Pharmacy Operations

At London Health Sciences Centre, the Pharmacist is responsible for the safe and effective use of medications for admitted patients. In meeting this responsibility, the Pharmacist reviews and monitors drug therapy; interacts with patients, physicians, nurses and other allied health professionals to resolve drug related problems; and counsels and educates patients regarding drug therapy. Pharmacists also participate in the training and preceptorship of undergraduate and resident Pharmacist students; and may be an active participant in medication-based committee work.

As a core member of the Antimicrobial Stewardship team, the Pharmacist will optimize antimicrobial use through a variety of initiatives including, but not limited to, prospective audit and feedback rounds, developing clinical guidelines for prophylaxis and post-diagnosis treatment, retrospective targeted drug use evaluations, data analysis of compliance to existing initiatives, and policy work as a core member of the Antimicrobial Medication Committee. They will be highly engaged in staff education, including preceptorship and mentorship to pharmacy students and residents, providing education sessions to pharmacy and medical residents, and organizing and presenting at regional monthly stewardship rounds. They will endeavor to reduce the risk of antimicrobial-related complications such as multidrug-resistant organisms and C difficile infections and drug cost at an institution level.

As part of the Infectious Diseases team, the Pharmacist will optimize pharmaceutical care for patients consulted on by the Adult Infectious Diseases service. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: rounding with the team and monitoring patients, providing clinical recommendations such as optimizing drug choice, dose, and route based on pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles, facilitating drug access during points of transition of care by leveraging resources such as the provincial EAP (Exceptional Access Program) and federal SAP (Special Access Program) programs, and providing patient and healthcare provider education on drug-related matters. They are expected to assist other pharmacists and committees as needed with antimicrobial-related items and will aim to reduce antimicrobial-related complications and cost at a patient level.

Regular Full-Time

Rate of Pay: $44.29 per hour - $55.37 per hour

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

• Honours Baccalaureate Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD or equivalent academic credential from an accredited School of Pharmacy or successful completion of the International Pharmacy Graduate Program
• Registered as an ‘A’ Pharmacist with the Ontario College of Pharmacists and Professional Liability Insurance as prescribed by the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Hospital pharmacy residency certificate (ACPR) and/or experience in antimicrobial stewardship or infectious diseases preferred
• Proficiency in Cerner PharmNet and Powerchart System
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Demonstrated excellent communication (verbal and written) skills
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, patients and other health care professionals
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability and ability to manage change
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills in a variety of situations
• Demonstrated effective organizational skills involving time management
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to provide principles of patient and family centred care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:

• Successful candidates will be required to complete a health review which includes providing vaccination records or proof of immunity against Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (Chicken Pox). In addition, candidates will need to provide documentation of Tuberculosis Skin testing and a completed COVID vaccine series (two vaccines).

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable.

As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.