SEH-PHARMACIST PD

Pharmacist Position

Positions Location: Charlotte, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job: Responsible for the efficient and accurate preparation and dispensation of medications and other pharmaceuticals according to established operational and clinical procedures, and as prescribed by providers. Oversee and closely review the work of technical support personnel. Advises patients, families, providers and other health-care professionals on various medication related matters.

Essential Duties

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Team members may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Prepares and dispenses medication orders per provider request according to established profiles, procedures, and protocols.
• Efficiently and accurately processes medication orders and stock requests: prepares STAT and ASAP orders within the defined time limits; Reviews and verifies orders quickly and completely in the pharmacy computer system; clarifies incomplete or inappropriate orders with providers in a timely manner; maintains complete and accurate patient medication profiles. Transports medications and supplies to patient care units as needed.
• Ensures safe, appropriate and cost-effective medication management for patients according to established policies, regulations, standards, procedures and protocols.
• Advise providers as to the use benefits of the pharmacy pharmacokinetic dosing service (e.g. aminoglycosides and vancomycin) and anticoagulant dosing service.
• Monitors the health and progress of patients in response to drug therapy to ensure safe and effective use of medications; recommends alternate drug therapy when appropriate.
• Assess and advise providers on accepted formulary products, alternative substitutions and/or recommend more efficacious medications for patient therapy.
• Serve as a source of medication information education for Physicians, nurses, patients, families, and other ancillary personnel.
• Provides supervision and training to pharmacy technicians; is responsible for work performed by pharmacy technicians on a daily basis.
• Provides accurate, efficient, and friendly service to the nursing units and other departments. Supports and assists the other members of the inter-disciplinary team. Completes the functions identified in the job description and assists all team members with all other functions to ensure complete, timely and accurate pharmacy services.
• Compounding and supervising the compounding of nonsterile medications as defined by USP 795 and sterile medications as defined by USP 797. Ensures compounding team members adhere to the prescription or medical order for the strength, quality and purity of compounding preparations. Guarantees compounded products are packaged, labeled and dispensed according to current laws and regulations. Ensures all compounding policies and procedures are followed.
• Ensures secure storage and handling of controlled substances per health-system policies and procedures.
• Ensures proper handling of hazardous medication based on health-system policies and USP 800.
• Prepares and utilizes departmental documents and reports as required.
• Attend team member meetings, training and in-services as required.
• Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization's policies and procedures, and compliance guidelines.
• Respond to codes and emergencies as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Valid State or Michigan Pharmacy license in good standing with the State of Michigan required. Valid State of Michigan Controlled Substance license in good standing with the State of Michigan required. BLS and ACLS certification required within 1 year of hire date.

Student, intern or work experience in a hospital setting. One year hospital experience as a licensed pharmacist preferred.

Graduate of an College of Pharmacy. Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy required.

Demonstrates effective oral, written and phone communication skills. Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. General knowledge of pharmacy terms, knowledge of the use, clinical effects, and composition of drugs, including their chemical, biological, and physical properties Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and hospital policies related to the provision of services including HIPAA confidentiality and Joint Commission standards. Mathematical/computation skills necessary for calculations Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate, orally and in written form, with patients, families, physicians and other health care professionals in the exchange of information Skills necessary to provide guidance, training, prioritize and review the work of assigned team members. Analytical ability to assess patient data and recommend alternative drug therapy when appropriate Mental ability to work on tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail, and adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands Physical ability to stand/sit in one position for extended periods of time, lift/move items weighing up to 50 pounds, and retrieve items from high shelves.

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.