Pharmacist at Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association | Toronto, CA | Rezi

Pharmacist at Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association

Pharmacist

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association · Toronto, CA

2 months ago

Pharmacist

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association · Toronto, CA

2 months ago
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About the Role

The Carefirst Family Health Team (FHT) is seeking a Pharmacist to join their innovative, interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality, community-based care.

Responsibilities

  • Provide education on pharmacological therapies, promoting adherence and understanding of treatment plans.
  • Offer evidence-based consultative advice to patients and team members on medication management.
  • Support medication reconciliation in collaboration with local pharmacies and healthcare agencies.
  • Manage complex medication regimens for acute and chronic conditions, (e.g. warfarin and smoking cessation therapies).
  • Identify and mitigate potential drug interactions or compliance challenges.
  • Collaborate with the team to develop, implement, and evaluate care plans.
  • Act as a drug-related information resource, providing updates on guidelines, safety alerts, and pharmacotherapeutic advancements.
  • Contribute to the development of clinical programs that enhance patient outcomes.
  • Drive quality improvement initiatives to optimize care processes and outcomes.
  • Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation in the EMR system.

Requirements

  • Current Pharmacist licensure (Part A) in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required.
  • Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist certification an asset.
  • Additional credential and training with respect to dementia care an asset.
  • At least 2 years recent clinical experience in the health care sector, preferably with geriatric experience.
  • Use clinical judgment to identify and prioritize complex problems and provide suggestions to improve the patient’s quality of life.
  • Knowledge of community resources for the provision of health promotion and disease prevention related services and chronic disease management.
  • Experience in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating health promotion programs and activities preferred.
  • Sensitivity and awareness of cultural, racial, economic, and socially diverse communities of various ages.
  • Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion.
  • Excellent assessment, analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent client service skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (i.e. verbal and written).
  • Flexibility to meet the changes/demands of the patients/team/organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups.
  • Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Good organizational and time management skills.
  • Valid CPR/first aid certification.
  • Ability to speak a second language such as Cantonese and/or Mandarin is an asset.
  • A valid vulnerable sector police record check completed within one year.

Location

  • Scarborough
  • Markham
  • Richmond Hill
  • Stouffville

Work Type

  • Full Time Permanent
  • Part Time Permanent

Experience Level

  • At least 2 years recent clinical experience

Education Level

  • Pharmacist licensure (Part A)

Salary/Compensations

  • $90,000 - $110,000

Benefits

  • Dental Care
  • Extended Health Care
  • HOOPP
  • Comprehensive Orientation Program
  • Training and Education Subsidy

About the Company

  • Carefirst FHT is committed to delivering exceptional, comprehensive primary care through a collaborative, team-based model that includes family physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, service navigators, dieticians, physiotherapists, and medical receptionists.
  • We have a robust Chronic Disease Management and Prevention program, including a Diabetes Education Program, and are actively involved in many of the Ontario Health Team’s primary care initiatives.
  • Our “Hub & Spoke Model” and strong community partnerships ensure coordinated, high-quality, patient‑centred care across the continuum.
  • We work closely with Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association to provide truly integrated services.
  • On‑site & Integrated Programs/Services include: Ontario Health atHome (formerly Home and Community Care Support Services), MINT Memory Clinic, Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) Program, Specialist Clinics: psychiatry, cardiology, endocrinology, optometry, geriatric medicine, gynecology, chiropody, rheumatology, physiotherapy, and audiology.
  • We currently operate four well-established clinics across Scarborough, Markham and Richmond Hill, and continue to expand in Markham and Stouffville to support continued growth and community needs.

Equal Opportunity

  • Carefirst is an equal opportunity employer.
  • We are also committed to an environment that is barrier free.
  • If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange a reasonable and appropriate accommodation.