Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Participates in relevant rounds and care conferences to ensure safe and appropriate prescribing decisions are made, patient outcomes are monitored and adverse drug events are prevented
- Identifies, prevents and resolves drug-related problems by conducting medication reviews, and developing and monitoring patient care plans. Communicates patient care plans to the interprofessional team, patient, family and / or Substitute Decision Maker
- Ensures the seamlessness of continuum of care by conducting medication reconciliation when patients are transferred to or discharged from Baycrest
- Ensures appropriate and accurate preparation and dispensing of medications to designated Hospital programs
- Participates in departmental medication management projects and Pharmacy clinical programs
- Provides education to Pharmacy students as per the requirements of the Faculties of Pharmacy (University of Toronto and University of Waterloo)
- Provides oversight and direction for Pharmacy Technician(s)
- Ensures best practices are implemented and maintained to enhance medication safety and patient safety
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications include but are not limited to :
Current and valid license to practice as a Pharmacist from the Ontario College of Pharmacists (Part A)Minimum of 2 years of hospital pharmacy experienceHospital Pharmacy Residency from an accredited institution or Doctor of Pharmacy DegreeDemonstrated expertise in the provision of pharmaceutical careSelf-motivation, excellent communication and organization skills requiredComputer skills that include the ability to work with Microsoft Office Software including Excel, Word & OutlookExperience with Meditech preferredWell-developed critical appraisal, critical thinking skills and an approach to work that is detail oriented and analyticalDemonstrated ability to work as an effective member of the interdisciplinary teamAdditional Benefits :
Vacation EntitlementOpportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)Access to 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Program