Pharmacist 3 (PH03)

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy Services, the incumbent acts as Chief Pharmacist, planning and directing pharmacy practice activities to ensure the delivery of quality services that meet patient needs across all service points in the zone. They establish operational policies and procedures in compliance with laws, regulations, standards of practice, Accreditation Canada standards, and Vitalité Health Network policies and procedures; plan clinical activities aligned with the department’s and organization’s strategic plans and identified needs; and oversee clinical processes, the associated budget, the procurement of pharmaceutical products, equipment, and supplies, as well as human resources, risk management, and the quality program. The incumbent also participates in identifying research project needs and actively contributes to such projects as required. They determine student placement capacity for professional training programs and ensure the quality of supervision for students completing internships within the department. The incumbent holds the pharmacy service operating certificate issued by the New Brunswick College of Pharmacists.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Registration with the New Brunswick College of Pharmacists and possession of a license to practice in New Brunswick;
• Minimum of five (5) years of hospital pharmacy experience;
• Master’s degree or residency in hospital pharmacy, an asset;
• Progressive, relevant professional experience demonstrating leadership skills;
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and software commonly used within the Network;
• Interest in pursuing personal and professional development as required to meet the demands of the position;
• Ability to incorporate evidence-based data into decision-making;
• Supervisory skills;
• Communication and interpersonal skills;
• Leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills;
• Sense of responsibility and planning and organizational skills;
• Ability to adapt to change;
• Time management and priority-setting skills;
• Coaching, teaching, and professional development support skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform the assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethical principles, the Network’s management philosophy, and organizational values;
• Compliance with the rules of confidentiality set by Vitalité Health Network.

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.