Pharmacist
About Us
Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris, Ontario, driven by the vision to Lead Beyond Care. With over 130 years of service, BCHS is evolving with a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Our strategic priorities center on Quality Care, Connected Teams, and a Healthy Future for patients, staff, and the community.
- Brantford General Hospital – Acute care hospital offering inpatient and outpatient services.
- The Willett in Paris – Urgent care centre and transitional care services.
Why Choose BCHS?
- Investing in You – Access to a centralized Education Fund, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible Scheduling – Options within a standard work week.
- Career Growth – Internal job postings, mentorship programs, and leadership development.
- Predictable Work Locations – Stability and consistency in your work environment.
- Collaborative Team Culture – Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.
- Employee Wellness – Peer Support Team, Wellness Committee, and free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
- Commitment to Safety – Comprehensive safety programs for all staff.
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits – Salaries and benefits aligned with industry standards, including an excellent pension plan.
- Diversity & Inclusion – Actively working to diversify teams and remove systemic barriers. Benefits, policies, and programs are regularly reviewed through an equity lens. Accommodations for religious practices and trauma-informed policies support mental wellbeing.
- Recognition & Rewards – Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities.
- Community Impact – Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
- Choose Civility – A workplace where every interaction is shaped by dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director, Pharmacy Services, the temporary full-time pharmacist will provide clinical coverage to an assigned clinical unit. There are no overnight or on-call shifts for pharmacists at BCHS.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate good stewardship in identifying, reporting, and mitigating unsafe acts or conditions (safety is a BCHS corporate priority).
- Practice in accordance with relevant legislation, CSHP standards, professional code of ethics, and department/hospital policies.
- Assume personal responsibility for continual upgrading of medication and therapeutic knowledge through ongoing literature review and education.
- Participate in shift and weekend schedules as per rotation.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD degree.
- Licensed (Part A) Pharmacist in the Province of Ontario.
- Experience in an inpatient hospital pharmacy environment (preferred).
Skills
- Excellent communication, analytical, and time-management skills.
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated with a commitment to staying current with drug therapy through continuing education.
- Proficient computer and keyboarding skills for reports and special assignments.
Diversity & Inclusion
BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people of all genders, sexual orientations, racial and ethnic backgrounds, Indigenous identities, abilities, and lived experiences. Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodations, please inform us when contacted.