Job Description

Couchiching Family Health Team

Position:

Full-Time Pharmacist, with Benefits

Reports to:

Manager, Chronic Disease

(5 days/week, 40 hours)

Position Summary:

As a key member of the Couchiching Family Health Team (CFHT), and an integral part of an interdisciplinary health care team, you will delivery pharmacy care in accordance with FHT policies and professional practice standards. You will provide counselling on medications/medication issues to individuals, families and groups, provide consultation to physicians and other health professionals on medication-related issues, participate in the development and operation of various chronic disease management and prevention programs at CFHT, mentor pharmacy students from University of Toronto and University of Waterloo. The Pharmacist will apply an anti-oppressive lens in supporting diverse patients, including those facing systemic barriers.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Counselling

Provide individual medication counselling to individuals, families or groups as required

Provide medication reviews, counselling to patients with newly diagnosed or complicated conditions, development of medication schedules for patients/caregivers, etc.

Provide telephone consultations/counselling/follow-ups to patients, family members as required

Present relevant information to small groups of patients/caregivers regarding medication issues in specific conditions/disease states

Facilitate linkages with community pharmacy as required

Develop individualized medication care plans in collaboration with physicians and other health care practitioners

Actively participate in interdisciplinary teamwork

Programs and Services

Participate in program implementation, development, and continuous quality improvement to achieve specific CFHT goals, specifically focusing on diabetes, smoking cessation, osteoporosis, heart failure, COPD, geriatric syndromes and mental health initiatives as needed.

Actively participate in clinical programs and services (including occasional evenings)

Follow other protocols which may be required for management of chronic disease states

Staff Education

Provide consultations to physicians and team members - in the format of drug information questions, group presentations or 1-1 academic detailing - with current information and guidelines on new medications, contraindications, therapeutic use of medications, and other information to assist in the provision of quality, evidence-based care to patients

Present on specific therapeutic topics (e.g. patient-focused academic detailing, problematic issues related to prescribing) as needed

Provide reminders and alerts regarding drug-related issues and problems and initiates the process to manage with drug withdrawals, warnings and advisories as needed

Developing Policies & Procedures

Develops/revises policies and procedures related to medication use (e.g. processes related to drug prescribing, handling of samples, administration of medications, documentation)

Actively participate in various CFHT committees, including but not limited to Quality Improvement committee, Diabetes committee, clinical program committee as needed. Complete other appropriate committee duties in a timely manner.

Establish policies to allow for consistent and uniform procedures regarding management of medications that have been discontinued or had indications or contraindications significantly changed so as to impact on patient care

Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of medical directives

Professional Development

Practice within the scope and according to the standards of practice of the Ontario College of Pharmacists

Maintain standards of confidentiality and privacy

Provide service reports and statistical reports as required by CFHT and the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care

Review progress and revise job description/programs as required

Maintain professional competence and skills through ongoing continuing education (conferences/CE events, study participation, courses)

Related Considerations/Duties

Model the values and philosophy of CFHT

Demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm towards the principles of the interprofessional/collaborative models of care

Provide mentorship and additional skills training for co-workers and students

Maintains current knowledge of accepted operating policies and procedures

Participate in staff meetings

Participate in established performance evaluation process and professional development goals

Develop, update and maintain education resources

Work in compliance with Health and Safety laws adhering to safe work practices and procedures established by CFHT

Other duties as required

Skills/Knowledge Requirements

Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

Understanding of community resources

Clinical skills in assessment, program planning, implementation and evaluation

Strong problem-solving, decision-making and time management skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Ability to work and excel in an interprofessional team environment

Superior verbal and written communication skills

Ability to be open and non-judgmental

Demonstrated knowledge of culturally responsive care, ability to work across difference and experience, supporting equity-deserving patients

Proficient in the use of computer hardware and software

Prior knowledge and experience of electronic medical records an asset

Willingness to update knowledge and skills through various means including technology-based opportunities, courses, workshops and conferences

Understanding of the goals, structures, policies and procedures of CFHT

Language Skills

English required; Second language not required but would be an asset

Education/Specific Job Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy from a recognized university

Active registration (Part A) with the Ontario College of Pharmacists

Expertise in practicing Pharmaceutical Care, including activities such as conducting medication histories, identifying medication-related problems, generating care plans, monitoring care plans, documenting in the medical chart and communicating or collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams

Additional training or credentialing in pharmacotherapy (e.g. Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, Certified Diabetes Educator, Certified Respirator Educator, etc.) is considered an asset

Ability to work evenings if required

Police Record/Vulnerable Sector Check

It is a condition of employment that you receive the necessary vaccinations to protect against infection of COVID-19, or any similar infectious diseases, which may be recommended by governmental and public health authorities from time to time

Experience

Community or hospital pharmacy residency or equivalent clinical experience in either setting is required

A minimum of one (1) year clinical experience as a pharmacist, preferably in community-based health care

The Couchiching Family Health Team supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The CFHT is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate in our recruitment process, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodations. The CFHT has an Accommodation Policy and Procedure to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. While we thank all applicants, only those contacted for an interview will be acknowledged.

Please submit cover letter and resume including position title in subject line to

careers@cfht.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $93,000.00-$97,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orillia, ON L3V 5X1