Regional Staff Pharmacist - Jobs in Brandon

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Regional Staff PharmacistQUALIFICATIONS * Eligible for and maintains licensure as a pharmacist in the Province of Manitoba* Previous experience in a hospital pharmacy practice/health care setting is preferred* Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health* Demonstrated leadership* Demonstrated written and oral communication skills* Ability to prioritize in a changing environment* Strong organizational, decision making and problem solving skills* Ability to display independent judgment* Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population* Ability to respect and promote confidentiality* Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basisPOSITION SUMMARYThe Staff Pharmacist, reporting to the Director/Manager/Supervisor of Pharmacy in the applicable site, is directly responsible for assistance in the provision of direct Pharmacy services to assigned sites.The pharmacist also participates in the planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of Pharmacy Services both site specific and regionally, and in consultation with the regional pharmacy team.The pharmacist functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary health care team and performs all duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Prairie Mountain Health.RESPONSIBILITIES:Overview:The staff pharmacist is responsible for activities and duties within the scope of practice identified by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba and PMH policies and procedures.Drug Distribution: Distribution of medications including non-sterile and sterile compounding within a variety of drug distribution models (including but not limited to ward stock, unit dose, blister packing and automated dispensing cabinets). Medication Order Review: Triaging orders to verify authenticity, completeness and appropriateness with respect to dosage, route, frequency, incompatibilities, interactions, duplications, allergies, formulary compliance, automatic therapeutic substitution and automatic stop. Professional Practice: Provide drug information for patients and health care professionals, educational programs, drug utilization reviews and literature evaluation. Clinical Pharmacy Services: Monitor the clinical status and drug therapies of patients to determine appropriate clinical drug interventions for identified or anticipated medication related problems. Counsel patients on medication usage, participates in unit conferences and family conferences as required. Participate in education programs for external associations and programs. Supervise and provide direction to pharmacy assistants, students and interns and verifies the accuracy of tasks performed by them. Oversee the distribution and management of controlled drugs and substances. Participate in study protocols as required. Collaborate with the Director of Pharmacy/Manager of Pharmacy in formulating, implementing and revising policies, procedures, manuals and documents relating to the operation of Pharmacy Services. Perform special projects concerning pharmacy operations and regional initiatives in collaboration with the Director/Manager of Pharmacy Services. Expanded scope of practice activities as required and supported by PMH policy. Sundry duties as assigned.JOB INFORMATIONsClose Date: Jan 09, 20244:00 PM EFT1.00 Employment Status: Full Time Anticipated Shift Days/Evenings Anticipated shift length: 7.75 hour shifts Wage Rate: As per collective agreement Department:Pharmacy Site:Brandon Regional Health Centre (includes Centre for Adult Psychiatry, Centre for Geriatric Psychiatry, Western Manitoba Cancer Centre) Additional Sites:Location / Home Base:Brandon HR Posting Number: BHCMISC247 Posting Date: Jan 02, 2024Frequently Asked QuestionsHow often are vacancies posted Vacancies are posted every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for a seven day period closing at 1600 hours (4pm Central Time). Open until filled vacancies, otherwise known as ongoing vacancies, are posted daily and removed once the position has been filled. What if I miss the application deadline Late applications are not accepted. Postings close at 1600 hours (4pm Central Time) on the closing date. Please ensure to submit your application before the closing date and time. What is a competition number All posted vacancies are assigned a job competition number. Ex: HARNRPN151. Please reference this competition number when contacting your HR Recruitment Office with questions. How do I applyApply directly on-line when searching our career listings.Or by submitting your application via email, fax, mail, or in person, to the applicable HR Recruitment Office. Fillable Application FormWhat do I need to include when I apply External applicantsExternal application form Resume Cover Letter (optional) Proof of all required credentials as listed in the job description (ie: certificates, etc) and Proof of entitlement to legally work in Canada (ie: valid work permit, Canadian residency or Canadian citizenship).Internal applicants (have a valid employee number)Internal application form Resume Proof of all required credentials as listed in the job description (if credentials haven #39;t been previously provided to the hiring manager or if newly acquired).How do I retain a copy of my application Before clicking on#39;Submit Application #39;, either print a copy of your application form using the print buttonand/or save a copy by clicking on your browser #39;squot;File quot; menu andquot;Save As quot;.Once you click on#39;Submit Application #39;, you will not be able to retrieve your application form. I am clicking on#39;Submit Application #39; but my application is not submitting. What do I do Required fields will be highlighted in red. Please review your application to ensure all required fields have been filled in. How do I know that my application was received You will receive an on-screen confirmation acknowledging that you have successfully submitted your application. It is recommended that you print or save a copy of this message for your records as proof of application submission. Below is an example of message you will see on your screen.What happens after I apply After the closing date, your application and resume will be reviewed. If interviews are required, those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Generally, you will be contacted within three weeks of the closing date of the posting if you are being interviewed. If you are called for an interview, please ensure you take note of the name, department, and phone number of the contact person.We thank all applicants for applying; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Do I need to complete more than one application if I am interested in more than one opportunity Yes, you must apply to each position separately to be considered for each position.Interview Tips When contacted for an interview, preparation and planning for the interview are very important. You may wish to contact Human Resources to obtain a copy of the position description to provide you with details of the duties and responsibility of the job.Arrive for the interview in advance (10 to 15 minutes). First impressions count, be professional. Business dress is appropriate. Greet the interviewers in a friendly and confident manner. Think of the interview as an opportunity for dialogue between you and the panel to exchange information. If there are any job functions that you are unsure of, write these down as you could ask for further clarification after your interview. Be prepared to supply a list of professional references to the interview panel. At the closing of the interview, if not mentioned, ask about timelines for decision in regard to the position.Sample Interview questions:What did you do to prepare for this interview What do you know about Prairie Mountain Health What interests you about this position What are your long term career goals What are your strengths Describe a situation that demonstrates your ability to adapt to changes at work Explain the steps you would take to resolve a conflict with a co-workerSome interviews may include a computer test or other type of skill measuring task (example: developing a short presentation of 5 to 10 minutes in length on a specified topic). When contacted for an interview, you will be told if there is a computer testor if required to provide a presentation. You may ask what the interview will consist of and also about how long the interview itself will take. In some cases an interview process can take up to 1 hours if more components are involvedThis position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.If you are currently employed by PMH, please utilize the internal application form. If you are not employed by PMH, please utilize the external application form.In order to be considered for the position, both internal and external applicants must submit a current resume with their application form.If you are an external applicant, please include three work related references with this application. They must be from persons who are not related to you, and who have direct knowledge of your past work performance.Upon being considered for employment, your signature or electronic submission of this application is your authorization to complete said reference checks.PMH has an Indigenous Human Resources initiative and is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter and/or within their application form.We thank all applicants that apply but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR ALL