Posted 3 months ago
Pharmacist
@ Interior Health Authority
Penticton, British Columbia
Overview
Interior Health Authority is hiring a casual per diem Pharmacist for its Penticton Regional Hospital Pharmacy team in Penticton, BC. The role interprets medication orders, dispenses and labels medications, and supports patient safety and quality initiatives. Hours are as needed, from 0 to 37.5 per week, with shift premiums and competitive wages.
Responsibilities:
- Interpret medication orders and prescriptions
- Assess therapeutic suitability
- Dispense, compound and label medications accurately
- Resolve prescription issues with healthcare professionals and patients
- Participate in medication safety and quality control initiatives
Requirements summary:
- Current registration as a Pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia
- Active membership in the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists encouraged
- Experience in a fast-paced environment preferred
- Reliable, flexible and motivated
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Department | Pharmacy |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Laboratory |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | Pharmacist registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Paid training |
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Interior Health Authority
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Full company description
With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient manner, to the highest professional and quality standards. Our uniqueness is in who we are and where we are. Our geographical location offers the choice of an active urban lifestyle or quiet rural setting. Whether you’re in clinical care, management, or in a supporting role, your impact will be felt. Your passion and motivation combined with our commitment to set new standards of excellence makes Interior Health the right choice for you. We thrive as a direct result of state-of-the-art equipment, forwarding thinking and strong leadership. We are here for your whole life from career choices to family benefits to work/life balance. At Interior Health there is always room to grow.
- LinkedIn followers
- 44,807
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10,028
- Reported office locations
- 505 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 0C5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Interior Health Authority
- Specialties
- Health Care
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Specialties | Health Care |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,356 |
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Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Pharmacist to join our Penticton Regional Hospital Pharmacy Team in Penticton, BC. If Pharmacy is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Employer paid training/education opportunities
Generous Vacation Entitlement
Employer Paid Health Benefits
Municipal Pension Plan
Shift Premiums
Competitive wages
About the Job
Pharmacists are at the forefront of healthcare, providing essential pharmacy services. Duties include interpreting medication orders and prescriptions, assessing therapeutic suitability, and ensuring medications are efficiently and accurately dispensed, compounded, and labeled.
You will communicate with healthcare professionals and patients to resolve prescription issues, offer instructions on medication use, and participate in medication use evaluations, safety initiatives, quality control activities, and clinical drug trials. You will also ensure all activities comply with legal, professional, and departmental standards.
This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.
About this Location
Situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, Penticton offers the best of both worlds with its stunning lakefront setting and vibrant outdoor lifestyle. Known for its two beautiful lakes—Okanagan Lake and Skaha Lake—Penticton is perfect for water sports, boating, and beach days in the summer, while the surrounding mountains offer hiking, biking, and skiing during the cooler months.
The city is also famous for its wine region, with numerous wineries offering tastings and tours year-round. With a lively arts scene, delicious local food, and a welcoming community, Penticton provides an exceptional quality of life, whether you're enjoying outdoor adventures or relaxing by the lake.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Qualfications
Current registration as a Pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia; and
Active membership in the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists is encouraged.
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