Duke University
Clinical Pharmacist-Children's Outpatient (Full-time/Days)
Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
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About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Work Location : Duke University Hospital – Duke Children’s Health Center Pharmacy - Durham, NC
Working hours :
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Every 3rd Weekend
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Overview General Description of the Job Class
Provide pharmaceutical care services to the patients of the Duke University Health System including oversight, monitoring, preparation, dispensing and proper documentation of patient medication therapy; provide drug information, patient information and oversight of information and dispensing systems; ensure compliance with Federal, State and local laws and regulations as well as proper storage and documentation. May advise physicians on matters pertaining to drug usage and control; participate in the development and delivery of continuing education programs for Pharmacy, Patient Care Services, Medical Staff and students.
Responsibilities
Review and monitor patient's medication therapy and orders for safety and efficacy; advise the patient care team of issues or improvements and document interventions. Prepare, label and dispense medications in accordance with prescriptions; ensure compliance with laws and regulations and maintenance of required records.
Maintain appropriate records of dispensing and oversee systems that charge or credit for medications and treatments.
Provide drug information and educate caregivers, patients and students regarding medications and their proper use and monitoring; oversee and monitor all aspects of the medication process; collect data and present reports and recommendations.
Ensure that appropriate medications are available for patients and properly procured, prepared, stored and maintained.
Supervise the process and technical personnel who assist in preparation, maintenance and dispensing of drugs and supplies.
Provide support, education and oversight for investigational medications; provide information regarding preparation, labeling and availability; maintain required records for investigational drugs.
Provide specialized pharmaceutical services to improve drug usage and therapeutic outcomes; advise physicians on drug therapy, toxicity, and side effects; assist in prescribing appropriate doses.
Contribute to the education of students and pharmacy residents.
Maintain liaison with medical and nursing staff; provide timely information on pharmaceutical supplies, drug usage and compatibility, regulations, and Joint Commission standards.
Conduct and evaluate medication histories, assess compliance and suggest modifications; instruct patients in proper use of prescribed drugs; participate in patient care rounds with multidisciplinary teams.
Individualize medication regimens considering pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics; establish and improve delivery of pharmaceutical care within direct responsibility and assist others in the department.
Conduct and participate in research including primary or co-investigator roles to impact quality care or assess pharmacoeconomic impact within Duke Health System.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written form.
Extensive knowledge of drug products, medical therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, disease states; ability to work with information systems and technical equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with various members of health care teams.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy Degree OR BS Pharmacy Degree
Experience
With a BS Pharmacy degree, two years of pharmacy practice experience, or acceptable board certification, or completion of an accredited residency program and demonstrated ability to achieve positive patient outcomes in a similar environment is required.
With Doctor of Pharmacy degree, no experience is required.
Retail pharmacy experience
preferred .
Licenses, Licensures, Certifications
Licensed Pharmacist or eligible to practice pharmacy in North Carolina
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
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About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Work Location : Duke University Hospital – Duke Children’s Health Center Pharmacy - Durham, NC
Working hours :
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Every 3rd Weekend
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Overview General Description of the Job Class
Provide pharmaceutical care services to the patients of the Duke University Health System including oversight, monitoring, preparation, dispensing and proper documentation of patient medication therapy; provide drug information, patient information and oversight of information and dispensing systems; ensure compliance with Federal, State and local laws and regulations as well as proper storage and documentation. May advise physicians on matters pertaining to drug usage and control; participate in the development and delivery of continuing education programs for Pharmacy, Patient Care Services, Medical Staff and students.
Responsibilities
Review and monitor patient's medication therapy and orders for safety and efficacy; advise the patient care team of issues or improvements and document interventions. Prepare, label and dispense medications in accordance with prescriptions; ensure compliance with laws and regulations and maintenance of required records.
Maintain appropriate records of dispensing and oversee systems that charge or credit for medications and treatments.
Provide drug information and educate caregivers, patients and students regarding medications and their proper use and monitoring; oversee and monitor all aspects of the medication process; collect data and present reports and recommendations.
Ensure that appropriate medications are available for patients and properly procured, prepared, stored and maintained.
Supervise the process and technical personnel who assist in preparation, maintenance and dispensing of drugs and supplies.
Provide support, education and oversight for investigational medications; provide information regarding preparation, labeling and availability; maintain required records for investigational drugs.
Provide specialized pharmaceutical services to improve drug usage and therapeutic outcomes; advise physicians on drug therapy, toxicity, and side effects; assist in prescribing appropriate doses.
Contribute to the education of students and pharmacy residents.
Maintain liaison with medical and nursing staff; provide timely information on pharmaceutical supplies, drug usage and compatibility, regulations, and Joint Commission standards.
Conduct and evaluate medication histories, assess compliance and suggest modifications; instruct patients in proper use of prescribed drugs; participate in patient care rounds with multidisciplinary teams.
Individualize medication regimens considering pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics; establish and improve delivery of pharmaceutical care within direct responsibility and assist others in the department.
Conduct and participate in research including primary or co-investigator roles to impact quality care or assess pharmacoeconomic impact within Duke Health System.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written form.
Extensive knowledge of drug products, medical therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, disease states; ability to work with information systems and technical equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with various members of health care teams.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy Degree OR BS Pharmacy Degree
Experience
With a BS Pharmacy degree, two years of pharmacy practice experience, or acceptable board certification, or completion of an accredited residency program and demonstrated ability to achieve positive patient outcomes in a similar environment is required.
With Doctor of Pharmacy degree, no experience is required.
Retail pharmacy experience
preferred .
Licenses, Licensures, Certifications
Licensed Pharmacist or eligible to practice pharmacy in North Carolina
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
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