Health System Pharmacist 2

About the Role

Harlem Hospital Center has been a bedrock of the Harlem community since 1887, providing a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and family support services. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high-quality healthcare services without exception. This position encompasses professional, supervisory, clinical, and administrative work within a pharmacy department, adhering to Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Fills prescriptions and patient orders, resolves discrepancies in patient therapy, and follows up on problems.
• Utilizes clinical data to evaluate physician orders and ensure appropriate therapy.
• Provides and documents drug information and patient counseling.
• Documents interventions, adverse drug reactions (ADRs), and medication errors.
• Directs and utilizes personnel including technicians, aides, and clerical staff.
• Assists in monthly inspections of patient care units and the Pharmacy.
• Maintains adequate medication supply in individual work areas.
• Participates in Pharmacy staff in-services and meetings related to Systemwide and/or healthcare setting programs.
• Operates and troubleshoots automated dispensing systems as needed.
• Advises prescribers on alternatives for non-formulary drugs.
• Utilizes Outpatient and Inpatient computerized systems to enter and access patient care information.
• Coordinates and analyzes statistics and/or clinical data.
• Participates in quality management and utilization review programs.
• May coordinate the work of a small group to accomplish a project or assignment.
• May participate in the preparation and review of policies and procedures.
• May assist in the development, implementation, and execution of Pharmacy staff training curriculum.
• In the absence of the supervisor, may assist in the supervision of a Pharmacy unit or function.
• Supervises and/or coordinates the operation of a Pharmacy unit or major function.
• Prepares departmental reports, including statistical analyses.
• Develops and implements new processes to improve Pharmacy operations and quality of care.
• Orients new staff members and monitors/evaluates staff performance.
• Prepares unit work schedules and ensures staff compliance with regulatory agency rules.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate quantities of medication and supplies in the Pharmacy unit.
• Evaluates new FDA-released drugs for efficacy, adverse effects, and cost; makes formulary recommendations.
• Manages medication therapy for a group or unit of patients as part of an interdisciplinary team and participates in rounds.
• Coordinates the assessment of medication use.
• Serves as a professional and technical resource for medical professionals in specialty area(s).

Requirements

• Possession of a valid New York State license to practice pharmacy.
• Two years of post-licensure experience; or completion of a postgraduate specialty residency or fellowship program; or current Pharmacy Board Certification.