Children's National Hospital
Pharmacy Immunization and Inventory Coordinator
Children's National Hospital - Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Overview
Under the direction of the VP-Chief Pharmacy Officer & Director of Pharmacy Operations and Ambulatory Manager, the Pharmacy Immunization and Inventory Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the delivery of quality pharmacy services by providing leadership, direction, and expertise in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of services related to immunizations and medication inventory.
The Immunization and Inventory Coordinator will assist in overseeing procurement, storage, distribution, purchasing, and inventory control processes. The position requires coordinating quality services with Clinical Services and the purchasing department of the Pharmacy Division to develop procedures, policies, and protocols for immunizations, medication inventory, and population health research.
The Coordinator will meet with hospital departments to support decision-making and maintain plans for immunizations to provide high-quality pharmaceutical care. They must comply with departmental, institutional, and regulatory policies (e.g., FDA, DEA, Department of Health, The Joint Commission). The role also includes oversight of pharmacy purchasing personnel and participation in committee meetings.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Pharmacy or PharmD (Required) Licensed and Registered Pharmacist in DC In compliance with DC CE Credit requirements (Required) Minimum Work Experience
At least 1 year experience in hospital pharmacy services or related therapies (Preferred) Required Skills/Knowledge
Decision-making and judgment Professional competence and equipment knowledge, including MS Word, email, etc. Required Licenses and Certifications
Pharmacist license in DC, VA & MD (Required) Immunization Certificate (Required) Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Required) Functional Accountabilities
Responsible for supervising pharmacy staff, including pharmacists, interns, students, assistants, and technicians, especially in Sterile IV Production and Pharmacy Purchasing. Coordinates staffing, oversees medication preparation and dispensing, maintains inventory, and ensures compliance with regulations and standards. Participates in education, committee meetings, QA, and safety inspections. Ensures proper documentation, patient counseling, and adherence to policies. The Coordinator also manages secondary duties like equipment maintenance, interdepartmental communication, trainee orientation, licensure, and continuing education. They promote patient safety, foster professional relationships, and contribute to organizational goals such as teamwork, cost management, and safety.
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Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Pharmacy or PharmD (Required) Licensed and Registered Pharmacist in DC In compliance with DC CE Credit requirements (Required) Minimum Work Experience
At least 1 year experience in hospital pharmacy services or related therapies (Preferred) Required Skills/Knowledge
Decision-making and judgment Professional competence and equipment knowledge, including MS Word, email, etc. Required Licenses and Certifications
Pharmacist license in DC, VA & MD (Required) Immunization Certificate (Required) Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Required) Functional Accountabilities
Responsible for supervising pharmacy staff, including pharmacists, interns, students, assistants, and technicians, especially in Sterile IV Production and Pharmacy Purchasing. Coordinates staffing, oversees medication preparation and dispensing, maintains inventory, and ensures compliance with regulations and standards. Participates in education, committee meetings, QA, and safety inspections. Ensures proper documentation, patient counseling, and adherence to policies. The Coordinator also manages secondary duties like equipment maintenance, interdepartmental communication, trainee orientation, licensure, and continuing education. They promote patient safety, foster professional relationships, and contribute to organizational goals such as teamwork, cost management, and safety.
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