Pharmacy - Pharmacist

Pharmacy - Pharmacist

Profession: Pharmacy

Specialty: Pharmacist

Duration: Full Time

Shift: Days

Hours per Shift: Guaranteed

Hours:

Not Specified

Experience: Minimum of 2 Years

License: Unrestricted license as a registered pharmacist in any state

Certifications: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED), Clinical Competency Assessment, High-Risk Competency

Must-Have: Pharm.

D. degree; licensure as a registered pharmacist; for candidates licensed prior to 2003, a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree with 3 years of experience in hospital and/or ambulatory clinic pharmacy

Description:

This position functions within the pharmacy department.

Its primary purpose is to assure efficacious, safe, and cost-effective drug therapy and appropriate outcomes in the use of drugs and medicines.

The pharmacist prepares and distributes medications according to Federal and State law.

They provide patient counseling and education, and advise the medical and nursing staff on drug therapy.

The pharmacist selects and maintains an appropriate drug inventory.

They formulate and participate in quality improvement activities.

The services provided directly impact the healthcare of patients.

The pharmacist performs their duties in a professional manner, respects confidentiality, and demonstrates qualities endorsed by the organization's standards for service excellence.

Independent professional judgment is used prior to filling and dispensing each prescription to evaluate it for appropriateness and safety.

If any questions arise, the prescriber must be consulted.

Recommendations for alternate therapy are made by the pharmacist as needed.

Judgment failures could seriously affect the health care of individuals.

Independent judgment is required in counseling patients to verify that they understand their medications and the appropriate outcomes of drug therapy.

Counseling can directly increase medication compliance and decrease patient morbidity.

Decision-making is required in the Drug Utilization Evaluation process.

This review performed by the pharmacist results in better patient care, educates medical staff, and can result in cost savings to the clinic.

Decision-making is required in the formulation of policy and procedure which affects the overall operation of the department.

The pharmacist reviews all prescriptions for appropriateness of therapy, legality, completeness, contraindications, interactions, allergies, and adverse drug reactions.

They document all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely.

Prescriptions are entered into the pharmacy software.

Finished prescription orders must be verified in a timely manner.

Orders must be filled accurately while maintaining all required record keeping and documentation.

The pharmacist works independently with minimal supervision and organizes and prioritizes work assignments.

Pharmacy services must be provided in a timely manner.

Advising patients clearly and accurately regarding their medications and outcomes is essential.

The pharmacist verifies patient understanding of medication information, including indications, drug names and strengths, usage, and expected changes.

Communication with patients and healthcare providers is regularly conducted to resolve problems and provide optimal care.

Chart reviews for prescription refills and medication therapy management are performed.

Recommendations are written for providers, and prescription refills are requested on the patient’s behalf.

The pharmacist provides drug information, drug therapy consultation, and staff education related to drug therapy.

They direct pharmacy support personnel and verify the daily activities of pharmacy technicians.

The pharmacist serves as a role model and educator for pharmacy students and technicians.

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