Higher Talent Healthcare is seeking experienced Clinical Pharmacists for permanent, full-time positions with Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services. Opportunities are available in Clarenville, Grand Falls–Windsor, and Happy Valley–Goose Bay, NL.

Who is NL Health Services

We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.

At NL Health Services, we believe that our people —employees, doctors and volunteers —make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.

If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.

The Community

Sitting on the edge of the Atlantic, Newfoundland and Labrador’s rugged beauty, breathtaking coastlines and “salt of the earth” people will draw you in. The culture, the character and the comfort you will experience here will make you feel truly at home. A perfect place to put down roots while growing your professional career, this province offers a mix of modern amenities, historical charm and nature’s wonders all in one – just what the doctor ordered, you might say.

Job Summary

NL Health Services Pharmacy Department is seeking a motivated professional to fill a Clinical Pharmacist IE position. The position will require involvement in both drug distribution activities and clinical services. Specifically, this would involve working in an interdisciplinary team setting to optimize patient outcomes by enhancing the efficacy and safety of pharmacotherapy. The Clinical Pharmacist will be required to effectively manage multi-disease states and complex pharmacotherapy regimens. As a teaching facility, the Clinical Pharmacist will be a preceptor to Pharmacy students and will provide on-going pharmacotherapy education to a variety of health care professionals and students both informally and through formal presentations. Participation in committees and relevant working groups may be required.

There is an expectation that the Clinical Pharmacist will be on-call and will provide relief to other areas as needed. This position maintains accountability to the Professional Practice Consultant for Pharmacy for integrity and professional practice issues.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include(but are not limited to):

• Occasionally lifts objects less than 10 lbs.
• Regularly stands or walks when performing activities.
• Constantly uses fine finger/precision work using hand tools; visual concentration is required to read and interpret drug orders, calculate dosages, ensure medications are dispensed properly, read clinical studies, drug monographs, patient-specific laboratory results, and to inspect and check drug amounts/preparations.
• A high level of alertness and concentration is required to do this work.
• There is lack of control over the work pace and works under tight time pressures.
• Regularly prepares compounds or dispenses toxic drugs, IV mixtures, etc., and when performing this activity, is constantly exposed to hazardous chemicals.

Job Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized School of Pharmacy is required.
• Current licensure and in good standing with the Newfoundland and Labrador Pharmacy Board is required.
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree is an asset.
• Completion of a hospital residency program is an asset.
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated specialized clinical pharmacy services as defined by the site such pharmacokinetic/therapeutic drug evaluations/monitoring and anticoagulation assessment/monitoring.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data to problem-solve and make decisions effectively.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving and decision making using a systems approach.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary environment and provide clinical consultation.
• Ability to work autonomously prioritizing patient needs.
• Demonstrated effective communication, both verbally and in writing with co-workers, patients and their families.
• Exhibited strong written and oral communication skills as well as the ability to deliver/facilitate effective presentations.
• Possessed proven analytical, collaboration and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide direction, supervision, mentorship and training to students.
• Proven ability to assume professional responsibility for safe, ethical and effective practice.

Hours

• 75 bi-weekly (8-hour shifts; days, weekends, standby)

Salary and Incentives

• Salary: CG-41 (CAD48.90 – CAD55.24 per hour) which includes any negotiated wage adjustment and/or supplement as applicable
• The following Sign-on-Incentive may be applicable:

1. Come Home incentive up to $50,000
2. Signing bonus up to $10,000
3. Relocation support
4. Student bursary up to $10,000

For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives.ca *Subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually.

Whether Newfoundland and Labrador is your home, or you are ready to make Newfoundland and Labrador your new home, we would love to hear from you regarding your interest in this exciting lifestyle and career opportunity!

For more information, please reach out to Jacqui Janes, Recruiter, at jacqui@highertalent.ca

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We embrace diversity. Individuals who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills are encouraged to apply. Applicants considered for the position will be subject to a background check. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. This opportunity is open to both candidates legally entitled to work in Canada as well as candidates meeting the immigration requirements to relocate.