Pharm D Degree

Position #: 9011652

Expected Start Date: To be determined. Open until filled. 

Union: HSAS

Facility: Addictions Treatment Centre - Regina

City/Town: Regina

Department: Virtual Access to Addictions Medicine (VAAM)

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.5

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends and Stats

Number of Hours per Rotation: 7 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Pharmacist - Degree $51.369 to $59.751

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Reporting to the Manager, the Pharmacist-PharmD-Degree is committed to the integration of knowledge and skill in the provision of quality, client-focused pharmacy services and the ongoing development and optimization of contemporary pharmacist directed patient care activities in a multi-disciplinary team environment within the SHA. As an integral member of the team, the incumbent is responsible for chronic disease counselling, medication-related needs of patients, the provision of drug information to physicians, other health care professionals and the patient, and will serve as a preceptor to other pharmacists, pharmacy residents, and pharmacy undergraduate students, as required. The incumbent will also be involved in multi-disciplinary education and research. Working as part of this multi-disciplinary care team, the pharmacist must have the ability to establish effective, trusting working relationships with patients, healthcare teams and other resource providers. The Pharmacist-PharmD- Degree will assist in the planning and development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of VAAM programming. The successful candidate will be required to assist the team in collecting, analyzing and reporting data. The goal is to support clients in community so that they can successfully manage and lessen their dependency on our acute system.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BSP)Entry-level Degree

Memberships

• Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals (SCPP)

Knowledge and Abilities

• ability to identify, prevent and solve drug-therapy problems
• Demonstrates self-direction
• Clinical knowledge and experience to enhance patient care through drug therapy
• Articulate theory and knowledge related to pharmaceutical care
• Knowledge of disease & syndromes common in medically& socially complex clients
• Knowledge of current trends, issues & best practice in addiction medicine
• Knowledge of client exp. & client support required along the continuum of care
• Comprehensive knowledge of pharmacology and therapeutics
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
• Requires proficiency with a variety of computer applications
• Knowledge of Saskatchewan Drug Plan programs & relevant legislation ®ulations
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrates ability to plan & carry out responsibilities w/ minimal supervision
• Competencies: Leadership Skills
• Demonstrates ability to accept and implement change
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Standards and application of such
• Ability to understand social, economic and policy issues in all populations
• Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal/consultative relationships 
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills

Other Information

• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced during the rotation stipulated when a statutory holiday is recognized during that period.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

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Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.