COMPLETE Pharmacist - Night Shift (7 on / 7 off), Doctors Hospital - DOCTORS HOSPITAL

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Job Description Summary:

JOB SUMMARY 



This position is responsible for pharmacist tasks, such as dispensing and compounding medication, counseling patients on medication and health subjects, interpreting prescriptions, managing patient drug therapy, and performing drug utilization. Pharmacists are expected to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and multitask as appropriate. Strong interpersonal skills, including effective mentorship, clear communication and collaboration, empathy toward patients and colleagues, and ability to build trust in professional relationships, are required to be successful in this role. They collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other health-care practitioners to provide safe, high-quality, and cost-effective drug therapy. Pharmacists may administer medications as applicable by state law and practice setting. Pharmacists will serve as preceptors for pharmacy students and pharmacy residents in their area of training and expertise. 



General Profile - Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines. Solves complex problems. Works independently and receives minimal guidance. May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Level at which career may stabilize for many years or until retirement.
Job Functional Knowledge - Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines.
Business Expertise - Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.
Leadership - Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
Problem Solving - Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Impact - Impacts a range of patient, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and protocols.
Interpersonal Skills - Explains difficult or sensitive information to others, including patients and families; works to build consensus.




MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS



Bachelor of Science or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution
Current Ohio pharmacist license
Previous pharmacy experience
Basic Life Support Certification—current or obtained during the orientation period (unless greater than 50% of scheduled work hours, as determined by the manager, are completed off-site or not in a patient care setting)   


SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE



Pharmacokinetic drug dosing experience
Drug therapy management


DESIRED ATTRIBUTES



ASHP accredited residency or equivalent pharmacy practice experience
Pharmacy Board Certifications or other certifications
Advanced-level degree in healthcare field
Collaborative practice experience
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (may be required to obtain as determined by manager)


BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES


Leadership Competencies



INFORMATION SECURITY


Maintains confidentiality of log-on password(s) and security of other authentication devices (e.g., key fobs, proximity devices, etc.).
Ensures privacy and security of information entrusted to their care.
Uses company business assets and information resources for management-approved purposes only.
Adheres to all information privacy and security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
Promptly reports information security incidents to the OhioHealth Information Security Officer.



RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES



Conducts essential responsibilities in a manner consistent with OhioHealth’s Service Excellence Standards of Behavior and Core Values: Compassion, Excellence, Inclusion, Integrity, and Stewardship. Committed to high reliability organization principles and demonstrates consistent behaviors to provide the safest and most effective care for all.



Acute Care/Infusion



50% - Reviews provider orders for correct drug choice, dosage form, dosing schedule, and possible drug-drug interactions or allergies. Contacts providers to clarify orders as appropriate. Dispenses and compounds medications and dispenses drug therapy-related devices in accordance with standards of practice and OhioHealth pharmacy policies. Ensures all medications, chemicals and supplies are dispensed without suboptimal integrity. Ensures appropriate labeling for proper administration of medication. Interprets prescriptions and determines compatibility in accordance with standards of practice. Prepares care plan for patients to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes and maximize compliance with therapy instructions.



20% - Manages individuals’ drug therapy by initiating, monitoring, and modifying prescriptions issued to patients in a consulting relationship with a provider. Provides drug information to providers, other health care professionals, and patients as needed.



10% - Counsels individuals regarding their drug therapy, including recommending drug therapy-related devices, assisting in the selection of non-prescription drugs for the treatment of common diseases and injuries, and providing instruction in their proper use.



10% - Provides associate and learner development and training, including precepting students and residents. Provides educational programs for pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff as needed.



10% - Directs and guides pharmacy technicians and pharmacy support personnel.





Ambulatory Care/Population Health



50% - Manages individuals’ drug therapy by initiating, monitoring, and modifying prescriptions in collaboration with a provider. Prepares individualized care plan to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes, avoid adverse events, and maximize adherence with therapy instructions. Provides drug information to providers, other health care professionals, and patients as needed.



20% - Partners with individuals (patients, caregivers, and other health care professionals) to prevent, manage, and/or slow progression of disease through patient advocacy, wellness and health promotion, triage and referral, patient education, and self-management.



10% - Assist with guideline/policy development and implementation as well as participate in performance improvement initiatives, including those for practice advancement.



10% - Provides associate and learner development and training, including precepting students and residents. Provides educational programs for pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff as needed.



10% - Directs and guides pharmacy technicians and pharmacy support personnel.





Retail



50% - Reviews provider orders for correct drug choice, dosage form, dosing schedule, and possible drug-drug interactions or allergies. Contacts providers to clarify orders as appropriate. Dispenses and compounds medications and dispenses drug therapy-related devices in accordance with standards of practice and OhioHealth pharmacy policies. Ensures all medications, chemicals, and supplies are dispensed without suboptimal integrity. Ensures appropriate labeling for proper administration of medication. Ensures proper billing procedures. 



20% - Counsels individuals regarding their drug therapy, including recommending drug therapy-related devices, and assisting in the selection of non-prescription drugs for the treatment of common diseases and injuries and providing instruction in their proper use.



10% - Manages individuals’ drug therapy by initiating, monitoring, and modifying prescriptions issued to patients in collaboration with a provider. Provides drug information to providers, other health care professionals, and patients as needed.



10% - Provides associate and learner development and training, including precepting students and residents. Provides educational programs for pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff as needed.



10% - Directs and guides pharmacy technicians and pharmacy support personnel.





Medication Safety, Stewardship, & Utilization



55% - Leads safety, stewardship, and utilization strategies for designated site(s) in collaboration with system team. Facilitates and manages activities of various site and system committees and clinical guidance councils. Develops, enforces, and maintains policies and procedures that promote and enhance patient outcomes through safe, effective, cost-efficient, and appropriate medication therapy use. Utilizing data, published best practice standards, and published events or recommendations, identifies opportunities for proactive change in the medication-use system to improve patient outcomes. Integrates medication improvement initiatives, activities, and changes with clinical and operational department programs and committees. Responsible for ensuring compliance with evidence-based recommendations, national patient safety recommendations, and regulatory standards related to safe and appropriate medication use.



20% - Provides associate and learner development and training, including precepting students and residents. Provides educational programs for pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff as needed.



10% - Directs and guides pharmacy technicians and pharmacy support personnel.



5% - Reviews provider orders for correct drug choice, dosage form, dosing schedule, and possible drug-drug interactions or allergies in various pharmacy practice settings, such as inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory care. Contacts providers to clarify orders as appropriate. Dispenses and compounds medications and dispenses drug therapy-related devices in accordance with standards of practice and OhioHealth pharmacy policies. Ensures all medications, chemicals, and supplies are dispensed without suboptimal integrity. Ensures appropriate labeling for proper administration of medication. Interprets prescriptions and determines compatibility in accordance with standards of practice. Prepares care plan for patients to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes and maximize compliance with therapy instructions.



5% - Manages individuals’ drug therapy by initiating, monitoring, and modifying prescriptions issued to patients in collaboration with a provider in a variety of care settings such as inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory care. Provides drug information to providers, other health care professionals, and patients as needed.



5% - Counsels individuals regarding their drug therapy, including recommending drug therapy-related devices, and assisting in the selection of non-prescription drugs for the treatment of common diseases and injuries and providing instruction in their proper use in a variety of care settings, such as inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory care.





AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Knowledge and application of growth and development principles.
Utilization of effective communication strategies.
Implementation of specific technical factors.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT



While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.



The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.





OSHA BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN EMPLOYEE EXPOSURE CATEGORIES (One category must be checked):



CATEGORY I:  ______

Employees whose job functions involve routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.  (Direct patient care jobs)



CATEGORY II:  ___X___

Employees whose job functions involve no routine exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks. (Indirect patient care jobs, i.e., unit clerk, pastoral care, etc.)



CATEGORY III:  ______

Employees whose job functions involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, and Category I and II tasks are not a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)OPL - Ohio Pharmacists License - Ohio Board of Pharmacy

BS or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution and a current Ohio pharmacist license.  Completion of a Pharmacy Practice residency or equivalent hospital experience.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

Pharmacokinetic drug dosing experience

Work Shift:

Night

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department

Pharmacy

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... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment