Terrestris LLC
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Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? At Terrestris, we are changing the way small businesses hire. We are seeking a
Clinical
Pharmacist
to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support federal and commercial clients. Join our team, grow your career, and crush your goals at Terrestris. This role is based on site at the VA Medical Health Center in Baltimore, Maryland, as well as at satellite VA clinics throughout Baltimore City, with the specific location assigned upon hiring. I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do? At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We approach this by forming strong client and team relationships through transparency. We strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary values to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective. So, what will the
Pharmacist
at Terrestris do? The
Clinical
Pharmacist
will be responsible for ensuring the safe, accurate, and effective dispensing and administration of medications, providing expert clinical services, and ensuring compliance with relevant pharmacy regulations and guidelines. This role will involve collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and optimize therapeutic outcomes. What does a typical day look like for a Pharmacist? The
Clinical
Pharmacist's
day is dynamic. The role involves reviewing and verifying medication orders, consulting with healthcare providers, and providing drug information to ensure safe and effective patient care. They conduct patient counseling, manage intravenous admixtures, assist with pharmacy systems, and handle prescription dispensing. The pharmacist also addresses patient inquiries, supports vaccine distribution and administration, and ensures inventory control, all while collaborating with the healthcare team to optimize therapy outcomes and patient safety. The Pharmacist will perform the following duties: Filling pre-exchange and missing dose orders with the medication and delivery of the medication. Filling unit-dose carts as scheduled from the pick list and updated pick list reports including the operation of the unit-dose packaging equipment. Exchanging unit-dose carts as scheduled. Adjusting unit-dose drawers to reflect patient admissions, discharges, and transfers and clarifying patient locations, status, etc. with nursing and medical administration staff. Answering telephone calls. Preparing IV admixtures (piggybacks, large volume parenterals and chemotherapy) utilizing aseptic techniques in a timely manner for final check by a Clinical Pharmacist. Maintaining pre-determined stock levels. Utilizing the VistA computer system to maintain records and produce reports. Working closely with the Lead Technician or Supervisor to respond to changing use patterns and resolve problems. Verifying that a medication use evaluation (MUE) has been completed for all medications requiring a MUE as identified by the Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee. Verifying that a Non-Formulary Consult/request has been approved, prior to dispensing, for all medications/supplies identified as Non-Formulary by the P & T Committee. Reviewing and evaluating changes in therapy - questionable therapy and potential medication problems are discussed with prescribers and alternatives are recommended. Providing sound clinical information and make recommendations on which drugs are therapeutically equivalent, dosage differences, cost comparisons, etc. upon request by the clinical staff. Ensuring that the Patient Rx Status accurately corresponds to their eligibility. Prepare individual syringes for dosing vaccine, which includes: dilute vaccine, draw up doses from multi-dose vaccine vial; label finished product with all pertinent information (lot number/expiration date and time, etc.); affix tamper evident cap; store finished product (syringe) appropriately before administration; coordinate with medical staff regarding number of patients and when patients are scheduled to receive doses in order to minimize “waste”; and document and report pertinent/required information regarding vaccine preparation and usage daily. Other tasks as assigned. What qualifications do you look for? You might be the person we’re looking for if you have: Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy)
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Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? At Terrestris, we are changing the way small businesses hire. We are seeking a
Clinical
Pharmacist
to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support federal and commercial clients. Join our team, grow your career, and crush your goals at Terrestris. This role is based on site at the VA Medical Health Center in Baltimore, Maryland, as well as at satellite VA clinics throughout Baltimore City, with the specific location assigned upon hiring. I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do? At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We approach this by forming strong client and team relationships through transparency. We strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary values to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective. So, what will the
Pharmacist
at Terrestris do? The
Clinical
Pharmacist
will be responsible for ensuring the safe, accurate, and effective dispensing and administration of medications, providing expert clinical services, and ensuring compliance with relevant pharmacy regulations and guidelines. This role will involve collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and optimize therapeutic outcomes. What does a typical day look like for a Pharmacist? The
Clinical
Pharmacist's
day is dynamic. The role involves reviewing and verifying medication orders, consulting with healthcare providers, and providing drug information to ensure safe and effective patient care. They conduct patient counseling, manage intravenous admixtures, assist with pharmacy systems, and handle prescription dispensing. The pharmacist also addresses patient inquiries, supports vaccine distribution and administration, and ensures inventory control, all while collaborating with the healthcare team to optimize therapy outcomes and patient safety. The Pharmacist will perform the following duties: Filling pre-exchange and missing dose orders with the medication and delivery of the medication. Filling unit-dose carts as scheduled from the pick list and updated pick list reports including the operation of the unit-dose packaging equipment. Exchanging unit-dose carts as scheduled. Adjusting unit-dose drawers to reflect patient admissions, discharges, and transfers and clarifying patient locations, status, etc. with nursing and medical administration staff. Answering telephone calls. Preparing IV admixtures (piggybacks, large volume parenterals and chemotherapy) utilizing aseptic techniques in a timely manner for final check by a Clinical Pharmacist. Maintaining pre-determined stock levels. Utilizing the VistA computer system to maintain records and produce reports. Working closely with the Lead Technician or Supervisor to respond to changing use patterns and resolve problems. Verifying that a medication use evaluation (MUE) has been completed for all medications requiring a MUE as identified by the Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee. Verifying that a Non-Formulary Consult/request has been approved, prior to dispensing, for all medications/supplies identified as Non-Formulary by the P & T Committee. Reviewing and evaluating changes in therapy - questionable therapy and potential medication problems are discussed with prescribers and alternatives are recommended. Providing sound clinical information and make recommendations on which drugs are therapeutically equivalent, dosage differences, cost comparisons, etc. upon request by the clinical staff. Ensuring that the Patient Rx Status accurately corresponds to their eligibility. Prepare individual syringes for dosing vaccine, which includes: dilute vaccine, draw up doses from multi-dose vaccine vial; label finished product with all pertinent information (lot number/expiration date and time, etc.); affix tamper evident cap; store finished product (syringe) appropriately before administration; coordinate with medical staff regarding number of patients and when patients are scheduled to receive doses in order to minimize “waste”; and document and report pertinent/required information regarding vaccine preparation and usage daily. Other tasks as assigned. What qualifications do you look for? You might be the person we’re looking for if you have: Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy)
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