About the position

The Consultant Pharmacist is an extended member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team supporting appropriate medication use to residents in long-term care homes and retirement homes. The Consultant Pharmacist works with the healthcare team to review medication used to identify medication-related problems and to achieve desired resident outcomes. The Consultant Pharmacist will provide drug information, be involved in educational activities for healthcare staff, and promote resident safety.

Responsibilities

• Act as Brand Ambassador for MediSystem and build trusting client relationships
• Deliver on operational and clinical service commitments to customers (including clinical services, regulated activities and time commitments based on contractual obligations)
• Complete audit of medication reconciliation as needed
• Ensure regular scheduled visits are made to all assigned facilities
• Support business development activities
• Attend client meetings with Operations managers or other MediSystem colleagues, when requested
• Assist with the development of facility medication policies and procedures
• Maintain ongoing collaboration and communication within the healthcare team and pharmacy team to develop strong partnerships
• Lead and/or participate in clinical initiatives at homes such prescribing, falls committees and other such activities that provide value for the resident and client
• Provide education campaigns and clinic days as per provincial or contractual obligations
• Complete and evaluate medication utilization metrics
• Ability to work in operations when necessary
• Complete regular documentation of clinical work in EHR and pharmacy fill/bill system, to ensure full compliance with industry regulations and government legislation
• Assist in development and effective implementation of clinical projects
• Support safe medication practices within the facilities
• Actively educate and act as a resource for the nursing and medical staff as well as the residents and their families as it pertains to medication use and the medication system
• Assist in development and implementation of industry leading clinical pharmacy services
• Assist with nursing and retirement home medication processes and documentation to meet regulatory compliance
• Support and participate in Patient Safety Initiatives
• Mirror Blue Culture and CORE values by sharing standard processes and ways to work more efficiently with internal departments
• Building and leading diverse teams that foster a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging
• Participate in an on-call rotation approximately 1 out of every 10 weeks

Requirements

• Pharmacist licensure in good standing in Alberta and valid professional liability insurance
• Proven relationship management and interpersonal skills to allow to develop strong partnerships with clients
• A history of being a continuous learner where the skills and knowledge have been developed to be a respected pharmacy professional
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective organization, planning, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Must have valid driver’s license with own valid insurance and access to a vehicle, as travel to various locations is required

Nice-to-haves

• Clinical and Geriatric pharmacy experience preferred
• Long-term care pharmacy background is preferred
• Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (CGP) and Certified Diabetes Education (CDE) designations is an asset
• Experience with Kroll™ pharmacy experience is an asset

Benefits

• competitive pay
• full benefits
• work-life balance