OPSEULAKERIDGE HEALTHPHARMACISTCORPORATE PHARMACY SERVICESPART TIME 8 HOUR; DAYS/WEEKENDS/ON-CALL (subject to change)LAKERIDGE HEALTH BOWMANVILLE/PORT PERRY/OSHAWA/AJAX-PICKERINGDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The Pharmacist is responsible for meeting the medication related needs of patients which will include resolving and preventing drug related problems. The principle responsibilities include working with patients and the healthcare team to provide direct patient care, participating in patient education, facilitating medication reconciliation activities, teaching of students, providing education to nursing and medical staff, and supporting the drug distribution system.QUALIFICATIONS:*Current registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists in Part A of the register;*Practical knowledge of pharmacology, current best practice clinical guidelines, and ability to interpret lab values *Strong clinical assessment skills in identifying and solving drug related problems;*Excellent medication counseling skills;*Demonstrated ability to research and provide drug information effectively to patients and other members of the multidisciplinary team;*Demonstrated excellent organizational skills;*Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team; *Demonstrated effective interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills;*Proven ability to exercise independent judgement and to assess situations and problems efficiently and effectively;*Previous hospital experience desired;*Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Compassion, Innovation, Courage and Trust;*Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area; and*Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining the same standard.SALARY: $46.87 - $54.68 per hourCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health.The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under Lakeridge Health's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.