Pharmacist- Nonexempt

Pharmacist, PRN Weekends Havertown, Pennsylvania – Facility: Kindred Hospital Philadelphia – Havertown Kindred Hospital Philadelphia – Havertown and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is a 66‑bed hospital offering the same in‑depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. With 57 long‑term acute care (LTAC) beds, we partner with your physician and offer 24‑hour clinical care seven days a week. The nine‑bed ARU is designed for people who have experienced the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment, or illness. We are located within a medical district close to Darby Creek and West Chester Pike expressway. Job Summary The Pharmacist works in collaboration with the Director of Pharmacy and, according to standard procedure, compounds and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical supplies, receiving written prescriptions from the physician. The Pharmacist participates in Performance Improvement plans, consults with and advises Administration, Medical Staff and hospital staff on quality, regulatory and risk issues, and serves as a consultant to all clinical and medical staff. The Pharmacist assists the Director in coordinating and implementing the activities of the Pharmacy, interprets medication orders, compounds and dispenses medication and other pharmaceutical preparations, supervises technical support staff, and assists with clinical, quality management and education programs. The Pharmacist provides support for all departments with respect to the care of all patients aged 18 through the geriatric population ages 65 and older. Essential Functions Participates in the maintenance and dissemination of drug information through in‑service education of hospital personnel, consultation with patients, hospital and medical staff. Actively assists other Pharmacists and Technicians in the discharge of routine duties as necessary and directs activities of and provides professional and technical guidance to Pharmacy personnel. Exercises professional judgment in imparting therapeutic and drug information to patients and health professionals. Is competent in the range of treatment needed by adult and geriatric patients. Capable of entering a minimum of 40 orders per four‑hour shift. Generates required reports; picks I.V., production reports; performs backup procedures correctly. Assists Technicians in performing technical tasks, maintains aseptic techniques, and recycles product appropriately. Checks technician‑prepared products prior to release and ensures technician maintains I.V. refrigerator temperature and hood cleaning logs. Fills orders with correct medication, checks support staff accuracy prior to medication release. Prioritizes work to prepare STAT, NOW and waiting orders in order of importance; follows through on fill‑on‑arrival orders. Reviews patient profile to ensure appropriate and safe drug therapy, prevents therapeutic duplication, significant drug interaction, avoidable ADRs, and ensures medication is appropriate for patient height, weight, age, renal function and disease state. Pharmacokinetics dosing service: ensures priority dosing is appropriate, interprets levels, modifies doses, writes progress notes per protocol, dates, times and initials all vials for reuse. Calculates fluid, electrolyte and calories needs, monitors patient appropriateness for formulation, clarifies controversial orders with physician. Keeps current on new drugs, adds additives in proper sequence, ensures syringe and vial counts reflect what has been made, labels containers accurately, completes packages including seals and protective wraps. Maintains security of Pharmacy and controlled substances; informs staff of pending problems and physical callbacks. Fills orders with correct medications, prepares unit‑of‑use dosage when possible, keeps Director informed of workload status, prioritizes work to prepare STAT, NOW and waiting orders, follows through on fill‑on‑arrival orders. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Expectations Basic understanding of the role and use of a computer in processing prescription orders with minimum word‑processing skills. Self‑motivated, self‑directed with excellent organizational skills. Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to organize meetings and inspections. Fluent in reading, writing and speaking English. Good and regular attendance. Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0% Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a Pharmacy degree. Licenses / Certifications Current state license in good standing. BCLS certification. Experience Minimum of three (3) months of experience in pharmacy. Working knowledge of OSHA, JCAHO, HCFA and state guidelines. Experience in facilitating teams. Experience in writing policies and procedures. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kindred Hospital Philadelphia - Havertown