Compensation Pay Range: $52.15-$64.50
Position Summary The Pharmacy Department at CHEO operates on a 24 hour basis, 7 days a week, every day of the year. Pharmacists need to be available to work any shifts including weekends, evenings and overnights.
Job Description Responsible for the safe, accurate and efficient dispensing of medications
Supervises all work performed by the pharmacy assistants and technicians which includes dispensing of medications, sterile and non sterile compounding, calculations, etc
Maintains clinical expertise in at least one area of clinical pharmacy practice
Provides drug information to physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team, as well as to patients
Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly fashion
Rotates through dispensary, sterile and non sterile compounding and clinical staff pharmacists’ duties
Shares evening, week-end and overnight coverage
Shares the responsibility of training and/or orienting of new personnel with respect to drug distribution and clinical service aspects of his/her designated area
Performs the duties of a preceptor for pharmacy students, interns and residents
Contributes and/or assists in the organization of departmental publications and presentations
Maintains knowledge of current hospital and pharmacy policies and ensures compliance
Assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of pharmacy programs and services
Participates in departmental Quality Assurance programs, drug utilization reviews, workload measurements
Undertakes special projects as assigned
Completes professional activities on a daily basis
Initiates and/or completes medication incident reports as required
Participates on hospital or departmental committees as assigned
Attends and participates in departmental and hospital meetings such as pharmacist meeting, Staff Meeting, Education seminars
Maintains qualified conduct and standards in all aspects of his/her work and when interacting with hospital staff and the public




Cover Kid Care Pharmacy as required
Performs other duties as assigned by the Pharmacy manager
Qualifications Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)
Graduate of a Pharmacy degree from a recognized university (Essential)
Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice pharmacy by The Ontario College of Pharmacist (Essential)
Minimum of two (2) years experience as a Hospital Pharmacist (Preferred)
Bilingual (English/ French) (Preferred)
Completion of a hospital pharmacy residency program at a recognized Canadian teaching hospital and /or at least five (5) years experience in hospital (Preferred)
Timeline may be extended or shortened based on operational needs
Location Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer.
Benefits competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork
place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded
family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve
chance to grow — personally and professionally — through our comprehensive orientation program
on-the-job learning support for continued education and learning
potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit
truly unique work environment
workplace atmosphere benefits employee communications training and skills development community involvement




Equal Opportunity Employer CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process.
All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Company Highlights CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives.
CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system.
CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024 and 2025 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years.
For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region.
Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.

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