Type: Replacement

Duration: Up to 18 months An exciting opportunity as a Temporary Full-Time, Pharmacist reporting to the Clinical Manager. Your practice areas will include our Osteoporosis, Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, and other ambulatory clinics such as Menopause Clinic. You will be involved in clinical and drug distribution functions.

Summary of duties but not limited to: Patient Care:

- Collaborate with team and patients to develop, prioritize, implement, monitor and assess comprehensive pharmaceutical care plans• Support the patients in the program with more complex pharmaceutical needs• Perform medication reconciliation in a variety of practice settings• Provide direct patient care through prescription counseling and communication of vital drug information/monitoring parameters• Determine appropriate therapeutic options to resolve or prevent drug-related problems• Perform pharmacokinetic consultations, therapeutic interventions, and adverse drug reaction reporting as required• Contribute to the development of chronic disease management models/protocols• Assist with applications for drug coverage as requiredConsultation:
- Act as a resource and serve as a consultant to physicians, nurse practitioners and other team members throughout the institution for medication management and drug information related questions• Consultation and collaboration with team members as required• Communicate with hospital and community staff and other team members to ensure seamless careEducation:
- Educate and update team members with respect to most current drug-related guidelines and evidence-based research• Participate in structured or informal teaching of pharmacy residents and students, medical residents, clerks and other learners• Participate in pharmacy education rounds as opportunities arise (e.g. journal clubs)Health Promotion/Advocacy:




- Carry out health promotion through group and/or individual patient counseling/education• Foster an environment of safe medication practices through systems analysisDrug Distribution:
- Accurately interpret physician’s orders as written and perform final product check prior to dispensing as required• Judge appropriateness of physicians’ orders and facilitate changes if necessary• Monitor all patient profiles for drug indication, effectiveness, safety and cost compliance parameters upon order entry and follow up• Participate in on call responsibilities
- Performs work within the Epic and/or Willow Inventory SystemResearch:
- Promote evidence-based clinical practice• Actively participate in and/or generate patient oriented quality of care and safety projects and research within Women’s College Hospital as necessaryAdministration:
- Participate in WCH committees and departmental committees as required• Participate in policy and procedure development and evaluation• Participate in accreditation and quality related workAs a role model and champion you will work to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.The responsibilities described above are representative and are not to be construed as all-inclusive.

Qualifications Current registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists is required with Part A licensure

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD),



Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree or equivalent required

Completion of Pharmacy Practice Residency Program an asset

One year of work experience in ambulatory care is preferred

Completion of Epic and/or Willow Inventory training an asset

Current membership in one or more professional association (i.e.

Ontario Pharmacists

Association, Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists, Canadian Pharmacists Association) is considered an asset

Excellent clinical skills and expert knowledge of pharmacotherapy A strong commitment to team-based patient and family-centered care

Skills in leadership, critical thinking, organization and communication A clear understanding of their professional scope of practice

Expertise in developing and maintaining excellent working relationships with all members of the health care team and partner organizations

Excellent decision making, problem recognition, problem solving skills, negotiation and conflict resolution skills The ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment

Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development

Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance record

Knowledge of and working experience with computer systems and applications

Knowledge of heath record documentation within an electronic medical record

Experience mentoring both formally and informally with demonstrated leadership skills

Proven attendance and punctuality.

Professional behaviour and communication that meets the standards of the professional regulatory college or association, as applicable, and the standards of Women’s College Hospital

This position plays a critical role in acting as an advocate for safety and will demonstrate principles, practices and processes that will optimize a safe workplace for all

📌 Pharmacist - Osteoporosis, Rheumatology, Gastroenterology and the Menopause Clinic (Toronto)
🏢 Women’s College Hospital
📍 Toronto