10 Nov
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CareRx
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Calgary
The Clinical Pharmacist plays a vital role in supporting safe transitions of care through CareRx's BOOMR® pharmacist-led medication reconciliation program. Working remotely and collaboratively with residents/patients, families/POAs, prescribers, nursing teams and pharmacy colleagues, the pharmacist develops comprehensive Best Possible Medication Histories (BPMHs), identifies and resolves medication discrepancies, and supports safe, accurate and timely medication reconciliation for residents entering long-term care, retirement living and other congregate care settings.
Why you should join CareRx:
Collaborative Team: Work with colleagues who share a passion for shaping the future of senior care.
Make a Real Impact: Feel fulfilled knowing your work directly benefits others within the communities we serve.
Flexible Benefits: For eligible roles, enjoy flexible medical and dental coverage that fits your needs.
Defined Work Schedule: Offers a healthy work-life balance with predictable hours.
Focus on Care: Work in an environment where your clinical expertise takes priority — without the demands of retail pharmacy.
Supportive Culture: Be part of a respectful, inclusive workplace where collaboration, connection and shared purpose drive everything we do.
Stability and Growth: Join a well-established Canadian company with a strong foundation for job security and opportunities to grow your career.
Appreciation in Action: We recognize great work through peer-nominated awards, team shout‐outs and everyday moments of appreciation.
Celebrations and Community: From cultural events to team socials and holiday fun — we make time to connect, celebrate and enjoy the moments that bring us together.
Role Accountabilities
- Conduct formal medication reconciliation in accordance with CareRx policies and procedures for residents transitioning into long-term care, retirement living and other congregate care settings.
- Develop comprehensive BPMHs using multiple reliable sources, including medication records, pharmacy histories, clinical information and resident or family/POA interviews.
- Review relevant clinical information and assess medication regimens for accuracy, appropriateness, dosing, duplication, interactions, omissions and opportunities for medication optimization or deprescribing.
- Identify, document and resolve medication discrepancies, collaborating with prescribers and escalating urgent clinical concerns through appropriate clinical pathways when required.
- Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care in collaboration with prescribers, nursing teams and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Communicate evidence-informed recommendations that support safe, appropriate and resident‐centred medication therapy and informed prescribing decisions.
- Work with the healthcare team to develop strategies that optimise resident care during transitions and improve clinical outcomes.
- Coordinate with residents, families/POAs, care teams, prescribers and pharmacy operations to support seamless transitions and continuity of medication information.
- Maintain complete,
accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards, CareRx policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Support quality‐improvement activities and programme initiatives related to medication reconciliation, medication safety and transitions of care.
- Contribute to a consistent, collaborative and high‐quality pharmacy service for partner facilities.
What You Will Bring to the Team
- Registered and in good standing as a pharmacist with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (RPh).
- Previous experience in long‐term care pharmacy, hospital pharmacy or another clinically focused practice setting is required; experience with older adults and transitions of care is an asset.
- Strong clinical knowledge of medication management and the ability to assess complex medication regimens.
- Demonstrated analytical, clinical judgment and problem‐solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with residents, families, prescribers, nurses and other healthcare professionals in a virtual care environment.
- Solid attention to detail with the ability to organise, prioritise and manage multiple time‐sensitive cases effectively.
- Self‐motivated and results‐oriented, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a centralised interdisciplinary team.
- Comfortable using technology to support medication management, clinical monitoring and documentation in a paperless work environment.
- Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, standardised practice and resident‐centred care.
📌 Clinical Pharmacist – Medication Reconciliation (Calgary)
🏢 CareRx
📍 Calgary