Application Specialist (Pharmacy)

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Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Princess Margaret Hospital
Department: UHN Digital, Software Service
Reports to: Manager, Pharmacy Clinical Informatics
Work Model: Hybrid
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $50.74 to $63.43 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with
UHN compensation policy)
Status: Temporary Full-Time (approx. 12 Months with possibility of extension)
Closing Date: April 27, 2025

Position Summary

The Application Specialist, Pharmacy is an integral member of the Digital Software Services (DSS) team. This position works closely with other members of the DSS team to support identified applications for University Health Network (UHN) including both clinical and business applications. The Application Specialist, Pharmacy will use their clinical pharmacy, computer science and/or technical skills to support the Epic Health Information System (HIS) and other pharmacy applications, overseeing Pharmacy workflows and build. The Specialist will work closely with clinical and other teams to gather and analyze information and specifications regarding clinical practices/workflows and business processes; configure the system based on decisions; test the system at various stages; develop and document policies and procedures that will support use of the system; and act as a liaison between end users, Epic and third-party vendors to ensure clear communication and understanding of requirements. Additionally, the specialist will act in supervisory capacity for the electronic drug distribution system to ensure safe and accurate medication order processing, verification, dispensing and administration.

The specialist will participate in support activities, system and business analysis, system upgrades and testing. The energy, enthusiasm, and dedication of this individual will allow the Digital Software Services team to contribute to the successes of the organization.

This description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not intended to determine specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Essential functions may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Duties

• Maintains expert knowledge of supported applications.
• Provide day-to-day support, including resolution of complex and escalated issues.
• Perform/coordinate various testing types (user acceptance, application, performance, stress, regression, and integration) for new releases and changes.
• Participate in the design, development, testing, validation, and maintenance of Pharmacy systems and related upstream and downstream systems.
• Responsible for implementing applicable required operational practices and complying with the medication management standards of Accreditation Canada and the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Leads current and future state system analysis and flow.
• Utilize expert knowledge of applications and query language to generate queries and reports for data monitoring by management and clinical staff.
• Assist with system workflow issues and guides the implementation of requested changes.
• Collaborate with Manager, Team Leads, and co-workers to ensure exceptional customer service.
• Communicate with external software vendors to maintain ongoing business and functional requirements.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of policies and procedures.
• Provide end-user training and attend/facilitate established end-user meetings.
• Maintain technical and procedural documentation, including diagrams.
• Participate in an on-call roster for support coverage.

• At minimum, completion of a bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or recognized equivalent required.
• At minimum 4 - 6 years of practical and related experience and/or 1 year on-the-job training required.
• Experience with one or more clinical/business applications in a large healthcare organization required.
• Licensed with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, Part A. required.
• Proven understanding of how clinical requirements for Closed Loop Medication Safety Management can translate to into a technical solution
• At minimum 2 years experience as a practicing hospital pharmacist
• Strong understanding of the healthcare system and hospital sector
• Proven understanding of how clinical requirements can translate into a technical solution.
• Previous project/systems implementation experience.
• Demonstrated success in leading change and utilizing change management frameworks and tools.
• Familiarity with PHIPA and PIPEDA legislation and translation into practice.
• Certification in one or more of the following Epic applications is preferred: Willow Inpatient, Willow Inventory. Other Epic certifications welcome.
• Knowledge and understanding of HL7 Interfaces strongly preferred.
• Certified Associate in Project Management or Project Management Professional certification would be considered an asset.

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.