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Job DetailsThe Clinical Pharmacist oversees the medication distribution system for their area of responsibility. In addition, the Clinical Pharmacist identifies, prevents, and resolves drug therapy problems by ensuring each medication is indicated, effective, safe, and convenient for the patient.
Job DescriptionJob Duties- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over-write this statement)
- Assures the appropriateness of drug therapy and compliance with hospital policies
- Oversees the distribution of medications throughout TJUH
- Supports implementation of processes to assure the quality of Pharmacy services
- Trains staff as assigned (e.g., residents, interns, technicians, new pharmacists)
- Precepts student pharmacists as assigned. See Preceptor Development & Evaluation Programpolicy.
Minimum Qualifications- Doctorate Doctor of Pharmacy or RPH (see below under experience)
- Knowledge of pharmacokinetic principles required for medication dosing
- Monitor patients for response to medications
- Identify and document sentinel/serious events, near misses, medication errors and adversedrug reactions in the electronic reporting system
- Promote and assure compliance with the hospital formulary and policies and proceduresdefined by the P & T Committee.
- Provide care that is appropriate to the chronological age, developmental age, social maturity,and cultural background of the patient
- RP - Registered Pharmacist - State of Pennsylvania
Preferred Qualifications- 1 year PGY1 Pharmacy Residency preferred
- Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook skills
Additional Qualifications- Certification required based on primary work location.
Physical DemandsLift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work ShiftWorkday Night (United States of America)
Worker Sub TypeRegular
Employee EntityAlbert Einstein Medical Center
Primary Location Address5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
BenefitsJefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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