Description
The Pharmacist interprets, processes and dispenses medication pursuant to a written order/prescription issued by a qualified prescriber in accordance with all pertinent laws, rules and/or regulations. He/she will maintain and ensure the provision of quality pharmaceutical services to the Hospital.
This includes:
* Reviewing each medication order for accuracy, drug allergies/interactions and entering into the computer based patient profile
* Dispensing medication accurately and in a timely fashion ensuring proper labeling
* Ensuring that all large and small volume parenterals, parenteral nutrition solutions, specialized dilutions, chemotherapeutic agents and piggybacks are prepared using aseptic technique in an acceptable environment.
* Ensuring that unit dose medication cassettes are properly prepared for daily exchange
* Dispensing controlled substances and maintaining appropriate records
* Providing accurate and timely drug information as requested by Physicians, Nurses and peers
* Supervising and monitoring all Pharmacy Technicians, volunteers and inventory personnel in functions related to the preparation of medication
* Maintaining professional proficiency and competency by earning required Continuing Education credits; participates in seminars, lectures, course work, etc., as required
Requirements:
* NJ Licensure to practice pharmacy
* Graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy recognized by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy
* Previous hospital pharmacy experience required
Grade 130
