Staff Pharmacist - PRN

Staff Pharmacist – Houston Methodist PRN Evenings. Hospital Experience Highly Preferred. At Houston Methodist, the Staff Pharmacist position is responsible for providing day-to-day comprehensive, patient-oriented pharmacy services in any or all areas of the department which includes processing orders, therapy review, and education to patients and other members of the direct patient care team. This position collaborates with other health care professionals to manage patients' drug therapies for effectiveness and overall safety. The Staff Pharmacist position contributes to the fulfillment of the department's mission by collaborating to provide innovative, personalized, cost-effective pharmaceutical care in a culture dedicated to quality and safety. This position is also responsible for the oversight of pharmacy technicians and students and may serve as a preceptor, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of pharmaceuticals. FLSA Status Non-exempt Qualifications Education Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section Experience No experience needed; some experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred Licenses and Certifications Required PHRM – Pharmacist – State Licensure – Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation – Texas Pharmacist license or eligible for Texas Pharmacist license PPC – Pharmacist Preceptor Cert – State Licensure – Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation – within 15 months IV Certification – Intravenous certification (Various) – Various Issuers BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association Preferred ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) Skills and Abilities Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English necessary to perform the essential functions, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security Effective communication with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus Strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co‑workers; capable of assuming responsibility for coordinating the activities of a major pharmacy service area Knowledge and skills in comprehensive pharmacy services including unit-dose drug distribution, intravenous admixture preparation, nutrition support services, and target drug monitoring Knowledge of basic principles regarding rational drug therapy, including professional and technical competence in the selection, evaluation, utilization, and distribution of drugs and drug information and application to all patient groups, from neonate to geriatric Computer skills including proficiency in MS Office and EMR software Essential Functions People Essential Functions Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Guides and mentors pharmacy technicians and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. In the absence of Senior Staff Pharmacists or other higher level, serves as a coordinator for the shift overseeing and leading activities of technicians and other support staff. Service Essential Functions Processes all orders/requests accurately and efficiently, verifying appropriateness of all drugs in reference to the patient’s diagnosis, allergies, height and weight. Monitors workload fluctuations and work output of pharmacy technician(s), adjusting assignments as appropriate to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medications to patient care areas. Conducts proactive drug therapy reviews and monitoring, providing drug information, patient counseling, and management of pharmacist-based dosing protocols, collaborating with other health care staff for problem resolution for the achievement of patient‑specific goals. Quality/Safety Essential Functions Collaborates with other health care professionals to manage patient’s drug therapy for effectiveness, side effects, adverse drug reactions, toxicities, drug interactions, and incompatibilities following guidelines for formulary management and clinical intervention tools in the achievement of patient specific goals. Documents patient care activities and patient outcomes as impacted by pharmaceutical care and clinical interventions. Participates in department quality management activities, i.e., medication use evaluations, adverse drug reactions and medication error reporting, clinical interventions, medication center reviews, and inventory management documentation and reporting. Finance Essential Functions Manages inventory to minimize waste and expired drugs in the work area as well as uses one’s resources effectively and efficiently. Self‑motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. Growth/Innovation Essential Functions Participates in inter- and intra-departmental activities including in‑services, article publication/presentation, preceptorship, and additional training. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Staff Pharmacist. Supplemental Requirements Work Attire Uniform: No Scrubs: Yes Business professional: Yes Other (department approved): No On-Call *Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (e.g., Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc.) regardless of selection below. On Call* No Travel **Travel specifications may vary by department** May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No #J-18808-Ljbffr Houston Methodist