Job Description:
The Registered Pharmacist fills orders for parenteral medication when needed; monitors patient drug therapies; and provides drug information. S/he compounds and dispenses prescribed drugs in a healthcare facility environment. The Staff Pharmacist is responsible for transferring prescription; handling incoming physician calls; logging data into the computer; and drug utilization review. S/he supervises and directs Pharmacy Technician(s). In the Absence of the Director of Pharmacy, a Registered Pharmacist may be required to assume the essential responsibilities and perform the duties of the Director of Pharmacy.
Qualifications
Required Education:- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacology or related field or the combination of education, knowledge, skills, mental development, and relevant experience that enables performance of all aspects of the position.
- Registered Pharmacist in the state of Illinois.
- Desirable Education:
- Master’s degree in Pharmacology or related field.
Required Experience:- A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Registered Pharmacist in a hospital setting.
- Experience in unit-dose, IVs, hyperalimentation, and chemotherapy.
- Experience with Microsoft Office computer programs.
- Desirable Experience:
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Registered Pharmacist in a hospital setting.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Meditech computer programs.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Prepare and dispense medication orders per physician’s request according to established policies, procedures and protocols.
Interpret medication orders.
Maintain accurate, complete patient medication profiles.
Compound and dispense pharmaceuticals including sterile chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition products accurately.
Ensure safe, appropriate cost effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
Monitor drug therapy regimens for contra-indications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies, and appropriateness of drug and use.
Detect and report suspected ADRs accurately and in a timely manner.
Sustain formulary by minimizing non-formulary drugs, using therapeutic substitution and promoting rational drug therapy selection.
Suggest appropriate, cost effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff.
Provide accurate, adequate, and timely drug information to professional staff and patients and their families (if needed).Document all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely.
Participate in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department.
Collect data; conduct quality monitors and inspections; and maintain logs, records, and other documentation as assigned.
Contribute to quality and effective operation of the department.
Supervise and direct Pharmacy Apprentices.
Verify the daily activities of Pharmacy Apprentices.
Participate in the performance appraisal of Pharmacy Apprentices.
Organize and prioritize work assignments.
Ensure that pharmacy services are performed in a timely manner.
Answer telephone and staff waiting at the in-window.
Make sure all open jobs are completed before the end of shift. If necessary, stay until current tasks are completed.
Implement, and maintain pharmacy services.
Implement the treatment guidelines, protocols, formulary changes, and critical pathways as approved by P&T and other committees.
Facilitate the identification, resolution, implementation, and communication of cost effective medication use issues in collaboration with the medical staff.
Review the use of targeted medications for compliance with current pharmacoeconomic programs.
Provide consultation and clarification to practioners. Suggest appropriate cost effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff as needed.
Provide education and information on pharmaceutical care and drug therapy.
Contribute to quality and effective operations of the Pharmacy Department.
Maintain license and competency for position.
Attend and conduct pharmacy staff meetings.
Attend training sessions, seminars, and workshops appropriate for the acquisition of the necessary skills and information to enhance skills and disseminates the information and skills acquired to the staff.
Assist in training new employees, and others.
Act in a consistently professional manner while conducting all duties and responsibilities.
Comply with all requirements related to risk management, safety, security, fire, and infection control.
Comply with all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.\nCompany DescriptionA Roman Catholic facility founded by the Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph and sponsored by Catholic Health International, St. Bernard Hospital aspires to live in the healing mission of Christ within the South Side community of Chicago. This mission calls us to care for the sick and promote the health of the residents in the community while witnessing the Christian values of respect, dignity, caring and compassion for all persons. In all matters, St. Bernard Hospital will show a special sensitivity to the culture of the people we serve and the unique needs of the poor and powerless.
Company Description:
A Roman Catholic facility founded by the Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph and sponsored by Catholic Health International, St. Bernard Hospital aspires to live in the healing mission of Christ within the South Side community of Chicago. This mission calls us to care for the sick and promote the health of the residents in the community while witnessing the Christian values of respect, dignity, caring and compassion for all persons. In all matters, St. Bernard Hospital will show a special sensitivity to the culture of the people we serve and the unique needs of the poor and powerless.
