Pharmacist, Sterile Compounding

Make a difference. Be the difference

Calea Calgary is a sterile compounding facility, providing care to patients who require at home infusion therapy. Pharmacists are responsible for processing prescriptions, checking the accuracy and stability/compatibility of compounds, supervising compounding activities, and communicating with external healthcare providers (including physicians, nurses, and dieticians) as part of a multidisciplinary team. Work in a dynamic environment of a unique practice setting with collaborations from different departments throughout the organization.

Calea is Canada’s leader in the provision of products and services that safely and reliably support community-based infusion therapy, advanced wound care, and the need for general medical supplies. We are a community partner and licensed Pharmacy, providing expert solutions and support resources to healthcare professionals, hospitals, patients, caregivers, and home care programs across the country. We work with multiple health authorities, enabling patients to receive infusion care at home. Our people, experience, systems, and facilities make us a trusted partner in delivering innovative, patient-focused care that preserves independence and enhances quality of life.

If you are looking for a different job opportunity and change to your pharmacy practice, then you should consider Calea & Fresenius Kabi Canada. We know our employees are key to everything we accomplish, so we give them the freedom and resources to reach their potential and the opportunity to work with managers who care about their professional development.

We are currently seeking an energetic, patient-focused Casual Pharmacist to join our Calgary team.

HOURS: 3 days a week with vacation coverages up to 5 days a week

Job Description

This position holds primary responsibility for coordinating daily supervision of all activities involved in providing medications to patients in accordance with established corporate procedures and provincial pharmacy laws. The Pharmacist is responsible for controlling processes to ensure that all products meet both professional and corporate standards of accuracy and quality. In addition, supervise technical staff and coordinate pharmacy activities with distribution and order entry. Communicate with clients regarding pharmacy services and clarify issues with physicians, nurses and other pharmacists.

Qualifications

• Minimum university undergraduate degree in pharmacy (BScPharm or PharmD).
• Licensed to practice in the province of Alberta by the Alberta College of Pharmacy.
• IV experience or prior experience in a hospital or outpatient setting an asset, but not required.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities under pressure. Ability to handle multiple demands made simultaneously under short time constraints
• Strong interpersonal skills with all levels of staff and management both internally and externally
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with an exceptional telephone manner
• Knowledge of computer systems and well-developed keyboarding skills
  
  

Main Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities related to prescription dispensing, including:
• Supervise all activities related to the dispensing of product to ensure that the pharmacy complies with provincial and federal regulations governing the practice of pharmacy.
• Ensure appropriate clinical functions are completed including patient counseling, appropriate documentation, pharmaceutical care etc.
• Direct and prioritize the production process utilizing professional knowledge to recognize critical patient needs. Utilize the pharmaceutical literature and Calea Standard Operating Procedures as the basis for judgment of pharmacy issues relating to the compounding of admixtures.
• Ensure S.O.P. or policy and procedure requirements are incorporated into daily procedures and correctly followed by staff in the execution of all duties.
• Establish, validate and maintain quality assurance procedures, and records.
• Observe and assess the equipment, materials and procedures used in the facility and recommend changes where appropriate.
• Assist in production activities (i.e., compounding of product) when the workload requires.
• Participate in departmental clinical and quality improvement initiatives.
• Engages in or supervises drug preparation activities
• Ensures quality of drug preparation through Compliance with Fresenius Kabi Compounding Standards
  
  

The company is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of people with disabilities. Fresenius Kabi Canada and Calea Ltd. is dedicated to breaking down barriers to accessibility, preventing new barriers from arising and to meet accessibility requirements. If you require accommodation at any time please contact us.