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Pharmacist II
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The Pharmacist II (Supervising Pharmacist) performs advanced (senior-level) pharmaceutical work under the
Director of Pharmacy. Work involves planning and coordinating pharmaceutical programs, activities and
operations. Supervises Pharmacy Technicians. Coordinates all aspects of pharmaceutical care, including
inventory maintenance, drug storage, medication order review, drug dispensing, and drug delivery. Provides
consultative services to other clinical staff. Provides after-hours coverage for pharmacy services on a rotating
schedule. Establishes and maintains effective interpersonal relationships.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating
and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or
Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment
and/or location.
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating
schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as
assigned.
Oversees the pharmacy dispensing process. Reviews and interprets medication orders for appropriateness,
product availability, cost effectiveness and compliance with local policy, formulary and with applicable laws and
regulations to ensure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
(CMS) conditions of participation, Texas Administrative Code (TAC), and the rules and regulations of the Agency
and state hospital system. Controls drug distribution to ensure correct medications are dispensed. Supervises and
verifies the work of Pharmacy Technicians. (30%)
Participates in pharmaceutical care activities. Monitors patients' drug therapy for therapeutic response,
contraindications, interactions (drug-drug, drug-food, lab-drug, drug-disease state), allergies, adverse reactions,
and appropriateness through the following: medication order review, drug profile review, and communication with
physicians and nursing staff. (30%)
Supervises Pharmacy Technicians. Posts positions, conducts interviews, and completes the hiring process as
required to ensure effective staffing. Ensures qualifications are verified, including primary source verification on
licenses, registrations, and certifications as required. Uses the HHSC performance management system effectively
to develop staff and takes disciplinary action as required or needed to ensure effective staff performance. Training
is monitored on supervised areas to ensure compliance or actions are taken to correct deficiencies effectively.
Conducts quarterly reviews on direct reports; ensures reviews are completed on all supervised areas through
monitoring. (10%)
Maintains an accurate inventory. Adheres to all federal and state laws pertaining to handling of controlled
substances. Provides accurate medication order entry that results in correct billing and inventory maintenance.
(10%)
Provides pharmaceutical information to patients and staff. Researches and responds to drug information requests
from staff and patients. Provides accurate information in a timely manner in a format appropriate to the question and
to the requestor. Prepares and conducts medication education classes for patients. (5%)
Participates pharmacy performance improvement activities. Plans, coordinates, and executes pharmaceutical
programs and activities to improve pharmacy services. Plans, develops, monitors, and implements policies and
procedures in response to facility needs, inspection and audit results, and changes in pharmacy regulations. (5%)
Participates in an after-hours on-call schedule. (5%)
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating
and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or
Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment
and/or location. (5%)
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of principles and techniques used in pharmacy.
Knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to the practice of pharmacy.
Knowledge of procedures and laws pertaining to the receipt, storage, and dispensing of drugs.
Skills in the operation of applicable pharmacy computer software.
Skills in reviewing and interpreting laboratory reports.
Skills in written and oral communications.
Skills in using a personal computer, email, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and office
equipment.
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others.
Ability to prepare and maintain detailed records, files and reports.
Ability to type accurately based on work requirements.
Ability to review medication orders for safety and accuracy.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Must be licensed as a Pharmacist by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Initial Selection Criteria:
Experience in Retail and/or facility Pharmacy Operations Additional Information:
Requisition# 510555.
Salary Note: The salary offered will follow HHS HR Policy starting salary guidelines which are typically made at or near the minimum of the salary range. For internal applicants, there can be limitations in consideration of applicant's current classification and salary and is dependent upon available budget.
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.
Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All of these diseases are vaccine-preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.
If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-. MOS Code:
97E, 230X, 95, MED10, 43PX
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
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