining security and confidentiality of pharmacy files and client information in keeping with established standards.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Bachelor of Pharmacy from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Licensing by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia (Regulatory Body) – Good Standing
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a pharmacist preferred.

You also have the ability to:

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing with clients, colleagues and physicians.
• Provide work direction.
• Perform work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work with Microsoft applications would be a strong asset.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Job Type: Casual
Wage: $38.49 to $48.13 per hour
Location: 655 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver BC, V5Z 4R4

Requisition # 124038

What we do

The (BCCDC) is dedicated to preventing and controlling communicable diseases and promoting environmental health for the province of BC.

BCCDC is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

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PHSA and BCCDC are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Labor Agreement Health Science Professionals
Requisition # CAS-124038E-2374397
Work Site 655 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver BC, V5Z 4R4
Job Type Casual, Part-Time
Salary/Rate $43.40 – $54.25 / Hour
FTE .00
Hours of Work 08:30-16:30
Work Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Expiry Date 14-Apr-2022

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