Provide professional consultation, policy advice and research in this role

Pharmaceutical care, Laboratory and Blood Services is essential to improving the health and wellness of citizens in BC. Rising costs, increasing demands by patients for more affordable, accessible, and convenient care as well as macro trends are increasing the need for system-wide change. In response, the Pharmaceutical, Laboratory and Blood Services Division (PLBSD) within the BC Ministry of Health has expanded its mandate to play a stronger role in driving excellence in pharmaceutical care, laboratory, and blood services across the province. This mandate includes “overseeing the provisioning, management and optimal use of pharmaceuticals, laboratory and blood services, related systems, and services to improve patient outcomes in the BC Health System.”

Pharmaceutical, Laboratory & Blood Services comprises five branches:

To oversee operations, provide supervision and program management of staff under the direction of the Director and senior Ministry official(s) for the Formulary Management unit, as it relates to provision of PharmaCare drug benefits to the residents of BC. This position also provides advice on all pharmacy-practice related matters which may include professional consultation on pharmacotherapy, pharmaceutical care, pharmacy-related policy, pharmacy operations and program evaluation support for the branch and the Pharmaceutical, Laboratory & Blood Services Division.

Job Requirements:

• Graduation from recognized Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences with a minimum Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. Current registration and License in good standing as a Licensed Pharmacist with the College of Pharmacists of BC and related experience.

Related experience must include:

• Minimum 5 years experience as a licensed practicing Pharmacist in BC retail or hospital pharmacy practice;
• Experience in medical literature research, analysis and interpretation;

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• 2 years or more experience with formulary management and have led an evidence-informed drug review process to determine formulary benefits through individual drug reviews and therapeutic/class reviews using relevant information for decision-making and business planning, including clinical evidence, pharmacoeconomic evidence, clinical practice input, patient input and a budget impact analysis;
• 2 years or more supervisory experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Clifford.Lo@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

The BC Public Service COVID-19 Vaccination Policy defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.