Nashville Public Radio
Clinical Hospital Pharmacist, Specialty Pharmacy Services, Full Time, Days
Nashville Public Radio, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Overview
Department: Jackson Memorial Hospital - Specialty Pharmacy Services Address: 1611 NW 12th Ave, Miami, Florida, 33136 Shift details: Full Time, 8am-4:30pm, Monday - Friday with Weekend Rotation every 4-6 weeks Jackson Memorial Hospital is the flagship hospital for Jackson Health System and it has been a beacon of medical excellence and community care for more than a century. It is a tertiary teaching hospital with 1,500 licensed beds and provides a wide range of medical specialties through a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. Summary
Clinical Hospital Pharmacist by using established policies and procedures is responsible for: Drug therapy of assigned patients Provision of clinical drug information to meet the needs of the physician, nurse, and patient, education of pharmacy students, residents, and interns Distribution of medications Responsibilities
Evaluates medication therapy for appropriateness, taking into account: a) relevant patient conditions including patient age, allergies, renal status, other disease states, etc.; b) safety and potential efficacy of the prescribed medication identity, strength, dose, frequency, duration of therapy, and directions of use; c) formulary status and availability of prescribed medication; d) potential drug-drug or drug-food interactions; e) potential alternative therapy (less costly or therapeutically superior). Provides therapeutic drug level monitoring when appropriate. Effectively communicates with nurse/prescriber when errors are detected or to optimize therapy. Consults with other practitioners as appropriate (other Clinical Hospital Pharmacists, Pharmacy Management, Attending Physician, etc.). Identifies trends during routine provision of pharmaceutical care, collects data supporting concern, and formulates practice recommendations that improve outcomes or reduce cost. Presents data to the appropriate committee as required. Exceptional feedback from medical staff as it relates to the effect of the pharmacists on patient outcomes. Performs formal, written consults. Documents all appropriate clinical consult information in the medical record using the standard hospital guidelines. Demonstrates accuracy when dispensing or preparing or mixing or labeling product or when filling automated dispensing machines or with computer data entry. Identifies ways to decrease the possibility of medication dispensing errors. Completes tasks with appropriate speed yet not sacrificing accuracy. Is so efficient in completing required tasks that is able to accomplish additional ones upon request. Demonstrates reliability. Performs tasks in a conscientious, thorough and complete manner. Demonstrates a needs no reminder attitude after directions have been explained and carries out work assignments promptly. Identifies opportunities to improve on the quality of the outcome of the task or work assignment. Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to help on any work that needs to be done. Adapts to modifications of work assignments and, when requested, is willing to adjust personal schedule to complete work for the benefit of patient care or departmental needs. When requested, completes work left from other shifts and assists others. Adapts to modifications of work assignments with enthusiasm and takes initiative to offer adjustments in personal schedule or to assist others to complete work for the benefit of patient care or departmental needs. Demonstrates effective time-management skills and coordinates tasks to avoid non-essential interruptions. Completes priorities first and meets deadlines, regularly completing tasks prior to deadlines. Demonstrates good communication skills and informs supervisors of any inability to complete tasks in a timely manner. Communicates tasks/issues that require follow-up to co-workers or supervisor and seeks timely clarification or guidance as appropriate. Takes initiative on improving communication between staff without specific request from the supervisor or manager. Demonstrates problem-solving skills and performs routine duties without direct supervision. Brings concerns to appropriate superior and offers solutions. Understands the intent of policies and makes reasonable independent decisions including exceptions to policy when such policy would cause detriment to the patient. Demonstrates good judgment in handling situations not covered by policies and procedures. Assists supervisors by suggesting changes in procedures, programs or systems to improve service, patient outcomes, customer satisfaction, reduce cost, enhance revenue, secure JMH assets, etc. Develops the skills of others and may be responsible for orientation of new personnel and involvement in staff development programs, education and training of pharmacy students, interns, nursing, medical and/or other healthcare personnel. Helps to improve new and junior staff performance through coaching sessions and maintains written documentation of these sessions with recommendations to area supervisor. Makes one presentation per year at local or national meetings or has published in an internal or external publication at least every other year; makes one journal club and/or one in-service presentation per year; authorship in two minor publications annually, with at least one publication externally or internal to JMH.; publication acceptance for major works is expected. Active participation in multidisciplinary administrative or clinical committees; may serve as secretary, chairperson, or provide formal administrative support to a committee. Exhibits proficiency in area-specific technology and techniques; consistently evaluates and offers suggestions for continued enhancement of technology. Solves technical problems and turns difficult technical situations into positive action; identifies potential areas for DUE or Target Drug Program activities and develops criteria for these activities; presents activities to the appropriate committee as required; DUE or TDP should be relevant and practical with results leading to changes in practice/standards. Takes initiative and is directly responsible for development and implementation of new services or programs involving productivity, QA or PI; actively participates in multiple DUE/TDP/PI activities with impact on clinical outcomes or cost containment. Complies with required documentation activities such as adverse drug reactions, clinical pharmacy interventions, incident reports, medication errors, etc. Supervises supportive personnel and ensures efficient operation of the area; evaluates and adjusts workflow to optimize operational activities; ensures routine daily tasks are completed; assists in performance evaluations as requested. Performs other related duties as required and demonstrates service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Experience
Generally requires 5 to 7 years of related experience. Education
Pharm.D. degree and residency training or equivalent proven experience is required. Credentials
Possession of Florida pharmacist license is required. Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
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Department: Jackson Memorial Hospital - Specialty Pharmacy Services Address: 1611 NW 12th Ave, Miami, Florida, 33136 Shift details: Full Time, 8am-4:30pm, Monday - Friday with Weekend Rotation every 4-6 weeks Jackson Memorial Hospital is the flagship hospital for Jackson Health System and it has been a beacon of medical excellence and community care for more than a century. It is a tertiary teaching hospital with 1,500 licensed beds and provides a wide range of medical specialties through a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. Summary
Clinical Hospital Pharmacist by using established policies and procedures is responsible for: Drug therapy of assigned patients Provision of clinical drug information to meet the needs of the physician, nurse, and patient, education of pharmacy students, residents, and interns Distribution of medications Responsibilities
Evaluates medication therapy for appropriateness, taking into account: a) relevant patient conditions including patient age, allergies, renal status, other disease states, etc.; b) safety and potential efficacy of the prescribed medication identity, strength, dose, frequency, duration of therapy, and directions of use; c) formulary status and availability of prescribed medication; d) potential drug-drug or drug-food interactions; e) potential alternative therapy (less costly or therapeutically superior). Provides therapeutic drug level monitoring when appropriate. Effectively communicates with nurse/prescriber when errors are detected or to optimize therapy. Consults with other practitioners as appropriate (other Clinical Hospital Pharmacists, Pharmacy Management, Attending Physician, etc.). Identifies trends during routine provision of pharmaceutical care, collects data supporting concern, and formulates practice recommendations that improve outcomes or reduce cost. Presents data to the appropriate committee as required. Exceptional feedback from medical staff as it relates to the effect of the pharmacists on patient outcomes. Performs formal, written consults. Documents all appropriate clinical consult information in the medical record using the standard hospital guidelines. Demonstrates accuracy when dispensing or preparing or mixing or labeling product or when filling automated dispensing machines or with computer data entry. Identifies ways to decrease the possibility of medication dispensing errors. Completes tasks with appropriate speed yet not sacrificing accuracy. Is so efficient in completing required tasks that is able to accomplish additional ones upon request. Demonstrates reliability. Performs tasks in a conscientious, thorough and complete manner. Demonstrates a needs no reminder attitude after directions have been explained and carries out work assignments promptly. Identifies opportunities to improve on the quality of the outcome of the task or work assignment. Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to help on any work that needs to be done. Adapts to modifications of work assignments and, when requested, is willing to adjust personal schedule to complete work for the benefit of patient care or departmental needs. When requested, completes work left from other shifts and assists others. Adapts to modifications of work assignments with enthusiasm and takes initiative to offer adjustments in personal schedule or to assist others to complete work for the benefit of patient care or departmental needs. Demonstrates effective time-management skills and coordinates tasks to avoid non-essential interruptions. Completes priorities first and meets deadlines, regularly completing tasks prior to deadlines. Demonstrates good communication skills and informs supervisors of any inability to complete tasks in a timely manner. Communicates tasks/issues that require follow-up to co-workers or supervisor and seeks timely clarification or guidance as appropriate. Takes initiative on improving communication between staff without specific request from the supervisor or manager. Demonstrates problem-solving skills and performs routine duties without direct supervision. Brings concerns to appropriate superior and offers solutions. Understands the intent of policies and makes reasonable independent decisions including exceptions to policy when such policy would cause detriment to the patient. Demonstrates good judgment in handling situations not covered by policies and procedures. Assists supervisors by suggesting changes in procedures, programs or systems to improve service, patient outcomes, customer satisfaction, reduce cost, enhance revenue, secure JMH assets, etc. Develops the skills of others and may be responsible for orientation of new personnel and involvement in staff development programs, education and training of pharmacy students, interns, nursing, medical and/or other healthcare personnel. Helps to improve new and junior staff performance through coaching sessions and maintains written documentation of these sessions with recommendations to area supervisor. Makes one presentation per year at local or national meetings or has published in an internal or external publication at least every other year; makes one journal club and/or one in-service presentation per year; authorship in two minor publications annually, with at least one publication externally or internal to JMH.; publication acceptance for major works is expected. Active participation in multidisciplinary administrative or clinical committees; may serve as secretary, chairperson, or provide formal administrative support to a committee. Exhibits proficiency in area-specific technology and techniques; consistently evaluates and offers suggestions for continued enhancement of technology. Solves technical problems and turns difficult technical situations into positive action; identifies potential areas for DUE or Target Drug Program activities and develops criteria for these activities; presents activities to the appropriate committee as required; DUE or TDP should be relevant and practical with results leading to changes in practice/standards. Takes initiative and is directly responsible for development and implementation of new services or programs involving productivity, QA or PI; actively participates in multiple DUE/TDP/PI activities with impact on clinical outcomes or cost containment. Complies with required documentation activities such as adverse drug reactions, clinical pharmacy interventions, incident reports, medication errors, etc. Supervises supportive personnel and ensures efficient operation of the area; evaluates and adjusts workflow to optimize operational activities; ensures routine daily tasks are completed; assists in performance evaluations as requested. Performs other related duties as required and demonstrates service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Experience
Generally requires 5 to 7 years of related experience. Education
Pharm.D. degree and residency training or equivalent proven experience is required. Credentials
Possession of Florida pharmacist license is required. Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
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