Clinical Pharmacist - Full Time

Full-Time Clinical Pharmacist

We are seeking passionate, collaborative, and patient-focused individuals to join our team!

At London Drugs, you’re not just an employee you’re family. That’s why we call ourselves a pharmacist-first pharmacy : at every one of our locations, you’ll find a community-oriented working environment that offers you a balanced life and rewarding career.

The primary focus of this role is to lead clinical services for the pharmacy department including but not limited to patient care activities and networking with other health care providers and patient groups in the community.

Responsibilities also include dispensing medication and providing pharmaceutical care to customers as part of the pharmacy team.

Our family-owned business has been around for over 75 years, and our pharmacy has been at the heart of what we do since day one.

We believe that a great deal of our success comes from supporting our pharmacists to ensure they have a fulfilling career.

Some of the ways we support our pharmacists are :

• Flexible hours to adapt to your lifestyle and priorities
• Salaries commensurate with experience & potential to earn bonuses
• Advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies
• Multiple pharmacists always on shift
• Dynamic healthcare team of pharmacists, nurses, technicians, and assistants.
• Pharmacy technology for efficient prescription assessment, prescribing, dispensing, workflow, and patient communication
• Private consultation rooms and semi-private seated counselling booths for confidential patient interactions

Primary responsibilities of the Clinical Pharmacist include :

• Provide a variety of clinical services to exercise full scope of practice, including but not limited to minor ailments and contraception services (MACS), medication and vaccine injections, medication reviews, adaptations, extensions, medication management, point-of-care testing.
• Promote the clinical services of the pharmacy team in the community
• Use technology appropriately and proficiently to aid in efficient delivery of clinical services
• Contribute to patient education activities in store and in the community
• Mentor other pharmacy team members to confidently deliver basic clinical services
• Keep up to date on all provincial / national pharmacy regulations and protocols.
• Knowledgeable of public vaccination programs, recommend and administer a variety of medication and vaccine injections.
• Potential for participating in media / marketing opportunities on variety of platforms.
• Seek opportunities for growth and development of clinical skills and specialty certifications.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain proficiency in all clinical services

Qualifications and Experience :

• Bachelor’s or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution.
• Licensed pharmacist, registered and in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia
• Practical experience in community pharmacy, 1 year minimum an asset
• Injection certified and comfortable administering injections to ages 4 years and older
• Clinical certifications or designations (CDE, CTH, CRE, CTE, or others) an asset

Successful applicants will also demonstrate :

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
• A desire to provide genuine caring and compassionate patient-centered care
• Experience and confidence providing the BC pharmacist expanded scope of practice
• Proficient use of computers and ability to utilize technology for patient records, appointment scheduling, and efficient provision of pharmacy services.
• Proficient use of resources and scientific literature to support clinical decisions
• Scheduling :
• Full time, 8 hour shifts
• Flexible schedule, Monday to Sunday with a mixture of days and evenings

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including :

• Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Company matched RRSPs after 2 years
• Employee Discount Program
• Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses
• Employee Family Assistance Program (includes free confidential counseling and support)
• Employee Recognition Program
• Community involvement opportunities
Scheduling :
• Full time
• Full time
• Flexible schedule, mixture of days and evenings

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription drug and vision coverage for you and your family Ensuring you and your family are taken care of Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses Lifelong learning Employee Family Assistance Program Free confidential counseling Company matched RRSPs Helping you plan for your future Health & Wellness Enjoy discounted memberships with Goodlife Fitness Employee Recognition Program Tangible rewards for great work! Employee Discount Program Sharing our success