Clinical Pharmacist; Per Diem Newark

Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist

Location: Newark-Wayne Community Hospital Pharmacy

Department: Pharmacy

Hours Per Week: Per Diem

Schedule: Monday
- Friday 7:30a - 4p, Weekend Rotations

As a Clinical Pharmacist, your outstanding pharmaceutical knowledge, paired with your ability to manage staff and liaise with medical providers, leads to optimal patient care.

• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the hospital medication distribution system and can assist system users.
• Able to function independently and without supervision.
• At a minimum, processes work at a rate that meets the needs of the department, the patients, and the institution.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all relevant departmental, organizational, and federal laws, policies, and procedures.
• Performs tasks at a level of accuracy consistent with department expectations.
• Demonstrates the ability to access patient information via the system network.
• Trains in the storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous drugs in accordance with standards set by regulatory agencies.
• Ensures that the needed stock is obtained in an emergency.

• Responds promptly to drug information requests using available references.
• Accurately identifies and prioritizes clinical issues to ensure that the most critical matters are addressed before less critical issues.
• Utilize the appropriate method of communication for the type of problem. Timely resolution of problems is essential.
• Documents all interventions per department standards.
• Participates in clinical initiatives as defined by the department.

• Directs the work of pharmacy technicians to ensure adequate staffing exists.
• Remains current in the field by proactively reading medical and pharmacy literature.
• Apothecary only: perform patient education and counseling, including an assessment of patient comprehension.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college of Pharmacy
• Strong analytical, computer, and communication skills with an excellent attention to detail

• Licensure as a Pharmacist in New York State required.

• Minimum 4 years of pharmacy practice experience in a hospital setting preferred

Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Assertive Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

• BS:
  Pharmacy (Required)

M
- Medium Work
- Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects;
Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

• LPharm
  - Licensed Pharmacist
  - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

Pay Range: $67.00 - $67.00