Pharmacy Operations

Description:

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, located in southwestern Ontario, two hours from both Toronto and Detroit. With a workforce of nearly 15,000, LHSC is recognized for its excellence in research, innovation, and patient-centered care. The hospital partners with local communities to transform healthcare delivery while serving a large geographic region, including the Children’s Hospital.

About the Role:

The Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for patients admitted to LHSC. This involves reviewing and monitoring drug therapy, collaborating with healthcare professionals to resolve drug-related issues, and educating patients on medication use. Pharmacists also mentor and precept undergraduate and resident pharmacy students.

Compensation & Employment Details:

• Rate of Pay: CA$52.16 – CA$65.20 per hour

• Hours of Work:

  • Regular Full-Time: 37.5 hours/week (guaranteed hours)

  • Temporary Full-Time: 37.5 hours/week (up to 6–18 months)

  • Regular Part-Time: up to 22 hours/week (no guarantee of hours)

• Assignments may include:

  • VH Inpatient – General Surgery, Antimicrobial Stewardship/Infectious Diseases

  • Adult Emergency

  • Paediatric Hematology Oncology Pharmacist

  • Stem Cell Expansion Resource Development

  • UH Inpatient – Clinical Pharmacist

  • VH Prescription Centre – B-Tower

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and monitor drug therapy to ensure safe, effective medication use.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals.

• Counsel and educate patients on their medications.

• Participate in training and preceptorship for pharmacy students and residents.

• Adhere to LHSC’s standards of patient and family-centered care and safety.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

• Baccalaureate Degree or Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD).

• Registered as an A Pharmacist with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP).

• Professional Liability Insurance as prescribed by OCP.

• Up to one year of recent related experience (one year preferred).

• ACPR Hospital Pharmacy Residency certificate preferred.

• Injection training course (OCP-approved) preferred.

• Prescribing for Minor Ailments Certificate preferred.

• Current First Aid & CPR-Level C (proof required upon request).

• Proficiency in:

  • OCP Standards of Practice for Pharmacists

  • NAPRA Professional Competencies

  • Cerner, PharmNet, Powerchart, Kroll, and Powerchart Oncology systems

  • Microsoft Office suite

• Commitment to LHSC’s vision, purpose, and values.

• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.

What LHSC Offers:

• Competitive hourly compensation.

• Career development & training opportunities.

• Employee wellness initiatives.

• Engagement in teaching, professional development, and research activities.