At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential pharmacy services and ensure accurate medication dispensing.
- Company: Join Interior Health, a leader in healthcare with a commitment to diversity.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive wages, generous vacation, health benefits, and employer-paid training.
- Other info: Flexible casual position with opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare while enjoying a vibrant lifestyle in Penticton.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Pharmacist in BC with a passion for patient care.
The predicted salary is between 69300 - 84700 $ per year.
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Pharmacist to join our Penticton Regional Hospital Pharmacy Team in Penticton, BC. If Pharmacy is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Employer paid training/education opportunities
- Generous Vacation Entitlement
- Employer Paid Health Benefits
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Shift Premiums
- Competitive wages
About the Job
Pharmacists are at the forefront of healthcare, providing essential pharmacy services. Duties include interpreting medication orders and prescriptions, assessing therapeutic suitability, and ensuring medications are efficiently and accurately dispensed, compounded, and labeled. You will communicate with healthcare professionals and patients to resolve prescription issues, offer instructions on medication use, and participate in medication use evaluations, safety initiatives, quality control activities, and clinical drug trials. You will also ensure all activities comply with legal, professional, and departmental standards.
This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.
About this Location
Situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, Penticton offers the best of both worlds with its stunning lakefront setting and vibrant outdoor lifestyle. Known for its two beautiful lakes—Okanagan Lake and Skaha Lake—Penticton is perfect for water sports, boating, and beach days in the summer, while the surrounding mountains offer hiking, biking, and skiing during the cooler months. The city is also famous for its wine region, with numerous wineries offering tastings and tours year-round. With a lively arts scene, delicious local food, and a welcoming community, Penticton provides an exceptional quality of life, whether you're enjoying outdoor adventures or relaxing by the lake.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Qualifications
Current registration as a Pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia; Active membership in the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists is encouraged.
Pharmacist in Penticton employer: Interior Health
Interior Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its employees. Located in the beautiful city of Kelowna, B.C., we offer a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement in the healthcare sector. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career in a vibrant community.
