Employment Opportunities

2 Positions – Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Pharmacist

Nurse Practitioner

1 Full Time Position (Temporary – Parental Leave Replacement)

Are you a dedicated, innovative Nurse Practitioner with an unbridled passion for patient care? The Belleville Nurse-Practitioner-Led Clinic (BNPLC) is currently hiring two full time Nurse Practitioners. 

The Clinic

Since 2010, the BNPLC has been a trusted leader in providing accessible, individualized, fully responsive primary health care in the Quinte Region. With more than 3200 registered patients with a diverse range of needs, we make a difference every day.

The Position

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will provide primary health care, health promotion and disease prevention care.  Care will be delivered within the clinic and within the community.   The NP will provide comprehensive care for clients with chronic disease, collaborating with or consulting the health care team and physician for the provision of evidence-based care.  The NP will establish a network with community agencies for referral and supportive care

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care to Clinic patients in accordance with standards and practices set by the provincial governing body and aligned with the Clinic’s strategic direction.
• Provide health care services including health promotion and disease prevention.
• Enhance access to care for all clients and members of the community.

The Successful Candidate

You are a Nurse Practitioner through and through.  There’s nothing you enjoy more than caring for people. You are patient, empathetic, and compassionate as you tend to your patients in their moments of need.

A dedicated clinician, you are well-versed in your craft. You are committed to continuous learning and have current and expert knowledge in the latest, evidence-based methods and practices of primary care delivery. You are tirelessly passionate about health promotion and disease prevention and you share your knowledge openly and without judgment.

You are a skilled communicator with an effortless ability to build meaningful relationships and partnerships.   You work well in teams and share responsibility easily.  You welcome change and manage it skillfully.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Degree in Nursing from an accredited university
• Master’s Prepared education as a Primary Health Care NP
• Registration as an RN (EC) with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Membership in RNAO or NPAO
• Minimum 2 years related or applicable experience in a community or primary health care setting
• Knowledge and understanding of Continuous Quality Improvement
• Additional clinical training or certification is an asset.
• Proficiency in use of Internet, Microsoft software, and drug database programs
• Experience with an Electronic Medical Record, e.g. Telus
• Experience in program design and delivery is an asset.
• Professional liability insurance
• Current Ontario Driver’s License
• Certification in CPR

Job Requirements

• Ability to travel within the community to provide required care.
• Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures as per applicable legislation
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the Belleville NPLC
• Ability to work flexible work hours, including weekends and evenings
• Vaccinated against Covid-19 (minimum of two doses) or has valid medical exemption
• Proficiency in French would be an asset

Physical Demands:

• The position requires minimal physical effort and the workday comprises roughly equal amounts of standing and sitting with frequent position changes.

Annual Salary Range:  $122,178.00-$123,399.00

Term:  Temporary (Up to 1 year)

Anticipated Start Date: August 19, 2024

Learn more about us at: www.bnplc.ca.  Learn more about our community at: www.belleville.ca

Please submit a cover letter and resume clearly stating how you meet the requirements for this position online at:  resumes@bnplc.ca  The Belleville Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check prior to the commencement of employment at their own expense.

Clinical Pharmacist

1 Part Time Clinical Pharmacist (0.8 FTE)

Position Summary

As a key member of the Belleville Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic (BNPLC), and an integral part of an interdisciplinary health care team, the Pharmacist will provide pharmaceutical care to Belleville Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic (BNPLC) patients and serve as a resource to the team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care to patients in accordance with standards set by governing body, and that is aligned with the overall strategic direction of the BNPLC
• Provide health promotion and education across the lifespan,
• Promote disease prevention and provide chronic disease management, primary mental health care support and primary palliative care support
• Enhance access to care
• Practice within a pharmacist’s legal scope of practice including prescribing smoking cessation aids, dose adjustments and prescription renewals;
• Collaborate and/or consult as appropriate, with members of an interdisciplinary team within the clinic and externally with the community of care
• Advocate, educate, lead, provide mentorship, and consult as needed
• Participate in committees or community groups where an identified need for advocacy or representation is required
• Design, implement and evaluate health care programs for the BNPLC in coordination with all members of the health care team; that address current gaps in service, target population or population health (e.g. STOP, OMSC (Ottawa Model for Smoking Cessation), Diabetes, Insulin Pump, INR)
• Works in collaboration with an Interprofessional team to safely and effectively provide appropriate primary care for patients.
• Perform patient medication reviews and reconciliation
• Identify and build relationships with community pharmacists who have expertise in particular drug/disease management areas (e.g. anticoagulation, cholesterol screening and monitoring, hypertension screening and monitoring, diabetes management, smoking cessation) and refer patients according to BNPLC protocols
• Answer drug related queries of BNPLC team members
• Educate and update BNPLC team members on the most current pharmacy or prescription guidelines and evidence-based research.
• Raise awareness and educate members of the BNPLC and the community on medication adherence issues and safe medication use.
• Monitor drug doses under clinical management plans.
• Foster an environment of safe medication practices within the community through systems analysis that includes improved interdisciplinary communication to encourage actions that support seamless care with the local health care community e.g. communicate changes in medications, errors, or patient concerns where appropriate.
• Plan, implement & evaluate health promotion, disease and accident prevention strategies and programs within the community
• Coordinate care or services for individuals or families
• Provide culturally sensitive care
• Record pharmaceutical assessments and interventions
• Submit statistics as required by Ontario Health and/or BNPLC
• Participate in training sessions as required by the BNPLC
• Participate in regular team meetings, and other meetings as requested
• Participates in the development, planning and evaluation of treatment, education, counselling and health promotion/disease prevention activities of the BNPLC.
• Facilitates group educational sessions and activities using the principles of child, youth, adult or older adult learning.
• Assists in the maintenance of a clean, orderly work environment
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA, 2004) and all other relevant legislation.
• Work in compliance with Health and Safety laws adhering to safe work practices and procedures established by the BNPLC.
• Other duties as required

Skills/Knowledge Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as a member of an Interprofessional team, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Exceptional documentation skills and attention to detail
• A positive and professional attitude
• Excellent time management skills with an ability to multi-task and effectively set priorities
• Knowledge in current, evidence-based methods and practice of primary care delivery
• Excellent oral/written/interpersonal skills
• Proficient in use of internet, Microsoft software, drug database programs
• Experience with an Electronic Medical Record, e.g., Telus EMR
• Experience in program design, delivery and evaluation an asset

Education/Specific Job Requirements:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Pharmacy
• Must possess a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a primary care or similar practice setting;
• Licensed and in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (Part A);
• Current registration with Ontario Pharmacists Association and evidence of Professional Liability Insurance coverage
• Additional training or credentialing in pharmacotherapy (e.g. Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, Certified Diabetes Educator, Certified Asthma educator, etc.) is considered an asset.
• Certification in CPR
• Vaccinated against Covid-19 (minimum of two doses) or has valid medical exemption
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings
• Current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (less than 6 months old)

Physical Demands:

• The position requires minimal physical effort and the workday comprises roughly equal amounts of standing and sitting with frequent position changes.

Pay: $46.75 – $47.24 per hour

Benefits: 

Learn more about us at: www.bnplc.ca.  Learn more about our community at: www.belleville.ca

Please submit a cover letter and resume clearly stating how you meet the requirements for this position online at:  resumes@bnplc.ca  The Belleville Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check prior to the commencement of employment at their own expense.