Career Opportunities

Full Time Pharmacist Manager - Northview Pharmacy

posted on Nov 29, 2021

Northview Compounding Pharmacy is looking to hire a full-time pharmacist manager commencing Jan 3, 2022. The pharmacy is located in a modern, beautiful facility co-located with a physician’s office and other allied health professionals in the heart of Lonsdale. We have developed strong relationships with our customers, community and local healthcare providers and pride ourselves in hiring highly dedicated and passionate staff, who go the extra mile to deliver outstanding service.

We are looking for a candidate with great interpersonal and leadership skills. The pharmacy has access to CareConnect. Knowledge of Kroll software is an asset. Excellent compensation of $45-50/hour in addition to monthly performance-based bonuses. No Sundays and no late evening shifts. Low stress environment. Pharmacy license, insurance coverage.

This posting will remain up until the position is filled.

 

 

Part Time Pharmacist - North Delta

posted on Apr 28, 2021

Delta Prescription Clinic is looking for a part time pharmacist 2 days per week and an occasional Saturday morning. There is possibility of increasing to 3-4 days per week.

Some experience is an asset, along with an interest in compounding.

Please apply to deltaprescription@gmail.com

This posting will stay up until the posting is filled.

Delta Prescription clinic is an equal opportunities employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Full Time Pharmacist Needed

posted on Mar 5, 2021

Location:
Similkameen Pharmacy is a well-established independent practice, situated in the vibrant village of Keremeos. Andreen’s is an independent practice located in lovely West Kelowna. We require a full-time pharmacist to work between the two locations.

Our staff have built close relationships with our patients, other healthcare professionals and various health facilities within and around the community.

Why work here?
Our staff are committed, competent, energetic, and involved in the community. Keremeos, West Kelowna, and the surrounding area have amazing opportunities for hiking, cycling, downhill and x-country skiing, kayaking, stand-up paddle-boarding, and wine-tasting. Candidate could live in Penticton, West Kelowna, or Keremeos.

We share support staff and skill sets including wound and ostomy care, foot care, compression stocking fitting, and specialty compounding with our two other affiliated pharmacies. There is also an opportunity to expand the practice depending on the interest of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities include:

  • Share dispensary and clinical pharmacy duties with staff pharmacist and registered technician
  • Perform medication reviews and follow-ups in the pharmacy, as well as in the community
  • Assist in managing the day-to-day operations in the pharmacy
  • Collaborate with other health care professionals within the community, as well as within the company
  • Communicate with Interior Health Authority to ensure patients immunizations and immunization records are up to date.

Characteristics and Qualifications of the successful candidate include:

  • Licensed and in good standing with the College of Pharmacists in BC
  • Injection-certified
  • Completion of CPBC Methadone Maintenance Treatment Program (2013) and/or BCPhA Opioid Agonist Treatment Compliance (can be acquired after hiring)
  • Aptitude to identify and visualize professional practice opportunities
  • Leadership to grow the business and develop fellow members of the team
  • Motivation and commitment to practice full scope in an evidence-based approach
  • The company will pay annual pharmacist registration fees with the College of Pharmacists of BC, provide a cell phone and basic plan (after probationary period is over), and offer a comprehensive medical and dental benefits plan.

Salary: $85,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Start Date:  As soon as possible

Please email your cover letter and resume to L.bonertz@teampractice.ca

We thank you for your interest.  Please note that only those that qualify will be contacted.

This posting will stay up until the posting is filled.

Part-Time Pharmacist in Bowen Island

posted on Sep 4, 2020
Position Title: Pharmacist-part time (24-32 hours per week)
Reporting To: Pharmacy Manager


Location:

Bowen Island, BC
20 minute ferry ride from West Vancouver, BC (runs every hour & fees are covered)

Join a fun, professional, and inclusive staff at a locally owned and operated pharmacy with an emphasis on community relationships. As a people-friendly business, Cates places special emphasis on counseling. In fact, its staff brings all its expertise to bear in providing personalized service.

"Bowen Island is an idyllic destination in the middle of Howe Sound, just a 20-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver. Quiet and alluring, a short distance from Vancouver, it’s a welcome escape from the stresses of city life." - www.tourismbowenisland.com

Why this role is important?

SUMMARY:

To manage the overall operations of the Pharmacy, including providing consultation to both customers and health care providers, practice to full scope in providing professional services, dispensing medication, and assisting in the maintenance of the dispensary.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pharmacy and Customer Service

  • Acknowledge all customers approaching the Pharmacy, offer assistance promptly and in a courteous and professional manner
  • Practice within federal/provincial, regulatory/legal requirements, provincial Code of Ethics, Standards of  Practice, and Policies, demonstrating professional integrity and acting to uphold a high level of professional standard of practice
  • Ensure all privacy requirements are met, including customer confidentiality and consent management
  • Provide counselling on prescriptions, over the counter/behind the counter products and all health related issues, including but not limited to indications, contra-indications, adverse effects, drug interactions and dosage
  • Practice to full extent of expanded scope with Professional Services, within your capability
  • Be clearly identifiable to the public
  • Ensure accuracy and appropriateness of all prescriptions dispensed
  • Communicate with other health care professionals within the circle of care to provide optimal customer care
  • Maintain all records required in accordance with legislation, standards of practice, and policy, i.e. customer records, narcotic and controlled drug records
  • Promote health and wellness and educate customers and as appropriate, engage with customers both in and outside the store through community events, clinics etc.
  • Provide timely and positive resolutions to customer needs and requests from other healthcare providers
  • Promote Pharmacy campaigns, programs and services as appropriate 

Workflow and Inventory Management

  • Control access to the dispensary with respect to inventory and patient confidentiality
  • Review and maintain Workflow Queues on a daily basis
  • Review of stock to identify expired inventory
  • Oversight of current stock levels and medication orders from wholesaler
  • Ensure all requirements for documentation and control of substances under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Regulations are met and reporting to Health Canada and regulatory bodies as necessary is completed
  • Ensure proper preparation, packaging, distribution and storage of all inventory including those that require special handling and training, these could include but are not limited to vaccines, serums, biological and other drugs and pharmaceuticals

Operations

  • Ensure entry/pickup workstations, counselling/waiting areas, and work islands reflect an appropriate image of the Pharmacy
  • Ensure inventory is placed in appropriate areas
  • At shift change, communicate all outstanding issues to corresponding team members
  • Ensure all Pharmacy team members are in compliance with the uniform policy
  • Involvement with financial reports as appropriate
  • Identify and report business-building opportunities, both internally and externally, and action where appropriate

Leadership & Supervision

  • Ensure pharmacy team works cohesively to complete necessary activities
  • Support ongoing training for all Pharmacy team members

Education & Professional Licensing

  • Valid license to practice in the province

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

  • Independent thinking and decision making - makes decisions when dealing with issues or problems
  • Plan, coordinate and delegate assignments and provide coaching to Pharmacy colleagues
  • Proven ability to drive and build the business, lead by example and support enterprise programs
  • Prioritize activities quickly in response to changing initiatives
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Commitment to providing exceptional customer service
  • Superior customer relations skills and a strong sense of professionalism
  • Strong problem-solving skills including experience formulating and executing action plans
  • Strong personal computing skills and knowledge of Pharmacy systems a definite asset
  • Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed to provide a healthy and safe work environment for all colleagues
  • Complete mandatory training and voluntary continuing education workshops, as needed

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Why work at Cates Medicine Centre on Bowen Island?

Staff at our pharmacy would answer this question with another question: Why would anyone work in the hustle and bustle of the crowded city when you can have meaningful relationships with people from this tightly knit community and work in the relaxing environment of a beautiful island, yet be so close to the mainland!

At Cates, we emphasize employee wellness and workplace fulfilment while we, as a cohesive team, strive to deliver the highest quality care and service to our appreciative community!

As a pharmacist on Bowen Island, you can continue to monitor the health and well-being of your regular patients while providing welcoming service to tourists and new customers alike. You will, in turn, be treated to a rewarding list of benefits, competitive salary, commuting allowance, and employee appreciation events.

If you're looking to expand your horizons and experience a wonderful chapter in your career, we look forward to hearing from you! We are looking to find the right fit for this position as soon as possible!

Part-time hours: 24-32 per week

Please forward your resume with a covering letter to 

Expected start date: as soon as possible. This position will be open until filled.

 

 

Network/Systems Administrator

posted on Jul 25, 2019
Position Title Network / Systems Administrator
Reporting To Manager, Information Systems
General Description:

The Network / Systems Administrator is a full-time position responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, operations, security, monitoring and analysis of the corporate information technology environment which includes networking, software and hardware components.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Installing operating system software, patches and upgrades
  • Analyzing, troubleshooting and resolving system hardware, software and networking issues
  • Configuring, optimizing, fine-tuning and monitoring operating system software and servers
  • Providing technical support for member pharmacies, customer pharmacies and staff
  • Performing system backups and recovery
  • Conducting server builds
  • Mainframe hardware administration
Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong problem solving, analytical and communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • A self-starter, able to take direction, works well independently with little supervision in a collaborative team environment
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • An in-depth technical knowledge of systems hardware and software
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Experience using SQL would be an asset.
  • Familiar and well versed in using Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word and Powerpoint
Educational Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree, diploma or certificate in computer systems / information technology or a related field
  • 1-2 years prior work experience in an I.T. related position
  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) / Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
  • CompTIA A+ / CompTIA Network+ / CompTIA Server+ Certification
  • VMware Professional Certification or pervious work experience
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification would be an asset
  • IBM Certified System Administrator or past IBMi work experience would be an asset
How to Apply:

Posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Interested parties should digitally submit their resume, references, covering letter and all other related documentation to the attention of Manager, Information Systems via email: itrecruiting@unipharm.com