Graduation from a recognized pharmacy school approved by the University of South Alabama
Registered Pharmacist (RPH) licensure with the State of Alabama
Controlled Substances (CONSUBS) licensure to dispense controlled substances in Alabama
Completion of an approved Alabama Board of Pharmacy IV certification program within 90 days
Equivalent education and experience combinations may be considered.
Responsibilities
Assists with medication use and monitoring across all patient care areas
Participates in quality improvement studies and drug evaluations
Performs patient care tasks in a timely manner using pharmacy systems
Dispenses medications and prepares IV solutions, including chemotherapy
Confirms work accuracy of pharmacy technicians and unit dose carts
Consults with physicians regarding medication orders and potential interactions
Trains new pharmacy employees and maintains departmental compliance
Benefits
Employees working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits
Opportunities for professional development and training
Participation in performance improvement activities
Supportive work environment that encourages collaboration
Access to hospital resources and information systems.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
Assists pharmaceutical activities and functions related to medication use and monitoring for all patient care areas according to departmental and hospital guidelines
Participates in studies, quality monitors and drug evaluations to improve pharmaceutical care and clinical outcomes
Performs patient care activities on the pharmacy computer system in a safe and timely manner
Utilizes a personal computer or terminal to access the Hospital Information System or the Pharmacy Purchasing System
Performs general pharmacy duties as needed by filling and dispensing medications
Prepares and dispenses IV solutions and compounds medications including Chemotherapy
Dispenses controlled substances as defined by the controlled substance permit
Confirms accuracy of work performed by pharmacy technician, including unit dose carts
Reviews physician's orders for appropriate route, dose, scheduling and potential drug interactions and consults physicians as needed
Serves as a resource for medical and nursing staff regarding pharmaceutical activities
Provides information on medications for patients as needed
Encourages pharmacy and physician staff to use Formulary medications
Communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families and healthcare team in person and via telephone
Responds to overhead pages
Maintains accurate and complete records
Utilizes the correct documentation tools and procedures for all pharmacy functions
Maintains proper records for all medications and controlled substances dispensed or received
Accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict
Cooperates, helps others and improves the performance of the department; completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas, equipment and supply areas
Abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization's values
Adheres to hospital policies including confidentiality
Ttrains and orients new pharmacy employees to the department and their job functions
Safely performs essential functions with minimum supervision
Utilizes proper body mechanics when moving equipment and supplies that is necessary to perform essential functions
Maintains and operates equipment and reports broken or malfunctioning equipment
Adheres to current Infection control and safety standards
Utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of the job
Demonstrates the ability to provide competent patient care to Neonate, Infant-Toddler/Preschool, School age/Adolescent, Reproductive age and Post/Peri Menopausal patient population
Participates on committees as assigned
Performance improvement activities through quality measurement or participation of ICARE process as assigned
Accesses and accurately maintains electronic and paper medical records
Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
Regular and prompt attendance
Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
Related duties as assigned
Additional Information
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Qualifications
Graduation from a recognized school of Pharmacy as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama Required
RPH - Registered Pharmacist - Licensure with the State of Alabama to practice pharmacy Required and
CONSUBS - Pharmacist Control Substance Licensure with the State of Alabama to dispense Controlled Substances Required
Completion of an approved Alabama Board of Pharmacy IV certification program within 90 Days Required
Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.
