Clinical Pharmacist – Medication Reconciliation

About CareRx Corporation 

At CareRx, we are shaping the future of senior care through pharmacy services that make a real difference. As Canada’s trusted leader in specialty pharmacy services for long-term care, retirement and congregate living communities, we are committed to enhancing the health of Canadians with unique and complex medication needs. Our goal is to improve clinical outcomes and provide personalized care every step of the way.  

Role Accountabilities

• Conduct formal medication reconciliation in accordance with CareRx policies and procedures for residents transitioning into long-term care, retirement living and other congregate care settings.
• Develop comprehensive BPMHs using multiple reliable sources, including medication records, pharmacy histories, clinical information and resident or family/POA interviews.
• Review relevant clinical information and assess medication regimens for accuracy, appropriateness, dosing, duplication, interactions, omissions and opportunities for medication optimization or deprescribing.
• Identify, document and resolve medication discrepancies, collaborating with prescribers and escalating urgent clinical concerns through appropriate clinical pathways when required.
• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care in collaboration with prescribers, nursing teams and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Communicate evidence-informed recommendations that support safe, appropriate and resident-centred medication therapy and informed prescribing decisions.
• Work with the healthcare team to develop strategies that optimize resident care during transitions and improve clinical outcomes.
• Coordinate with residents, families/POAs, care teams, prescribers and pharmacy operations to support seamless transitions and continuity of medication information.
• Maintain complete, accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards, CareRx policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support quality-improvement activities and program initiatives related to medication reconciliation, medication safety and transitions of care.
• Contribute to a consistent, collaborative and high-quality pharmacy service for partner facilities.

What You Will Bring to the Team

• Registered and in good standing as a pharmacist with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (RPh).
• Previous experience in long-term care pharmacy, hospital pharmacy or another clinically focused practice setting is required; experience with older adults and transitions of care is an asset.
• Strong clinical knowledge of medication management and the ability to assess complex medication regimens.
• Demonstrated analytical, clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with residents, families, prescribers, nurses and other healthcare professionals in a virtual care environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive cases effectively.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a centralized interdisciplinary team.
• Comfortable using technology to support medication management, clinical monitoring and documentation in a paperless work environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, standardized practice and resident-centred care.

See what one of our current Clinical Pharmacists has to say about working at CareRx

"One of the things I love about the Clinical Consultant Pharmacist role is the focused time I get to spend with the residents, their families, and the health care team, which helps me better manage their medication therapy, resulting in improved quality of life and health outcomes."

Compensation: $50.00/hourly

Location: Remote

Work Shifts: Monday-Friday. This is a casual role.

Opportunity: This is a current existing position

AI Disclosure: CareRx does not use AI to screen candidates

Application Process  

CareRx is committed to employment equity and a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants of all abilities and will provide accommodations upon request throughout the selection process.  

All applicants must successfully pass satisfactory background screening which can include depending on role, Criminal Record Check, Credit Check, Driver’s Abstract, Education Verification, Current Professional Registration and Referencing. Background screening will be completed after an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.