Pharmacist

Primary Purpose:  Responsible for the provision of veterinary pharmacy services, teaching, and research functions within the policies and budget guidelines of the VMC and the college

Nature of Work:   Reporting to the Manager of Business, Finance and Support Services, this position is responsible for providing veterinary pharmaceutical services in a busy fast paced environment requiring attention to detail.  Normal hospital environment with frequent interruptions and noise; multi-tasking regularly; some potentially hazardous drugs and chemicals on the premises; cytotoxic drug handling, and some unpleasant odors.

Accountabilities:

 Provides excellent customer service, including dispensing, compounding, and providing drug information services to VMC clinicians, researchers, students, private practice veterinarians and clients.

Inventory management through computerized inventory system, including control of all pharmaceuticals, narcotics, and controlled drugs, maintaining stock supplies within VMC budget constraints.

Provides instruction in pharmaceutical laws and dispensing procedures for undergraduate vet students, pharmacy students, and veterinary technology students.

Assists with development and administration of policy and procedures to ensure efficient operation of the VMC Pharmacy.

Qualifications
Education:  Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy.  Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the province of Saskatchewan and meet yearly requirements for CE.

Experience:  Minimum of 5 years of experience in a veterinary hospital pharmacy or human retail and/or hospital pharmacy; extensive experience teaching and evaluating the work of others.

Skills:  Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment; energetic, highly motivated, and self-directed;  demonstrated ability to participate within a team to produce exceptional customer service; proven ability to lead, motivate, and facilitate as a team as a member; ability to set boundaries and expectations; ability to analyze a proposed project according to its cost/benefit and feasibility; proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment; excellent project management and problem solving skills; exceptional written and verbal communication, exceptional interpersonal, and organizational skills; ability to interact effectively with the campus community and external clients; aptitude for sound judgment and tact; demonstrated professional maturity and decisiveness; ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment; energetic, highly motivated, and self-directed;; familiarity and experience with the University UNIFI system;  proficiency with Microsoft  applications such as Word, Power Point, and Excel. 

This position is in scope of the Administrative and Supervisory Personnel Association.

Be sure to apply online as emailed applications will not be accepted.

Department: Veterinary Medical Centre
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0.64
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $66,030.00 - 103,174.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 3/27/2024
Closing Date: 4/9/2024 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus