Pharmacist Diem - HPW

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

$74.00 - $74.00

Pharmacist Diem

FLSA Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt

Ensures safe, appropriate, cost effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures and protocols. Contributes to the quality and effective operation of the department. Demonstrates proficiency in information systems, including clinical information system and automated dispensing system. Effectively manages site-specific Outpatient Prescription Program. Ensures understanding of Federal and New Jersey laws governing controlled substance dispensing. Prepares sterile products according to policy.

Prepare NICU and pediatric doses according to hospital policy.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy. Pharm

D graduate of an ACPE Accredited School of Pharmacy preferred.

Experience:

One year of hospital related pharmacy experience preferred.

Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Pharmacist - Registered

2 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Strong attention to detail;
Knowledge of and ability to use computer or typewriter keyboard;
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all age groups served by the Pharmacy.

—

8 Hours

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

• Processes medication orders via CPOE or directly into the clinical computer system that includes critically evaluating drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies, and appropriateness of drug and dose documented by intervention reports. Detects and reports suspected adverse drug events accurately and in a timely manner by documentation of ADE reports.
• Uses Omni Link system to prioritize orders and to document unresolved medication interventions effectively.
• Provides clinical and direct patient care services for assigned population(s) or floor(s)/unit(s). Responds to consultation for pharmacy interventions and makes appropriate evidence-based, patient-centered medication therapy recommendations. Works as an active member of multidisciplinary team and collaborates with healthcare providers within patient care area. Attends multidisciplinary work/care rounds with designated service as appropriate. Recommends appropriate, cost effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff as needed.
• Manages the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols and promoting rational drug therapy selection by processing non-formulary drug requests and documentation in the clinical intervention log.
• Answers the telephone in a courteous and timely manner and identifies self by name when taking calls. Responds or redirects requests as appropriate, as evidenced by personal monitoring and number of complaints received.
• Supervises and directs pharmacy technicians and pharmacy support personnel as…