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 effective 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 professional 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:

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)

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
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.
Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU).

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📌 Pharmacist, Pharmacy – Temporary Full-Time (Quebec City)
🏢 CHEO
📍 Quebec City