Pharmacist I 4x10's - E/O Weekends

About the role

You will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medication orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures and protocols.
• Ensure safe, appropriate, cost-effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures and protocols and direction of Leadership.
• Give input to Leadership as requested for review or creation of departmental policies, procedures and protocols; contribute to the quality and effective operation of the Department.
• Supervise and direct pharmacy support personnel in accordance with NYS Board of Pharmacy regulations and departmental guidance.
• Verify the daily activities of pharmacy technicians and point out errors in filling in a non-punitive, constructive manner.
• Maintain a neat, professional, well-groomed appearance and wear identification badge at all times.
• Perform work within specified times and prioritize the order in which work needs to be completed for both patient safety and patient satisfaction.
• Adapt positively to frequent interruptions and changes in workload and/or work schedule.
• Work cooperatively with all network staff including pharmacy management, providers and Network or Entity Leadership.
• Demonstrate the ability to address problems in the appropriate setting using tools and techniques for identification and resolution of problems.
• Be receptive to changes that enhance the services the Pharmacy department provides; proactive, forward thinking and open to instruction by Leadership.
• Perform other assigned tasks as directed or perform tasks not assigned when a need arises; identify and resolve immediate needs as well as direct ancillary staff on resolution.
• Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate and timely escalation of issues or concerns as well as the need to resolve issues in the moment when patient safety is at risk.

Pharmacist I (Inpatient)

• Perform and supervise sterile compounding according to Hospital policy and USP 797 standards.
• Perform and supervise Hazardous Sterile compounding according to Hospital policy and USP 800 standards.
• Review and verify prescriber’s orders, ensuring appropriateness and accuracy as well as adherence to hospital standards for administration and formulary.
• Direct interaction with practitioners, nursing, and ancillary staff regarding a broad range of topics that impact patient care and satisfaction as well as network and entity policy and formulary adherence.
• Order, receive, manage, and secure medication and ancillary product inventories including controlled and non-controlled substances in accordance with all applicable regulations and Network or entity policies.
• Accurately and completely dispense medications in accordance with all departmental policy, accreditation, and regulatory standards.
• Accurately and completely document interventions and interactions with providers, nursing and ancillary staff.
• Distribute medications within Bassett Healthcare Network healthcare clinics, operating rooms, and other clinical service areas in accordance with regulations and policies.
• Direct interaction with patients including obtaining medication therapy histories, providing medication counseling and instruction as required.

Pharmacist I (Outpatient)

• Using clinical judgement and available resources, prepare and dispense prescriptions according to safe practices and established policies and procedures.
• Review prescriptions for appropriateness and accuracy and ensure accurate and safe labeling.
• Maintain accurate and complete patient profiles and pharmacy records in accordance with Network policies and procedures, state and federal regulations.
• Maintain accurate and complete inventory of controlled substances and follow Network policies, NYS BNE and Federal DEA requirements for inventories, record-keeping, dispensing and safeguarding controlled substances.
• Interact with providers and other healthcare professionals to monitor, review and evaluate effectiveness of medications and provide input on therapies and regimens of individual patients.
• Educate and counsel patients on medications, side effects and drug interactions, as well as the proper use of OTC medications and supplements.
• Answer medication-related questions from patients and providers and provide patient counseling on proper medication use.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians according to network policies and state regulations.
• Ensure full compliance with NYS laws and regulations as well as network policies and accreditation guidelines.
• Resolve problem prescriptions independently and appropriately in a timely manner.
• Process/validate prescriptions utilizing current information system technology to create and maintain accurate patient profiles.
• Communicate verbally to all hospital staff and patients in an effective and professional manner.
• Check all products requiring a pharmacist approval prior to dispensing.
• Participate in departmental Q/A processes such as reporting and following up on medication incidents, reconciling medical administration records (MARs), reporting medication adverse events and errors.
• Identify barriers to patient discharge when practicing in Hospital setting, including financial barriers that are handed off and resolved in a thorough manner.
• Problem solving may require participation on interdisciplinary teams or revising hospital or departmental policy, procedures or treatment guidelines.

Education/Qualifications

• 5-year degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Must maintain all requirements including continuing education as mandated by the New York State Board of Pharmacy.

Experience

• Minimum one year experience as a registered pharmacist preferred.
• Compounding and dispensing medications.
• Monitoring medication therapies.
• Providing medication advice and counseling.
• Verifying prescription and orders.
• Overseeing pharmacy technicians and staff.
• Conducting and overseeing inventories.
• Safeguarding controlled substances.

Licensure/Certificates

• Licensed and currently registered in the state of New York to practice pharmacy.

Skills

• Adaptability
• Clinical Skills
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Maintain Confidentiality

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work – Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, walking.
• Frequent grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), fit testing.

Hazards

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure.
• Chemical exposure.

Working Conditions

• Occasional extreme temperatures, vibration, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors.

Travel

• Occasional travel – The job may require travel from time to time, but not on a regular basis.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.

Pay

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

• Pay Range Minimum: USD $127,982.40/Yr.
• Pay Range Maximum: USD $166,400.00/Yr.