Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm D)
Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in PA and/or NY
Ability to sit for boards and obtain licensure within 120 days
Preferred hospital experience
Responsibilities
Process prescriptions and conduct prospective drug reviews
Provide accurate drug information to healthcare professionals and patients
Assist in supervising and directing pharmacy technicians and support personnel
Contribute to efficient departmental operations including inventory maintenance
Participate in safety and performance improvement initiatives
Oversee nightly pharmacy operations if serving as Night Pharmacist
Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with healthcare professionals
Opportunities for professional growth and training
Access to advanced pharmacy technologies
Engagement in performance improvement programs
Commitment to safety and compliance with regulations
Full Job Description
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
Optimizes patient care by promoting rational, safe and cost effective pharmaceutical care including drug dispensing, intravenous admixture program and providing drug information. Conducts drug therapy monitoring and implements drug therapy interventions to reduce adverse events. Oversees the work performed by pharmacy technicians, students and other support staff.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Process prescriptions: Conducts prospective drug review on all prescriptions processed. Independently reviews and assesses medication prescriptions to identify, prevent and resolve potential and actual drug related problems; ensures that medications are accurately and efficiently compounded and dispensed. Ensures safe and appropriate and cost-effective medication therapies for patients. Demonstrates sound professional judgment and knowledge to resolve emergent issues. (20%)
Drug Information and Patient Interventions: Provides accurate and timely drug information to other health professionals, patients and the public. Documents interventions and outcomes related to drug therapy. Collaborates with the healthcare team to manage drug therapy, protocols and guidelines. (20%)
Assist in Department Management: Assists the manager in supervising and directing work of pharmacy technicians, students, externs and other support personnel in daily operations. Trains pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy residents and students in their duty areas. Oversees daily inventory maintenance purchases. Assures that all controlled substances are stored and dispensed in compliance with Federal, State and departmental regulations. (20%)
Work Environment: Contributes to the effective operation of the department through all activities including computer functions, refill medications, generation of labels and answering phones appropriately. Maintains a clean and orderly work environment. (20%)
Safety: Participates in performance improvement and regulatory compliance efforts. Maintains an attitude that promotes and fosters an environment of safety. All steps are done in a courteous and efficient manner. (20%)
May be responsible for the following if serving as the Night Pharmacist: Triages, prioritizes and delegates the nightly activities of the pharmacy department. Serves as the primary interface to resolve medication related problems between pharmacy, nursing and other disciplines. Demonstrates proficiency in trouble shooting and solving information technology, computer and automation problems.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm D)
Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in the state of PA and/or NY at hire or sit for boards and obtain licensure within 120 days.
Preferred
Hospital Experience preferred.
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
