Pharmacist

Job description

TJ Samson Community Hospital is looking for a highly motivated pharmacist to work in a Clinic-based outpatient pharmacy. Duties include oversight and accountability operational aspects of a pharmacy. In addition, duties may include: dispensing, patient advocacy, and clinical support, patient consultation, medication therapy management, management of high-risk patients and complex drug therapies, and some specialty pharmacy workflows.

Responsibilities

Accountable for all aspects of the pharmacy daily duties and operational performance

Responsible for dispensing and ensuring safe and efficient delivery of medications to all customers

Maintains open communication and is available to customers and practitioner sites for consultation

Provide professional consultation to both patients and prescribers of partner health facility

Completes pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians' workflow; verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals; verifying order entries, charges, and inspections.

Maintain a professional presence throughout the designated facility and hospital.

Assure pharmacy services and activities are carried out to meet goals and standards of TJ Samson Community Hospital.

Other duties as assigned with specific rolls in compliance, clinical management, and performance improvement

Clinical Management Ensure that all responsibilities of this position and pharmacy operations are fulfilled in a timely and accurate manner.

Performs pharmacist duties as needed (see Responsibilities).

Participates in the pharmacy's Performance Improvement program.

Reports any misconduct, suspicious or unethical activities to the Compliance Officer.

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Follows clinical guidelines and enhance the delivery of evidence-based programs to address patient safety, over-/under-utilization, medication therapy management, medication adherence

Provides medication therapy management to selected patients

Consult with practitioners in the field as needed to improve organization processes and patient outcomes

Qualifications PharmD: Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy, preferred

Current license to practice Pharmacy in Kentucky or ability to obtain, and maintains all required CE

3+ years of experience management experience preferred

5+ years of experience retail pharmacy, preferred

340B understanding and experience preferred

Ability to evaluate options and to make efficient decisions.

Organizational skills sufficient to maintain consistently accurate records.

Computer skills that include proficiency with spreadsheets and use of the internet, as well as word processing, and efficient use of the internet and e-mail.

Experience researching and deciphering Medicare and Medicaid regulations.

Experience in auditing operational areas preferred.

Ability to exercise considerable judgment, maintain confidentiality and act in a diplomatic manner.

Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.

Exhibits strong leadership skills, outstanding interpersonal skills, a collaborative style

A decisive individual who possesses a strategic focus as well as an operational, implementation and detail-oriented perspective.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities

Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry related software programs

Excellent communication skills including verbal and written communication

Organizational skills sufficient to maintain consistently accurate records.

Ability to evaluate options and to make efficient decisions.

Current knowledge of all applicable state and federal pharmacy laws, rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions in this job description.

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit, as well as talk and hear.

The employee is required to use hands to operate vehicles and office equipment.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Physical Requirements

Sitting - 16-31%

Walking - 16-31%

Standing - 16-31%

Bending/Squatting - 1-15%

Climbing/Kneeling - 1-15%

Twisting - 16-31%

Visual and Hearing Requirements

Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.

Physical/Environmental Demands

Lifting - 0-50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance

Carrying - 0-50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance

Pulling - Up to 100 lbs

Pushing - Up to 100 lbs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Delivers medications from pharmacy to nursing units.

Leaves pharmacy within 10 minutes of scheduled rounds and completes rounds within 15-20 minutes.

Delivers medication to proper unit, picks up orders, requisitions and other materials in out-box and handles transfer items properly.

Accurately fills requisitions, initial and dates sheets. Maintains proper stock in picking areas; removes any outdates discovered.

Performs the essential functions relating to drug purchasing and inventory control.

Checks that all items and tasks are completed by end of shift.

Fills list properly indicated with charges/credits. Medications filled in a timely manner.

Fills list initiated and dated when completed; left for computerized checking.

Accurately posts charges and credits in timely manner.

Assures patients are charge for proper drugs/quantities.

Delivers controlled substances to nursing units after pharmacist fills orders; obtains nursing signatures prior to leaving nursing unit.

Performs sorting and filing functions as needed. Prepares proof-of-use forms based on unit needs.

Picks up any expired/unusable narcotics from nursing units and returns to pharmacist for disposition.

Properly performs aseptic compounding of para=enteral admixtures and other sterile dosage forms.

Keeps ample stock prepared and ready, while minimizing waste and overstock.

Responsible for maintaining temperature logs and maintaining compliance with 797 regulations.

Drugs prepackaged properly; labeled correctly.

Prepackaging control logs maintained as required.

All prepackaging items submitted for pharmacist check prior to putting into stock.

Provides consistent performance in regards to medication errors and accuracy.

Uses appropriate judgment refers problems to pharmacist if needed.

Communicates effectively, does not leave assigned duties incomplete.

Organizes time effectively to meet changing workload demands.

Department as a whole meets cost initiative (perform under budget for fiscal year).

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

T.J. Pledge

I Will Show Compassion

-see all patients, family members, coworkers, physicians, and anyone else at T.J. as my customer.

-recognize that each and every interaction I have at T.J. Regional Health matters

-show kindness and compassion towards my customers at all times

-be sensitive to the personal and private needs of every customer

I Will Cooperate With Others

-maintain zero tolerance for abusive behavior

-listen and be willing to accept fault when I make a mistake

-never underestimate the power of an apology

-refrain from blame and judgment

-bring a sense of calm to stressful situations

I Will Collaborate With Others

-value myself and every coworker as an equal part of one GREAT team working together

-treat others in a way that I would like to be treated

-participate only in conversations that are courteous, respectful, and reflect positively on my teammates and T.J. Regional Health

-foster a calm and pleasant atmosphere, and refrain from gossip, rumors, and insults

-speak honestly, seek truth, and act with integrity towards my teammates

-value the uniqueness and expertise that each team member contributes to the whole

-meet the need of the moment, regardless of whether or not it is considered part of my job

I Will Communicate

-smile - at everyone

-always introduce myself, my role, and my purpose use body language, eye contact, and tone of voice that shows respect in every interaction

-follow the 10/5 rule: always acknowledging people at 10 feet away with a smile and always greeting people at 5 feet away

-escort any customer in need (visitors, patients) to their destination

I Will Adapt To Change

-be a part of the solution when I am presented with a challenge

-embrace change and set the example for those around me

-accept openly when there are changes that T.J. Regional and/or I have no control over

-manage the expectations of others by explaining duration and next steps as often as needed

I Will Be A Champion

-serve with passion

-view myself as an owner of T.J. Regional Health and act accordingly

-take responsibility for the physical appearance of T.J. Regional Health, including my work area

-go out of my way to daily thank and compliment my customers and coworkers

-dare to make a difference and be exceptional

-constantly try to improve myself and T.J. Regional Health

-speak positively about T.J. Regional, while at work and in public places outside of work

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Worksite address

glasgow, KY, 42142, US

Who can apply

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