Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health·Surrey, British Columbia
The Pharmacist is responsible for the procurement and dispensing of medications and ensuring their safe and effective use by patients. They promote health and wellness through independent prescribing and evidence-based practice-based research.
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com [https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.novascotia.com_&d=DwMGaQ&c=jf_iaSHvJObTbx-siA1ZOg&r=BFgOnrkUsHW_Tvd65QcaGYKEzmZtUxBjxEYiREoxQ-0&m=iswU5Z70jVJF343vW-MNwT-6R0u3vO5H4lleL90zL0A8GGWH7bKZfQd0jcd74GFW&s=COWHhROrGe5TPybd5OWUN0rrMlD7YkQTRNlhzg0sBiw&e=] to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to Nurturing the Future of Healthcare.
We will do this by hiring Pharmacists who will be completing studies in the next 12 months. Nova Scotia Health’s mission is to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together. NSH will provide you with the challenge and opportunity you are looking for by entering the Pharmacy field!
The Pharmacist has accountability and responsibility for the procurement and dispensing of medications, as well as their safe and effective use by patients, the prevention of disease and the promotion of health and wellness and independent prescribing within collaborative practices. The Pharmacist provides information about the optimal use of medications and promotes the cost effectiveness of medications through evidence-based decision making. Further, pharmacists contribute to the knowledge base of drug information by partaking in practice-based research initiatives and promoting evidence-based practice or services through drug use evaluation.
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Various permanent, assignments (temporary), casual relief (no guarantee of hours), and opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia.
Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
You will be given the opportunity to specify your work hours and location preferences in the application.
Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
If you have any questions or would like more information on our opportunities, programs, and communities, please contact us recruitment.services-nsha@nshealth.ca
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and be eligible for licensure with the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator. Proficiency in other languages, particularly French, is considered an asset.
Market context
Pharmacy roles in British Columbia are typically shaped by steady demand across hospitals, community settings, and multidisciplinary care teams. Competition often centers on licensure eligibility with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia, plus strong communication, organization, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with others. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your licensing status and prepare examples that show prioritization and team-based practice.