Pharmacist

Position Summary
Join Our Team as a Pharmacist at Penticton Regional Hospital!

Are you seeking to elevate your career in healthcare while immersing yourself in the beauty of the Okanagan Valley? Look no further! We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacist I to join our team at Penticton Regional Hospital in British Columbia.

Applicable positions may qualify for up to $15,000 as a recruitment incentive.

What You’ll Work On:
As a Pharmacist I, you will play a crucial role in providing distribution pharmacy services in alignment with our organization’s vision and values. You will interpret medication orders and prescriptions, ensuring their therapeutic suitability, and dispense medications efficiently and accurately. Your responsibilities include compounding and labeling medications, completing dispensing records, and using a computerized medication information system to maintain compliance with legal, professional, and departmental standards.

You will communicate with physicians, patients, and other healthcare team members to clarify prescriptions and resolve any issues. Additionally, you will instruct patients on the proper use, administration, storage, and disposal of medications, and inform them about potential side effects. Your role also involves participating in data collection for medication use evaluation projects, implementing dispensary-based medication safety initiatives, and contributing to quality control activities. By participating in internal publications and clinical drug trials, you will ensure that all procedures are in accordance with established standards. Furthermore, you will assess prescriptions for therapeutic suitability by referencing primary drug information texts, interpreting laboratory data, and reviewing patient-specific demographics.

Position Details:
This position offers rotating day shifts, providing flexibility and work-life balance.

How We’ll Support Your Growth:
At Interior Health, we’re committed to helping you grow both personally and professionally. You’ll receive a customized orientation, immediate support from experienced colleagues, and access to continuous education opportunities. Joining our interdisciplinary environment, you’ll be empowered to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the personal pursuits available within our vibrant community.

Why Choose Interior Health:
We offer a work environment conducive to the growth and development of strong pharmacist skills, comprehensive benefits package, relocation support, access to clinical resources, and continuous educational opportunities. Experience the balanced lifestyle of the Okanagan Valley while maintaining the quality of life you desire.

Apply Today:
Join us as we build clinical pharmacy practice across Interior Health through innovation, progression, and dedication. Take the next step in your career and apply today to become a part of our dynamic team at Penticton Regional Hospital!

Discover the beauty of the Okanagan Valley: from world-renowned wineries to breathtaking outdoor adventures, Penticton offers endless opportunities for exploration and relaxation. Embrace the lifestyle of a vibrant community nestled amidst stunning landscapes and thriving cultural scenes. Join us and experience the best of both worlds – professional fulfillment and personal enrichment!

Qualfications
• Current registration as a Pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
• Active membership in the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists is encouraged.