Description
Overview
Functions as a Pharmacist as defined by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners. Responsible for providing all aspects of pharmaceutical care, including clinical and distributive tasks, for patients served within UnityPoint Health - GRMC. Acts as a member of the health care team to help patients and clinic staff achieve clinical outcomes and monitor progress toward common goals. Performs assignments and projects as directed by the Pharmacy Management Team. Supervises Pharmacy technicians in the absence of formal departmental leadership.
Why UnityPoint Health?
* Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
* Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
* Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
* Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
* Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
Responsibilities
PROFESSIONALISM• Prioritizes collaboration and open communication between health care professionals and operates in a professional and courteous manner • Fosters a positive work culture centered on honesty, openness, and integrity • Inspires and motivates members of the health care team by building department morale • Strives to ensure the success of the team as a whole over personal success • Effectively balances the responsibilities of the team and individual team members • Demonstrates a commitment to the development and achievement of common goals within the department and hospital system • Facilitate continuous professional development through involvement in professional activities that enhance pharmacy practice and improve the patient care experience • Encourages and provides constructive feedback to identify opportunities for improvement within the department• Ensures the appropriate preparation and dispersal of medications in accordance with facility, state, and national laws and regulations • Assures compliance with HIPAA, DNV, OSHA and other state and federal regulations guiding healthcare • Adheres to policies and procedures of UPH-GRMC• Prioritizes the importance of preventing errors, accidents, and infections within the workplace and reports potential or actual concerns immediately • Completes all competency and skills assessment requirements OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONS• Oversees technical and support staff in the absence of administrative personnel • Verifies the accuracy of medication stock in automated dispensing cabinets • Reviews the work of other pharmacy personnel to ensure the appropriate dispensing of medications per the prescriber's order in accordance with laws and regulations. Serves as a drug information resource for the health care team, patients, and community members • Inspects pharmaceutical supplies, storage, and utilization on assigned patient care areas • Maintains a neat, clean, orderly, and secure department and work area CLINICAL FUNCTIONSPractices pharmaceutical care activities. Reviews medication orders to assess the appropriateness of drug selection for the patient. Based on patient specific parameters (e.g. renal and hepatic function, co-morbidities, patient-specific medication compliance issues, etc.), evaluates medication regimens for appropriate dosing, schedule, route, contraindications, and potential drug interactions. Contacts the prescriber as necessary for clarification or to recommend appropriate therapy or dosage changes. In accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols, specific activities may include, but are not limited to:• Dosing of medications using the principles of pharmacokinetics • Management of parenteral nutrition• Review of chemotherapy regimens• Assessment of select IV medications to determine if oral administration is appropriate• Provide drug and disease education in areas including diabetes management, anticoagulation, and self-administration of injections• Actively supports and participates in medication reconciliation• Evaluation and interpretation of culture and susceptibility reports for antimicrobial recommendations• Participation as a member of the health care team in patient care rounds• Evaluation of complex questions regarding medication regimens and adverse drug reactions• Assessment of medication treatment guidelines, protocols, medication formularies and dosing guidelines, identifying areas for improvement in these areas• Maintenance of the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selections• Supports the expansion of patient care services • Documents pharmacist interventions in the electronic health record • Accountable for quality improvement measures and patient safety initiatives, particularly as they relate to medications and medication use evaluation (MUE) activities • Supports the ongoing development of pharmacy staff to increase knowledge and skills • Participates in appropriate committees, including Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, Pharmacy and Therapeutics Subcommittees, Quality Improvement Committees, and other work groups • Demonstrates a commitment to the improvement of patient care, customer satisfaction, and team member performance • Participates in the experiential education of pharmacy residents, pharmacy students, and students of other health care professions • As assigned, serves as a pharmacy liaison to a patient care area, providing drug information and solving patient care and pharmacy issues OTHER FUNCTIONS: The following are performed on an as needed basis:• This position may be assigned a specific mission in an emergency situation to assist in disaster response and recovery as part of the UPH-GRMC Hospital Emergency Incident Command System. Situations of a critical nature may require an individual to perform multiple tasks until additional support can be obtained• Functions other than described above may be needed occasionally required to provide optimal patient care
Qualifications
Education:• B.S. Pharmacy with equivalent clinical experience• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) preferred• Completion of an ASHP accredited PGY-1 pharmacy residency preferredExperience:• Must be able to proficiently read, write and speak English• Proficiency in navigating the electronic medical record• One or more years of hospital pharmacy experience preferredLicense(s)/Certification(s):• Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. • Iowa Pharmacist license in good standing or eligible for licensure • Must attain a license to practice Pharmacy in Iowa within six months of employment. Must be directly supervised by a licensed pharmacist until Iowa Pharmacist license is obtained• Must maintain current license to practice pharmacy in Iowa and be in good standing with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners• Board Certification preferred
