Clinical Pharmacist

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely reviews and dispenses medications for the pediatric population in accordance with professional standards.
• Accurately prepares medications and administers them to patients.
• Responds to drug information inquiries from other healthcare professionals.
• Oversight and supervision of duties performed by pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Must possess a Virginia Pharmacy License or be eligible for licensure within four months of hire.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a graduate of an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy.
• Must have interpersonal skills to communicate and gain cooperation with hospital administration, staff, patients, and guests regarding drug therapy.
• Must have analytical skills to ensure medications are prepared according to professional standards.
• Must possess critical thinking skills to consult and advise physicians and patients on medication use and side effects.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be in good standing with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy and maintain continuing education requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature, and the like.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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