Posted 2 months ago
Pharmacist
@ Interior Health Authority
Nelson, British Columbia
Overview
Interior Health Authority is hiring a full-time Pharmacist for its Pharmacy Department at Kootenay Lake Hospital in Nelson, BC. The role interprets medication orders, checks therapeutic suitability, dispenses and compounds medications, and counsels patients and clinicians, with coverage also provided to Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail. The posting states rotating day shifts, competitive wages, employer-paid health benefits and a municipal pension plan.
Responsibilities:
- Interpret medication orders and prescriptions
- Assess therapeutic suitability
- Dispense, compound and label medications
- Counsel healthcare professionals and patients
- Participate in medication safety and quality control activities
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
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Department | Pharmacy |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Laboratory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | Pharmacist registration, College of Pharmacists of British Columbia |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Relocation assistance, Performance bonus, Paid training, Home office allowance |
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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 Pharmacy Department at Kootenay Lake Hospital in Nelson, 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 Permanent Full Time (1.0) opportunity.
Shifts of work will be scheduled rotating day shifts.
* This position will provide coverage to Kootenay Lake Hospital in Nelson and Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail*
About this Location
Nestled in the Selkirk Mountains along the shores of Kootenay Lake, Nelson is a lively, artistic community known for its rich culture and breathtaking scenery. With a historic downtown filled with unique boutiques, galleries, and cafes, Nelson offers a blend of small-town charm and big-city creativity. The surrounding mountains and lake offer endless outdoor recreation, from skiing and snowboarding in the winter to hiking, biking, and kayaking in the summer.
Known for its vibrant arts scene and commitment to sustainability, Nelson is a welcoming town that attracts artists, outdoor enthusiasts, and families alike. With a focus on community and creativity, it’s a place where nature, art, and culture come together for an exceptional lifestyle.
Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance. Apply today!
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
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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