Island Health·Nanaimo, British Columbia
Provide clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care for chemotherapy patients for the majority of the time. Continuously improve quality and safety as a shared responsibility. Provide services under the supervision of the Pharmacy Site Coordinator or designate. Support outpatient cancer clinic pharmacy
Close Date Location Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) - Nanaimo, BC V9S 2B7 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0800-1600 or as operationally required Days Off Saturday, Sunday Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $54.49 - $68.10 Paid FTE TBD Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS TBD Planned Start Date Jun. 22 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Pharmacy Site Coordinator or designate and under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Clinical Pharmacist Cancer Care is responsible for providing clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care for chemotherapy patients for the majority of the time.
Licensed by, or eligible for licensing by, the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
Completion of an accredited pharmacy residency.
One (1) year of recent related experience in cancer care or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Ability to identify and resolve drug therapy problems.
Ability to apply clinical knowledge and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
Ability to communicate effectively in the employer's primary language of business (verbal and written).
Ability to teach.
Ability to operate related equipment and utilize standard computerized office software applications.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Criminal Record Check (CRC) required for professional registration
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.