St. Joseph's Medical Center
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Pharmacist assists with the oversight and overall pharmacy operations with regards to preparation and dispensing of medications for patients served by the Pharmacy Department. The pharmacist may be responsible for the purchase of pharmacy inventory to include narcotics and other necessary drugs, equipment, and items to insure availability. When there is an established formulary, the pharmacist is required to adhere to that formulary or follow the established procedure for exceptions.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares and dispenses medication orders per physician request according to established
policies, procedures, and protocols
Interprets medication orders/prescriptions (verbal and written) and transcribes into computerized patient medication profiles accurately. Maintains accurate, complete patient medication profiles
Prepares and dispenses medications per orders/prescriptions written by licensed providers according to established policies and procedures
Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including: sterile, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition preparations accurately
Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law
Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols
Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, drug-laboratory test interactions, allergies, appropriateness of drug and dose, and therapeutic duplications
Participates in the pharmacokinetics consult service and drug dosing per organizational protocol
Supports the pharmacy's pharmacoeconomic efforts and Antimicrobial SJMC program
Reviews/interprets culture and susceptibility data for antibiotic appropriateness and recommends changes, as needed
Reads, extracts, and interprets information in patient charts accurately
Sustains the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection
Provides clinical consultation and clarification to providers. Suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff, as needed. Documents interventions accurately and appropriately
Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions and medication errors accurately and in a timely manner
Provides drug information to patients and their families
Documents all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely
Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data; conducts quality monitors and inspections; and maintains logs, records, and other documentation as assigned
Participates in the development and presentation of orientation, education, and training programs to the pharmacy, medical, nursing, and other staffs
Contributes to the quality and effective operation of the department .
Performs all functions assigned with in the pharmacy and throughout the hospital
Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel. Verifies the daily activities of pharmacy technicians including medication preparation and use of Automated Dispensing Cabinets. Participates in the performance appraisal of pharmacy support personnel
Works independently with minimal supervision. Organizes and prioritizes work assignments. Ensures pharmacy services are provided in a timely manner
Accepts and completes special duties to be performed on a regular basis. Examples include: controlled substance accountability, record-keeping and reconciliation, crash cart inspection, quality assurance reporting, newsletter contribution and other special projects
Inspects medication areas for outdated medications, proper storage of medications, proper medication administration records, and availability of reference materials
Answers the telephone, identifying self and department. Directs calls to appropriate personnel
Maintains all required training and education per department requirements
Keeps pharmacy areas and equipment clean, neat, and well organized
Assists with purchasing activities and maintenance of adequate inventory
Performs essential duties of the pharmacy director in his/her absence
Must be able to respect diversity of each individual's values, culture, spiritual beliefs, and other socio-economic issues in addressing the needs of patients, visitors, and co-workers.
Maintains competence required for current job title/position
Maintains current pharmacist licensure
Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, and quality improvement programs
Attends orientation, education, and training programs. Reviews literature and other materials pertinent to the practice of pharmacy
Completes all competence/skills assessment requirements
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Complies with all applicable state, local and federal regulations
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Maintains safety-integrity-professionalism of pharmacy at all times
Perform other duties and special projects as requested
Provides courteous, cooperative, and timely service to patients, visitors, and staff
Fosters a team environment by working cooperatively with all staff. Voices concerns and suggestions to appropriate persons in a positive manner
Maintains strict confidentiality of patient, visitor, and employee information
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Complies with all applicable state, local and federal regulations
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Education:
Bachelor of Science (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from a School or College of Pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
Licensure:
Requires a current pharmacist license from the state of Texas
Experience:
Health-system pharmacy experience preferred but not required.
Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
The Pharmacist assists with the oversight and overall pharmacy operations with regards to preparation and dispensing of medications for patients served by the Pharmacy Department. The pharmacist may be responsible for the purchase of pharmacy inventory to include narcotics and other necessary drugs, equipment, and items to insure availability. When there is an established formulary, the pharmacist is required to adhere to that formulary or follow the established procedure for exceptions.
SHIFT DETAILS:
PRN
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares and dispenses medication orders per physician request according to established
policies, procedures, and protocols
Interprets medication orders/prescriptions (verbal and written) and transcribes into computerized patient medication profiles accurately. Maintains accurate, complete patient medication profiles
Prepares and dispenses medications per orders/prescriptions written by licensed providers according to established policies and procedures
Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including: sterile, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition preparations accurately
Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law
Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols
Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, drug-laboratory test interactions, allergies, appropriateness of drug and dose, and therapeutic duplications
Participates in the pharmacokinetics consult service and drug dosing per organizational protocol
Supports the pharmacy's pharmacoeconomic efforts and Antimicrobial SJMC program
Reviews/interprets culture and susceptibility data for antibiotic appropriateness and recommends changes, as needed
Reads, extracts, and interprets information in patient charts accurately
Sustains the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection
Provides clinical consultation and clarification to providers. Suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff, as needed. Documents interventions accurately and appropriately
Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions and medication errors accurately and in a timely manner
Provides drug information to patients and their families
Documents all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely
Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data; conducts quality monitors and inspections; and maintains logs, records, and other documentation as assigned
Participates in the development and presentation of orientation, education, and training programs to the pharmacy, medical, nursing, and other staffs
Contributes to the quality and effective operation of the department .
Performs all functions assigned with in the pharmacy and throughout the hospital
Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel. Verifies the daily activities of pharmacy technicians including medication preparation and use of Automated Dispensing Cabinets. Participates in the performance appraisal of pharmacy support personnel
Works independently with minimal supervision. Organizes and prioritizes work assignments. Ensures pharmacy services are provided in a timely manner
Accepts and completes special duties to be performed on a regular basis. Examples include: controlled substance accountability, record-keeping and reconciliation, crash cart inspection, quality assurance reporting, newsletter contribution and other special projects
Inspects medication areas for outdated medications, proper storage of medications, proper medication administration records, and availability of reference materials
Answers the telephone, identifying self and department. Directs calls to appropriate personnel
Maintains all required training and education per department requirements
Keeps pharmacy areas and equipment clean, neat, and well organized
Assists with purchasing activities and maintenance of adequate inventory
Performs essential duties of the pharmacy director in his/her absence
Must be able to respect diversity of each individual's values, culture, spiritual beliefs, and other socio-economic issues in addressing the needs of patients, visitors, and co-workers.
Maintains competence required for current job title/position
Maintains current pharmacist licensure
Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, and quality improvement programs
Attends orientation, education, and training programs. Reviews literature and other materials pertinent to the practice of pharmacy
Completes all competence/skills assessment requirements
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Complies with all applicable state, local and federal regulations
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Maintains safety-integrity-professionalism of pharmacy at all times
Perform other duties and special projects as requested
Provides courteous, cooperative, and timely service to patients, visitors, and staff
Fosters a team environment by working cooperatively with all staff. Voices concerns and suggestions to appropriate persons in a positive manner
Maintains strict confidentiality of patient, visitor, and employee information
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Complies with all applicable state, local and federal regulations
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Education:
Bachelor of Science (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from a School or College of Pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
Licensure:
Requires a current pharmacist license from the state of Texas
Experience:
Health-system pharmacy experience preferred but not required.
Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.