CASUAL POSITION – PHARMACIST

JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the pharmacy manager and/or pharmacy supervisor, the pharmacist supports the efficient daily clinical operation of the pharmacy. This includes providing quality products and services to patients and acting as a drug information resource for internal stakeholders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and accrediting body standards. Practice pharmacy to full professional scope.
• Obtain, interpret, and evaluate physician medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness, cost-effectiveness, accuracy, and completeness.
• Provide technical and clinical drug information to patients, nurses, and physicians, including therapeutic actions, adverse reactions, and interactions.
• Participate in clinical activities with nurses and physicians as required.
• Collaborate and delegate appropriately to pharmacy personnel, patient support programs, scheduling, and nursing teams.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless, collaborative patient care.
• Monitor patients on treatment through routine follow-ups; document and collaborate based on results.
• Initiate, review, and update documentation per Bayshore Policy and Procedure (P&P).
• Follow procedures for drug and supply procurement; maintain accurate inventory levels, including narcotics and controlled substances.
• Ensure medication quality is maintained throughout the workflow up to patient receipt.
• Report adverse events according to Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain all legally required records accurately.
• Assist in training and orientation of new employees.
• Perform and document compounding checks and double checks per P&P.
• Prepare and/or check infusion supply orders, equipment programming (e.g., infusion pumps), and compounding sheets.
• Adhere to stability, compatibility guidelines, and quality control procedures.
• Perform accurate computer order-entry, labeling, and dispensing in accordance with College of Pharmacists regulations.
• Participate in performance improvement activities, educational programs, and departmental/branch meetings.
• Understand full pharmacy operations and perform other duties as assigned.