The Thames Valley Family Health Team is one of the largest family health teams in Ontario. With more than 119 physicians across 19 sites within London/Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin counties, the Thames Valley Family Health Team is committed to providing comprehensive collaborative primary health care to over 155,000 patients.

Family Health Team staff includes nurse practitioners, registered nurses, social workers, pharmacists, dietitians, occupational therapists and other health care professionals who will work with physicians as an interdisciplinary team, each using their experience and skills to provide patient centred care. For more information about our organization, please visit www.thamesvalleyfht.ca.

Role Summary

Pharmacists are the medication management experts of the health care team. Through a collaborative, patient-centered model, the pharmacist will primarily be involved with providing pharmaceutical care. The majority of time will be spent in direct patient care, identifying and resolving medication related concerns. The pharmacist will also serve as a credible source of drug information to the team, and provide relevant patient / clinical education as appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from a recognized university
Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (Part A)
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) considered an asset
Two years’ experience preferred, or community/hospital residency and/or Pharm D an asset
Previous Primary Care experience is an asset
Experience with Academic Detailing is an asset
Demonstrated ability in problem solving using sound judgment and critical thinking
Experience in providing patient-centered care and evidence-based unbiased drug information
Experience in program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
Proof of professional liability insurance

Skills/Abilities

Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidenced-based methods and practices of primary care delivery, with an emphasis on health promotion and risk reduction
Demonstrated leadership, organization, research, evaluation, time management and interpersonal skills
Experience and commitment to working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team an asset
Demonstrated computer literacy is required to facilitate the use of electronic medical records
Desire and ability to update knowledge and skills through various means including technology-based opportunities, courses, workshops and conferences
Multi-tasking skills related to the delivery of efficient primary care including the ability to share information and teach while treating a patient
Strong communication skills
Exhibit an ability to be open and non-judgmental
Knowledge of the goals and structure of the organization
Specific knowledge on Memory Clinic and Chronic Pain is considered an asset

Hourly Rate: dependent on experience

To Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume no later than April 18, 2023 at 4:00 PM. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background check and medical screening.

To be eligible to apply you must have a Social Insurance Number and in some cases a valid work permit and must provide proof of completed COVID vaccine series (two vaccines with second dose received more than 14 days ago).

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview. Preference will be first given to any internal Thames Valley FHT candidates.

Thames Valley Family Health Team is an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive, safe, accessible, diverse, and respectful environment for all that is free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to a broad range of cultural, national, and ethnic origins, racial, religious, gender identities and expression, as well as people of all ages, marital/family status, and those with disabilities to apply. Please contact julie.goodchild@thamesvalleyfht.ca if you require assistance with an accommodation.

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