Memorial Healthcare System
Pharmacy Coordinator - Medication Safety and Quality - FT - Days - $7,500 Sign o
Memorial Healthcare System, Hollywood, Florida, us, 33084
Overview
Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida
At Memorial Healthcare System (MHS), our ever-growing pharmacy career options present unlimited opportunities to individuals passionate about advancing pharmacy practice. As a nationally recognized and respected leader for providing “A-rated” patient care and safety, MHS prides itself on being able to grow and adapt to the rapidly evolving needs of our community and healthcare industry.
Responsibilities
Facilitates reporting and detection of adverse drug reactions (ADR).
Analyzes ADR data and disseminates information related trends to appropriate interdisciplinary committees with a goal of improving medication use.
Serves as an internal consultant on medication/patient safety and quality standards related to medication management (i.e. TJC, CMS, ISMP, Leapfrog, Board of Pharmacy, and FDA standards) to provide ongoing accreditation and regulatory readiness.
Leads, supports, and performs multidisciplinary medication quality and safety analysis, investigations, and initiatives that guide the design, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of safe medication systems within the hospital and/or systemwide.
Leads a hospital-wide Medication Safety and Quality Committee which is instrumental in continuous quality improvement.
Serves as a preceptor and resource to pharmacy residents, pharmacists, pharmacy interns and students. May participate in the development of residency research projects and/or shares knowledge and information through posters, regional or national presentations, or publications.
Employs evidence-based practices, quality improvement principles, safety methodologies and effective tactics (i.e. Lean Six Sigma, RCA, FMEA) to implement strategies and reduce medication errors.
Participates in multidisciplinary committees regarding medication safety issues to revise policies, procedures, protocols, forms, and order sets. Guides the actions and decision making of these groups to support a systems-oriented view of medication safety improvement and staff education.
Competencies
ACCOUNTABILITY
ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING
CUSTOMER SERVICE
DISPENSING MEDICATION
MEDICATION SAFETY - QUALITY
PHARMACY AUTOMATION SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT - QUALITY
RESPONDING TO CHANGE
STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education And Certification Requirements
Accredited Program: Pharmacy (Required)
Pharmacist License (PS LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
Qualifications (Additional Job Information)
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Entails collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
Required Work Experience: PGY2 residency or PGY1 residency/fellowship plus two (2) years as a clinical pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy setting. Alternatively, board certified in applicable field plus two (2) years as a clinical specialist.
Other Information: Residency trained or Board certified in an applicable field.
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements
Bending and Stooping = 60%
Climbing = 40%
Keyboard Entry = 100%
Kneeling = 40%
Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 40%
Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
Reaching = 60%
Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
Running = 60%
Sitting = 80%
Squatting = 80%
Standing = 80%
Walking = 80%
Audible Speech = 80%
Hearing Acuity = 80%
Smelling Acuity = 60%
Taste Discrimination = 0%
Depth Perception = 80%
Distinguish Color = 80%
Seeing - Far = 80%
Seeing - Near = 80%
Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40%
Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 40%
Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 40%
Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
Asbestos = 0%
Cytotoxic Chemicals = 80%
Dust = 80%
Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 40%
Hazardous Chemicals = 80%
Hazardous Medication = 80%
Latex = 80%
Computer Monitor = 100%
Domestic Animals = 40%
Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
Fire Risk = 40%
Hazardous Noise = 0%
Heating Devices = 0%
Hypoxia = 0%
Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
Magnetic Fields = 60%
Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%
Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
Potential Electric Shock = 40%
Potential for Physical Assault = 40%
Radiation = 40%
Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
Unprotected Heights = 0%
Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%
Shift Days
Disclaimer This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.
Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.
We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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At Memorial Healthcare System (MHS), our ever-growing pharmacy career options present unlimited opportunities to individuals passionate about advancing pharmacy practice. As a nationally recognized and respected leader for providing “A-rated” patient care and safety, MHS prides itself on being able to grow and adapt to the rapidly evolving needs of our community and healthcare industry.
Responsibilities
Facilitates reporting and detection of adverse drug reactions (ADR).
Analyzes ADR data and disseminates information related trends to appropriate interdisciplinary committees with a goal of improving medication use.
Serves as an internal consultant on medication/patient safety and quality standards related to medication management (i.e. TJC, CMS, ISMP, Leapfrog, Board of Pharmacy, and FDA standards) to provide ongoing accreditation and regulatory readiness.
Leads, supports, and performs multidisciplinary medication quality and safety analysis, investigations, and initiatives that guide the design, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of safe medication systems within the hospital and/or systemwide.
Leads a hospital-wide Medication Safety and Quality Committee which is instrumental in continuous quality improvement.
Serves as a preceptor and resource to pharmacy residents, pharmacists, pharmacy interns and students. May participate in the development of residency research projects and/or shares knowledge and information through posters, regional or national presentations, or publications.
Employs evidence-based practices, quality improvement principles, safety methodologies and effective tactics (i.e. Lean Six Sigma, RCA, FMEA) to implement strategies and reduce medication errors.
Participates in multidisciplinary committees regarding medication safety issues to revise policies, procedures, protocols, forms, and order sets. Guides the actions and decision making of these groups to support a systems-oriented view of medication safety improvement and staff education.
Competencies
ACCOUNTABILITY
ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING
CUSTOMER SERVICE
DISPENSING MEDICATION
MEDICATION SAFETY - QUALITY
PHARMACY AUTOMATION SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT - QUALITY
RESPONDING TO CHANGE
STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education And Certification Requirements
Accredited Program: Pharmacy (Required)
Pharmacist License (PS LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
Qualifications (Additional Job Information)
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Entails collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
Required Work Experience: PGY2 residency or PGY1 residency/fellowship plus two (2) years as a clinical pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy setting. Alternatively, board certified in applicable field plus two (2) years as a clinical specialist.
Other Information: Residency trained or Board certified in an applicable field.
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements
Bending and Stooping = 60%
Climbing = 40%
Keyboard Entry = 100%
Kneeling = 40%
Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 40%
Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
Reaching = 60%
Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
Running = 60%
Sitting = 80%
Squatting = 80%
Standing = 80%
Walking = 80%
Audible Speech = 80%
Hearing Acuity = 80%
Smelling Acuity = 60%
Taste Discrimination = 0%
Depth Perception = 80%
Distinguish Color = 80%
Seeing - Far = 80%
Seeing - Near = 80%
Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40%
Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 40%
Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 40%
Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
Asbestos = 0%
Cytotoxic Chemicals = 80%
Dust = 80%
Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 40%
Hazardous Chemicals = 80%
Hazardous Medication = 80%
Latex = 80%
Computer Monitor = 100%
Domestic Animals = 40%
Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
Fire Risk = 40%
Hazardous Noise = 0%
Heating Devices = 0%
Hypoxia = 0%
Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
Magnetic Fields = 60%
Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%
Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
Potential Electric Shock = 40%
Potential for Physical Assault = 40%
Radiation = 40%
Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
Unprotected Heights = 0%
Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%
Shift Days
Disclaimer This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.
Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.
We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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