Coast to Coast Auto Group
Overview
The Clinical Pharmacist provides clinical services in an inpatient setting, collaborating with nursing and medical staff to review medication charts and optimize pharmacotherapy. The role implements up-to-date pharmacotherapy and treatment guidelines with providers, conducts Drug Utilization Reviews and prepares Drug Review Criteria for the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee. The pharmacist also serves as an active preceptor for PGY1 residents, pharmacy students and pharmacy staff. Responsibilities
Majority of shifts scheduled will be clinical shifts. Interpret and clarify written orders for all types of medications. Prepare compounds, labels, and packages medications and pharmaceuticals in accordance with established professional protocols and standards. Secure storage of narcotics and other controlled substances on a regular basis. Ensure all charges for dispensed medication orders are captured in the hospital billing system. Provide medications and drug information relative to patient conditions in emergency codes and other care scenarios. Communicate drug-related side effects, dosages and potential complications to health care professionals. Advise patients and/or their representatives on use of various medications, including dosage, side effects and composition. Remain informed about current drug developments and test results; research information requests and respond promptly. Promote effective formulary use through drug product selection and by suggesting therapeutic alternatives for non-formulary orders. Monitor drug therapy as assigned by physicians; suggest alternative drug therapies when appropriate. Consult with and advise medical staff on the utilization of drugs and pharmaceuticals. Oversee the work of Pharmacy Technicians/Pharmacy Interns in the preparation, documentation and dispensing of medications and pharmaceuticals. Adhere to TMCH organizational and department safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards. Provide education to pharmacy interns, students and PGY1 residents. Participate in rounds and care coordination conferences as appropriate. Participate in quality improvement committees as assigned. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an AACP-accredited College of Pharmacy or Bachelor’s Degree from an AACP-accredited College of Pharmacy. Experience: Free Standing ED or Micro Hospital Pharmacy experience preferred. Some positions require additional training in specialized areas. Licensure or Certification: Current Arizona Pharmacist license upon hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required (ACLS requirement waived for clinical pharmacist working in the retail pharmacy department). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of drugs, possible side effects or interactions with other drugs, and how to compound medication in accordance with professional standards and practices. Skill in following physicians' orders and prescribed medications and relaying any procedures and concerns to the patient. Skill in responding to patients' questions or concerns. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to inquiries or complaints from employees, patients and/or their representatives, and the general public. Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents or logarithms. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, regression, reliability/validity, correlation techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.). Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Job Details
Employment Type: Part-time Hours: Varied
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The Clinical Pharmacist provides clinical services in an inpatient setting, collaborating with nursing and medical staff to review medication charts and optimize pharmacotherapy. The role implements up-to-date pharmacotherapy and treatment guidelines with providers, conducts Drug Utilization Reviews and prepares Drug Review Criteria for the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee. The pharmacist also serves as an active preceptor for PGY1 residents, pharmacy students and pharmacy staff. Responsibilities
Majority of shifts scheduled will be clinical shifts. Interpret and clarify written orders for all types of medications. Prepare compounds, labels, and packages medications and pharmaceuticals in accordance with established professional protocols and standards. Secure storage of narcotics and other controlled substances on a regular basis. Ensure all charges for dispensed medication orders are captured in the hospital billing system. Provide medications and drug information relative to patient conditions in emergency codes and other care scenarios. Communicate drug-related side effects, dosages and potential complications to health care professionals. Advise patients and/or their representatives on use of various medications, including dosage, side effects and composition. Remain informed about current drug developments and test results; research information requests and respond promptly. Promote effective formulary use through drug product selection and by suggesting therapeutic alternatives for non-formulary orders. Monitor drug therapy as assigned by physicians; suggest alternative drug therapies when appropriate. Consult with and advise medical staff on the utilization of drugs and pharmaceuticals. Oversee the work of Pharmacy Technicians/Pharmacy Interns in the preparation, documentation and dispensing of medications and pharmaceuticals. Adhere to TMCH organizational and department safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards. Provide education to pharmacy interns, students and PGY1 residents. Participate in rounds and care coordination conferences as appropriate. Participate in quality improvement committees as assigned. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an AACP-accredited College of Pharmacy or Bachelor’s Degree from an AACP-accredited College of Pharmacy. Experience: Free Standing ED or Micro Hospital Pharmacy experience preferred. Some positions require additional training in specialized areas. Licensure or Certification: Current Arizona Pharmacist license upon hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required (ACLS requirement waived for clinical pharmacist working in the retail pharmacy department). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of drugs, possible side effects or interactions with other drugs, and how to compound medication in accordance with professional standards and practices. Skill in following physicians' orders and prescribed medications and relaying any procedures and concerns to the patient. Skill in responding to patients' questions or concerns. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to inquiries or complaints from employees, patients and/or their representatives, and the general public. Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents or logarithms. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, regression, reliability/validity, correlation techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.). Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Job Details
Employment Type: Part-time Hours: Varied
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