CALGARY REGION PHARMACISTS

Wanted: Pharmacist to host student for job shadowing

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:55:00 +0000

A second-year University of Calgary Biological Sciences student would like the opportunity to shadow a pharmacist.

If you would be able to assist this student, please contact Calgary Region Pharmacists directly via email and we will coordinate sharing contact information.

CE: 2010 Alberta Respiratory Disease Symposium

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:33:00 +0000

Presented by The Lung Association - Alberta & NWT

“Change is in the Air”

April 8 - 11, 2010
Rimrock Resort, Banff Alberta

Featuring:

Professional Development and Accreditation
Gold Standard Research Presentations
Interdisciplinary and Cross Thematic - Clinical, Basic Science and Allied Health Professional Perspectives
Extensive Networking Opportunities

Download poster

For more information - www.ards2010.com or email

CE: Third Annual Diabetes - Simplifying the Complexity Conference

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:02:00 +0000

presented by Canadian Diabetes Association - Diabetes Educator Section / Calgary Chapter

Saturday May1, 2010 0800-1600 (Registration begins at 0700)

Radisson Hotel
2120 16 Avenue NE
Calgary AB

Download Registration Brochure

For further information contact: simplifyingthecomplexity@gmail.com

Update: Pharmacy Phone & Fax Directory

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:05:00 +0000

A new version of the Pharmacy Phone & Fax Directory has been posted.

This update is a major revision encompassing numerous additions, changes and deletions and replaces all previously published versions.

As always, if you notice any errors or omissions, please contact us so we can correct the list.

Special thank-you to Lea Ann Luchka for completing a thorough review of the listings.

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Wanted: A pharmacist to host a university student for job shadowing

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 18:11:00 +0000

We’ve received a request from a third-year University of Alberta Chemistry student who would like the opportunity to volunteer/shadow a pharmacist “to gain the experience and understanding of what it means to have a career in pharmacy”.

If you would be able to assist this student, please contact Calgary Region Pharmacists directly via email.

Reminder: QuitCore - A Group Smoking Cessation Program

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:43:00 +0000

Alberta Health Services has an effective program starting the week of January 25th, 2010, to help Albertan’s quit smoking. Please forward this email to anyone you know that is thinking about quitting, including your friends, family and co-workers!

Smokers Who Want to Quit Can Find Support in QuitCore

Smokers who want to quit oftentimes need more than willpower – they need support. QuitCore, a FREE group cessation program, is led by trained professionals that give smokers the information and tools they need to quit smoking. QuitCore is now accepting participants for its next session which begins in January 2010. The registration deadline is Monday, January 25th, 2010. Space is limited.

Based on the Tom Baker Cancer Centre (TBCC) program, which helped people quit smoking for over 25 years, QuitCore launched in the fall of 2008. More than 7,000 Albertans have quit smoking through the QuitCore/TBCC model. The program, for adults 18 and older, teaches quitting support techniques such as self-hypnosis, behaviour modification, relaxation, and strategies to help with physical and mental recovery.

QuitCore is currently being offered in Airdrie, Calgary, Camrose, Claresholm, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Lethbridge, Stettler and Wetaskiwin.

When does the program take place?
The program consists of eight 90-minute sessions, over a period of 14 weeks. Sessions for the winter program will run from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the following areas:

Calgary sessions start on Tuesday, January 26th and will be held at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre
Camrose, Claresholm, Fort McMurray, Lethbridge, Stettler and Wetaskiwin sessions start on Wednesday, January 27th
Edmonton sessions start on Thursday, January 28th and will be held at the Cross Cancer Institute

For more information or to join an upcoming session, Albertans can call toll-free 1-866-710-QUIT (7848) or visit www.quitcore.ca.

A downloadable poster is available here.

CE: The 2009 Canadian Lipid Guidelines

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:05:00 +0000

Sponsored by Merck Frosst

Presented by Dr. Patrick Ma, MD, FRCPC
Director, Heart Health Institute
Cardiology Consultants

The 2009 Canadian Lipid Guidelines

Review the significant lipid trials that have influenced the 2009 Lipid Guidelines
discuss recommended lipid treatment and the challenge of reaching lipid targets
explore the impact on day-to-day clinical practice of the 2009 Lipid Guidelines

Monday January 18, 2010

Delta Calgary South Hotel
135 Southland Drive SE
(parking on west side of hotel)

6:30 - Registration and buffet dinner
7:00 - presentation

RSVP: Jim Erhart via email

Simplifying the Complexity: 3rd Annual Diabetes Conference

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:26:00 +0000

Inspiring Excellence in Diabetes Care

For Healthcare Professionals

Saturday, May 1, 2010
Radisson Hotel in Calgary

Sponsored by the Calgary CDA DES Chapter

Details to follow

For more information please contact us at: simplifyingthecomplexity@gmail.com

CE: Update on Medications Used In Child & Adolescent Mental Health Care

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:48:00 +0000

Pharmacy Potpourri
Update on Medications Used In Child & Adolescent Mental Health Care
A Review for Retail Pharmacists

January 12, 2010 at 7:30 – 9:00PM

Alberta Children’s Hospital
Conference Room 2, (4th Floor)

Presented by Rekha Jabbal, BSP
Pharmacy Clinical Practice Leader,
Child and Adolescent Addictions and Mental Health,
Alberta Health Services

RSVP via email by January 6, 2010.

***Space is limited***

Participants may claim non-accredited learning for this event.

Downloadable poster

Job: Pharmacist - Signature Medicine Centre

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:10:00 +0000

Signature Medicine Centre Pharmacy, Calgary SW

Part-Time Pharmacist Position Available

Prof work environment, extended services, great clientele.

Store Hours 9-6 (Mon-Fri) 10-2 (Sat). No stats, evenings or Sundays!

Contact: Kim Mettimano BSc. Pharm, Owner
(403)701-4686 or via email

QuitCore - A Group Smoking Cessation Program

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:14:00 +0000

Calgary sessions start on Tuesday, January 26th and will be held at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre
Camrose, Claresholm, Fort McMurray, Lethbridge, Stettler and Wetaskiwin sessions start on Wednesday, January 27th
Edmonton sessions start on Thursday, January 28th and will be held at the Cross Cancer Institute

For more information or to join an upcoming session, Albertans can call toll-free 1-866-710-QUIT (7848) or visit www.quitcore.ca.

A downloadable poster is available here.

Job: Technician - Shoppers Drug Mart Centre Street

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 14:40:00 +0000

Shoppers Drug Mart #384, Centre Street has a position opening for a FT/PT Pharmacy Technician. Jan.4th start date. Please contact Alina @ 403-520-7461 or by e-mail: asdm384@shoppersdrugmart.ca

Job: OUTSTANDING PHARMACY TECHNICIAN OPPORTUNITY!

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:39:00 +0000

Kenron Pharmacy in Calgary is seeking a technician to participate in our growing novel practise. 
The successful candidate will:

Demonstrate excellence in communication
Be innovative and willing to learn
Possess above average compounding skills
Be committed to customer service and teamwork
Exhibit analysis and problem assessment skills

We have an extremely diverse practise which helps ensure that each work day is sufficiently different than the last. We strive to keep our staff engaged and excited about the work we do. If the thought of filling 400 prescriptions a day at a chain store is appealing to you then, you might want to stop reading here. If, however, you are interested in problem solving, compounding, and customer service then I believe I have the job for you. We are in the process of developing a state of the art compounding practise to go along with our home-care/sports medicine division and our basic prescription business. Compounding is very interesting and rewarding as it allows you to solve medication issues for patients using novel preparations. You would only be required to work Mon - Fri 9-5:30, no evenings, weekends, or holidays. This is a position that combines all the best parts of other technician jobs and puts them together in one. We look forward to meeting and working with you!

Apply confidentially to: Steve Mamchur at: Kenron Pharmacy Fax: 403 282-5185 Ph: 403 289-7224

Job: Pharmacy Technician

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:37:00 +0000

OUTSTANDING PHARMACY TECHNICIAN OPPORTUNITY!

Kenron Pharmacy in Calgary is seeking a technician to participate in our growing novel practice.
The successful candidate will:

Demonstrate excellence in communication
Be innovative and willing to learn
Possess above average compounding skills
Be committed to customer service and teamwork
Exhibit analysis and problem assessment skills

Apply confidentially to:
Steve Mamchur at:
Kenron Pharmacy
Fax: 403 282-5185
Ph: 403 289-7224

steve@kenronpharmacy.com

Job: Instructor - Pharmacy Technician Program

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:32:00 +0000

Instructor – Pharmacy Technician Program (Casual)
Bow Valley College, Calgary
Health and Community Care
Competition 09FA-72

Bow Valley College is committed to training the workforce of the future. You can be part of the team that makes a difference in the lives of our students. Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Pharmacist? Have you considered transferring your knowledge in the Pharmacy setting to an instructor role? If so, then we have an opportunity for you.

We are seeking casual Instructors for our Pharmacy Technician program. In this role you will: provide and support a learner-centred teaching environment; develop and maintain connections with program stakeholders, including the securing of practicum placements; and be a role model for other faculty members.

Specific instructor duties include:

co-ordinate and instruct labs and courses;
facilitate discussions and group activities;
assess and monitor student progress;
develop curriculum and exams;
provide consultative support to our students.

In addition, you will participate in the ongoing review of the Pharmacy Technician program and individual courses in conjunction with other department staff.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Pharmacy.
4+ years of experience as a Pharmacist.
Previous teaching experience would be an asset.
Current Alberta license.

Note: This is a part-time casual position with flexible work hours.

Closing Date: Open until suitable candidates are found.

Please submit your application on-line by visiting the Employment Opportunities section of our website at: www.bowvalleycollege.ca/hr

Pharmacists/CDEs interested in developing collaborative relationships

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:00:00 +0000

(From Carol Wei, BSc. Pharm, CDE)

My name is Carol Wei and I am a pharmacist/certified diabetes educator. I have been asked by the Academic Detailing group to update the current list of community pharmacists/CDEs who do insulin starts and diabetes management on the www.talksfordocs.com website

The academic detailers are a group of pharmacist who give presentations to physicians, and other allied professionals on various topics. Both members are pharmacists and their goal is to present unbiased information. Last fall their topic was insulin analogues in DM2

An extension, of their information detailing, is to provide tools and resources for the physicians. One resource list that has been included is a list of pharmacist/CDEs who would be willing and accessible, to collaborate with physicians, on insulin starts and management. The web site is www.talksfordocs.com and the list will be located in a diabetes toolkit. Technically, the site is on the public domain so it is accessible to anyone; however, the target audience is certainly family physicians in Calgary. A disclaimer of sorts indicating this list is not all-inclusive will be attached. e.g. "this list may not be inclusive.".

If you are interested in having your name on such a list, please fill out the listing authorization form and fax c/o Carol Wei at 403-948-6993 (dedicated pharmacy fax).

A response by November 30 is required, as I will be submitted the ‘updated’ list to the academic detailing group the first week in December.

Regards,

Carol Wei, BScPhm CDE
Canada Safeway 0281
Airdrie, AB
(403) 948-2972

Job: FT/PT Pharmacy Technician

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:17:00 +0000

Shoppers Drug Mart #384, Centre Street has a position opening for a FT/PT Pharmacy Technician.
Dec. 1st start date.

Please contact Alina @ 403-520-7461 or by e-mail.

CE: Second Line Agents in Diabetes Management - Uncovering the Facts

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:18:00 +0000

Sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline

Presented by Norman Wong, MD, FRCPC, Professor, Department of Medicine, University of Calgary; Endocrinology

Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Blackfoot Inn
5849 Blackfoot Trail SE

6:00 pm - Registration and Reception
6:30 pm - Presentation
7:30 pm - Questions & Answers
7:45 pm - Evaluation and Close

Dinner will be provided

Please confirm your attendance by Thursday, October 15 to:
Alison Funk at 403-462-7465 (email) or Christine Konowalec at 403-479-6001 (email)

Download event poster

Job: CFPCN Pharmacist - Navigation Team

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:28:00 +0000

Working Title: CFPCN Pharmacist – Navigation Team
Status: Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Hours/Rotation: 8 hour shifts
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday/Statutory holidays
Location: Variable, depending on patient’s needs
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Closing Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2009

The Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network (CFPCN) is a group of family physicians in North West Calgary and Cochrane collaborating with the Alberta Health Services - Calgary Zone to deliver the best possible primary care.

CFPCN brings together physicians and other primary health care providers to achieve efficiencies, assess and meet patient needs and cooperate on special programs that serve the Calgary Foothills area. The network operates in partnership with Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Health Services – Calgary Zone and the Alberta Medical Association.

The CFPCN Navigation Team is a new initiative that will support the family physician looking after the at-risk patient. The primary goal of the team is to connect the at-risk patient with existing community supports. The focus will initially be on:

To the patient discharged from hospital
To the patient whose physician is gathering assessment information to determine a dementia diagnosis
Coordination of falls prevention for primary care patients

CFPCN has established a team environment where individuals are encouraged to take initiative, be creative and contribute to ongoing decision-making. The PCN Pharmacist is an integral member of the Primary Care Network Team. The pharmacist will work collaboratively with patients, physician and other health care providers to provide clinical services as required for challenging, complex and chronic care patients.

Download detailed job description here.

Job: Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:08:00 +0000

Working Title: CFPCN Pharmacist
Status: Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Hours/Rotation: 8 hour days
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday/Statutory holidays
Location: Variable, depending on physician clinic location
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Closing date: Wednesday, October 14, 2009

A Description:

The Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network (CFPCN) is a group of family physicians in North West Calgary and Cochrane collaborating with the Alberta Health Services - Calgary Zone to deliver the best possible primary care.

CFPCN brings together physicians and other primary health care providers to achieve efficiencies, assess and meet patient needs and cooperate on special programs that serve the Calgary Foothills area. The network operates in partnership with Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Health Services – Calgary Zone and the Alberta Medical Association.

CFPCN has established a team environment where individuals are encouraged to take initiative, be creative and contribute to ongoing decision-making. The PCN Pharmacist is an integral member of the Primary Care Network Team. The pharmacist will work collaboratively with patients, physician and other health care providers to provide clinical services as required for challenging, complex and chronic care patients. As a member of this team, the pharmacist will be based out of family physician clinics located primarily in North West Calgary.

Download detailed job description here.

Job: Pharmacist - Primary Care Network/Calgary West Central

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:53:00 +0000

The Calgary West Central Primary Care Network is committed to expanding capacity and improving patient access to primary care through physician support and multi-disciplinary teams. Better health outcomes, improved availability of services, more efficient use of resources, and increased satisfaction for both patients and the medical team results when primary care providers work together. Informed programs with clear goals, smart objectives, thorough evaluation and analysis play a huge part of our ongoing and future direction.

Come fulfill a major role in Alberta’s primary care reform, Making Health Happen for Calgarians. We are looking for new team members to support several innovative Primary Care community programs. Visit us at www.makinghealthhappen.com for comprehensive details on our programs and career opportunities, including:

Pharmacist

As a Primary Care Network Clinical Pharmacist, you will have the unique opportunity to dramatically impact primary care reform in Calgary. Working collaboratively with patients, physicians and other allied health professionals you will

provide clinical services as required for challenging, complex and chronic care patients
conduct medication reviews and provide drug education
consult with other health care providers including family physicians and referring physicians for the identification and implementation of strategies and interventions directed by the treatment program
train, mentor and liaise with a group of Registered Nurses

Targeted patients are the elderly; those with complex medical conditions; those on multiple medications and those on medications requiring therapeutic drug monitoring.

You will work in the Access Geriatric Health program providing pharmacy consultation for family physicians and the multidisciplinary team, and will also play a key role in the Discharge Planning program providing post-discharge management and readmission intervention/prevention.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy is required
Licensed with the Alberta College of Pharmacists as a practicing member
Additional credentialing or training in specialty programs (eg, Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Certified Asthma Educator) and research experience will be considered an asset.
Minimum 2 years expertise/experience in providing pharmaceutical care.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to careers@makinghealthhappen.com, by October 15th, 2009.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job: Part time Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:12:00 +0000

The RFP ( Regional Fertility Program) Pharmacy is a small but busy clinic pharmacy located inside Foothills Professional building. Hours of operation are 8am-2pm Monday to Friday. Need help for 2 – 3 days per week. Please send resumes to peggy.hemstock@albertahealthservices.ca. Information on the clinic can be viewed at www.regionalfertilityprogram.ca

Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for assisting the Pharmacists with daily operations of the Pharmacy Department. Duties will include communications with patients and members of the health care team in the clinic, cashier duties, telephone, sending out prescriptions via courier, using the computer (prescriptions, ordering/receiving, courier etc.), assist in the processing of prescriptions and preparation of prescriptions, involvement of ordering and receiving drug orders and management of the pharmacy inventory.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have the following

Good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers, staff, & management.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Self-starter with a high level of enthusiasm.
Ability to relate to all levels of customers and their needs.
Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
Ability to work as a team player and have a team approach
Basic computer skills.
Experience preferable.

Resumes to: peggy.hemstock@albertahealthservices.ca

Job: Calea (Pharmacist)

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:09:00 +0000

Calea is the leading Canadian provider of client-focused home healthcare products & services. We are a community partner and licensed Pharmacy, providing expert solutions and support resources to healthcare professionals, hospitals, patients and their caregivers. Calea is a subsidiary of Fresenius, a publicly traded multi-billion dollar global healthcare organization. We are proud to have achieved national standards of excellence in healthcare through Accreditation Canada.
At Calea, we are dedicated to providing the highest levels of care and support to our patients, clients and partners. Employees enjoy stimulating, professional environments that provide for training/education enhancement and career development. We strive to provide a flexible work/life balance with various enhanced benefits and compensation.

Are you a Pharmacist looking for a unique and positive work environment, which provides growth, development and continuous learning opportunities?

Are you interested in working for a dynamic employer?

Then we have the right opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a part-time Pharmacist to work at our Calgary location 3 days/week (20-23 hours/week) in a comfortable office and cleanroom environment. Regular business hours are 7am-3pm & 8am-4pm; no evenings, nights, weekends or holidays!

** Flexibility to provide occasional vacation coverage throughout the year is required.

The anticipated start date is September 2009. During the first 3-4 weeks of employment, the incumbent must be available to work regular full-time hours to complete necessary training and orientation.

This position holds primary responsibility for coordinating daily supervision of all staff and activities involved in providing compounded IV medications to home patients, in accordance with established corporate procedures and provincial pharmacy laws.

The Pharmacist is responsible for controlling processes, to ensure that all products meet both professional and corporate standards of accuracy and quality. The incumbent will participate in departmental clinical and quality improvement initiatives, as well as assist with improving pharmacy performance.

If you are interested and qualified, we invite you to send your resume.

You must have a university degree in Pharmacy, and be licensed in Alberta; along with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).

Email: humanresources@calea.ca
Fax: 905-238-9495
Visit us online: www.calea.ca

Update: Pharmacy Phone & Fax Directory

noreply@blogger.com (CRP Admin) — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:11:00 +0000

An updated version of the Pharmacy Phone & Fax Directory is available for download.

Changes in this update:

New Pharmacies

Okotoks HC Pharmacy / 1, 74 Elizabeth Street / Phone 403-995-1080 / Fax 403-995-9543
Shoppers Drug Mart #2449 (Aspen Landing) / 210 Aspen Glen Landing SW / Phone 403-242-1426 / Fax 403-242-1526

Corrections

Shoppers Drug Mart Ogden / Phone 403-720-3162 / Fax 403-236-0869

CE: Diabetic Neuropathic Pain - Pathways to Optimal Clinical Outcomes

noreply@blogger.com (Calgary Region Pharmacists) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 02:27:00 +0000

A Virtual CME online interactive program - completed in the comfort of your own home!

Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim

Thursday September 17, 2009
6:35 pm - Lecture
7:30 pm - Q&A and evaluation

To participate in this event, you must register online at www.heartscript.com

Speaker: Dr. Cory Toth, MD, FAAN Neurology (Neuromuscular Diseases)

Outline:

describe the etiology of diabetic neuropathy and the various parts of the nervous system that help process pain
discuss the normal and pathologic mechanisms that contribute to pain
explain the dynamic processes that may serve to modify pain sensations
describe optimal clinical management of diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain and options to help plan treatments for their individual patients

This program has been accredited for 2.0 CEUs.