Description
Job Description:
Full Time (hours may vary)
JOB DUTIES - It is expected that all duties and responsibilities of this position will be performed in a manner consistent with the mission and core values.
* Complies with Kentucky and Federal Pharmacy Laws, Joint Commission standards, and National Patient Safety Goals regarding medication management.
* Serves as the drug information expert and resource regarding pharmaceuticals for the health system and the community it serves.
* Prioritizes workflow by patient impact.
* Interprets and reviews medication orders received for correct drug, dosage, route, frequency, allergies, therapeutic duplications, interactions, contraindications, and potential adverse effects.
* Oversee dispensing of pharmaceuticals, reconciliation of controlled substances, management of expirations and recalls.
* Supports and documents completion of clinical and cost savings initiatives, therapeutic drug monitoring, and appropriate formulary utilization
* Demonstrates a commitment to safety through well documented reporting of safety events.
* Demonstrates supervisory skills necessary to plan organize and direct activities in the pharmacy in a cost effective manner.
* Provides technician oversight and assumes role of supervisor in routine daily activities.
* Effectively utilizes pharmaceutical references.
* Has a working knowledge of pharmacy operations including: pharmacy operating system, use of patient record, purchasing, inventory and formulary management, automation, packaging, USP 797, USP 795, pharmaceutical waste, Joint Commission standards.
* Proficient in pharmaceutical calculations.
* Promotes engaged learning environment for pharmacy students.
* Follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
* Adheres to medical ethics and has concern for the welfare of the patient, pharmacy and institution.
* Willingly accepts other duties as assigned.
De-Centralized Pharmacy Services:
OR Satellite Pharmacy
Cancer Center
Clinical Pharmacy Services
Retail Pharmacy
Pharmacist I: Can function independently in all aspects of central pharmacy tasks or one de-centralized pharmacy service.
Pharmacist II: Can function independently in all aspects of two or more de-centralized pharmacy services as well as all central pharmacy tasks.
Pharmacist III: Primarily work third shift (2).
The above is intended to describe the general content and functions of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities. Associates may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor. The job description is subject to continual revisions as needed for patient care. Due to the services and care provided by this institution, associates may be requested to serve in related capacities as determined by their qualifications in a different unit, department and location, in an effort not to disrupt the provision of patient care.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITY -
* Kentucky Board of Pharmacy license in good standing
* Doctorate of Pharmacy degree preferred
* Hospital Pharmacy experience preferred
* ACLS preferred
* Proficient in clinical skills for patients in the following age categories:
Neonate-0 to 4 weeks, infant-4 weeks to 1 year, child-1 to 12 years, adolescent-13 to 17 years, adult-18 to 70 years, and geriatric-70 years and above.
* Attentive to detail.
* Ability to efficiently organize and prioritize workflow for timely completion.
* Flexibility to adaptability to interruptions in workflow and continuous change.
* Critical thinking skills to identify potential process failures and solve complex operational and patient care problems.
* Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of hospital personnel.
* Demonstrate customer service priority to anticipate and exceed expectations.
* Trustworthy and accountable.
* Engaged in continuous growth and development.
Supervised by the Pharmacy Director and Pharmacy Manager. Performance evaluations are conducted at the end of the three-month probationary period by the director with input from peers and thereafter on a yearly basis. Successful completion of competency required to remain in role.
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Employees will be expected to comply with Baptist Health's infectious disease and vaccination policies, which include but may not be limited to compliance with BHS' mandatory vaccination policies for influenza and COVID unless reasonable accommodations are needed under applicable law
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
