Pharmacist

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Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare. Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. We serve a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto. Equity, inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our team. We use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care, giving staff and physicians more time with patients, eliminating inefficiencies and reducing errors. We are affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and are committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Our research strategy is framed by Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection.

As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way on our journey towards high reliability care. Join our pharmacy department to provide safe and effective medication preparation and distribution to all clinical units and outpatient areas.

Employment Status

Part Time

Hours of Work

Available to work rotating shifts (Monday to Friday, weekends & statutory holidays). Part time and temporary part time staff are required to provide availability and be available for 3-4 shifts per week including weekends per operational need.

Location

May require travel among all HRH sites.

Labour Group

OPSEU 590

Reporting Relationship

Manager, Pharmacy Services

Hourly Salary

$48.21 - $64.50

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for the provision of clinical pharmacy services to improve patients’ quality of life.
• Other “drug use control” responsibilities, including review of physician’s orders, creation and maintenance of computerized patient medication profiles, IV admixture, TPN, pediatric and chemotherapy preparation, drug information, drug therapy monitoring, and adverse drug reaction reporting.
• Computer Provider Order Entry (CPOE) and verification of prescriptions in the MEDITECH system, clinical pharmacotherapy monitoring, checks of chemotherapy, and selective medication dispensing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required. Pharm D an asset.
• Current registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required – Part A.
• Previous hospital experience in unit dose and/or IV additive preferred.
• Hospital residency program or equivalent an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize a consistent and varied workload.
• Ability to direct and teach staff.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills required to facilitate effective communication with patients, peers, other health care providers, and volunteers.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, prevent and resolve drug-related problems.
• Good understanding of change management; must identify change needs and proactively act.
• Effective negotiation and conflict management/resolution skills required.
• Excellent attendance and discipline-free record required.
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

These vacancies will be filled in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and Ontario Public Service Employee Union Local 590.

Why Choose Humber River Health?

Our staff, physicians and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. Recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc., we support employees with evidence-based leadership and a culture that consistently excels in staff, physician and volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Humber River Health commits to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do, we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity‑deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. Diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative, and compassionate care.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.