Senior Pharmacist, Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacotherapy Specialist - Pharmacy (CEN)

• Surveillance, Reporting, and Analytics:

  • Conduct antimicrobial utilization and resistance surveillance activities.
  • Analyze antimicrobial consumption trends and resistance patterns.
  • Prepare reports and present findings to hospital leadership and clinical committees.
  • Identify opportunities for system-wide improvements based on data analysis.

• Research and Scholarly Activities:

  • Collaborate and coordinate research projects, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical trials in partnership with Infectious Diseases physicians and other healthcare professionals.
  • Support protocol development, data collection, analysis, dissemination of findings, and implementation of evidence-based practices.
  • Contribute to publications, presentations, and scholarly activities that advance antimicrobial stewardship and infectious diseases pharmacotherapy.

• Interprofessional Collaboration:

  • Partner with Infectious Diseases physicians, Pharmacy Services, Infection Prevention and Control, Microbiology, Information Technology, clinical programs, and hospital leadership to support stewardship initiatives.
  • Collaborate with EPIC analysts and informatics teams to develop, optimize, and evaluate antimicrobial stewardship tools, dashboards, clinical decision support systems, utilization reports, and other informatics-related initiatives.

• Committee Leadership and Governance:

  • Chair or co-chair Antimicrobial Management Committee (AMC) and Antimicrobial Stewardship Program meetings.
  • Lead discussions, establish priorities, and coordinate stewardship activities across clinical programs.
  • Present antimicrobial stewardship initiatives, utilization data, quality improvement outcomes, resistance trends, and recommendations to various committees including:
    • Medical Advisory Committee (MAC)
    • Drugs and Therapeutics Committee (DTC)
    • Quality of Care Committee (QOC)
    • Pharmacy, Infection Prevention and Control, and other corporate committees as required

• Education and Knowledge Translation:

  • Provide education, mentorship, and clinical support to pharmacists, physicians, learners, and other healthcare professionals regarding antimicrobial stewardship and infectious diseases pharmacotherapy.
  • Deliver evidence-based recommendations supported by current literature and best-practice guidelines.
  • Develop educational resources and facilitate learning opportunities across the organization.

• Program Promotion and Organizational Engagement:

  • Promote the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Lead and support organization-wide awareness campaigns, educational events, and initiatives, such as World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) and other stewardship-focused activities.
  • Act as an ambassador for antimicrobial stewardship throughout SHN and within regional and provincial networks.

Requirements:

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree program in pharmacy, or recognized equivalent.
• Advanced clinical degree such as a post-baccalaureate Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
• Active registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Infectious disease training or equivalent clinical experience (e.g. pharmacy fellowship program).
• Minimum five years of relevant pharmacy experience.
• Self-motivated, can work independently and has excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with inter-professional teams.
• Demonstrates leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill required.
• Strong critical thinking and critical appraisal skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills required.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of research, statistical and analytical methodologies.
• Strong computer skills and demonstrates understanding of health information systems and computer database management.
• Teaching experience.
• Able to work on complex problems with various clinical and technical stakeholders to provide innovative and creative solutions to achieve resolution and maintain patient safety.
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.
• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards.
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community.
• Excellent work performance and attendance.

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Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.

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