Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist III

Job Accountabilities

Pharmacy Services:

• Prepare medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders, identifying potential therapeutic incompatibilities.

• Dispense medications through compounding, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals in accordance with established protocols.

• Monitor drug therapies and advise on necessary interventions to ensure proper medication control.

• Complete routine and priority tasks within specified departmental timelines.

• Mentor and cultivate a supportive environment to help students, interns, and pharmacy technicians enhance their skills, knowledge, and confidence.

• Oversee pharmacy operations by organizing and directing the workflow of pharmacy technicians, ensuring proper preparation, labeling, order entry, and inspection of pharmaceuticals.

• Provide expert pharmacological advice to healthcare professionals and counsel patients on drug therapies.

Clerical Duties:

• Perform general clerical tasks, including answering phone calls, updating patient information, and managing patient Electronic Health Records (EHR).

• Prepare and maintain accurate medical and departmental records as required for patient documentation.

Safety:

• Participate in quality improvement processes, including updating safety manuals and engaging in interdisciplinary projects.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment by adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Ensure infection-control protocols are followed to protect patients and technicians.

Compliance:

• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all patient Protected Health Information (PHI) and protect it from accidental or unauthorized disclosure.

• Administer and document medications and treatments in compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Ensure compliance with drug laws regulated by the state board of pharmacy, DEA, FDA, and other relevant authorities by monitoring controlled substances, maintaining records, and removing outdated or damaged drugs from inventory.

• Supervise the work of support personnel and maintain current pharmacy registration and certifications.

• Stay informed about new legislation and advise management on required actions for compliance.

• Complete continuing education requirements to meet accreditation and licensure standards for the facility and regulatory agencies.

• Contribute to the development of hospital staff’s pharmacological knowledge through participation in clinical programs and the training of pharmacy staff, students, interns, externs, residents, and healthcare professionals.

Fulfillment Center:

• Members of the Fulfillment Center float pool may be assigned to various locations within a designated service area as needed.

Education:

• Doctorate in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy.

Certification & Licensure:

• Licensed Pharmacist (PHARMD) or Registered Pharmacist (PHARMR).

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (required for specific roles).

Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmaceutical names (both generic and trade), pharmaceutical calculations, and relevant laws and regulations.

• Understanding of pharmacy practice in various settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.

• Familiarity with pharmaceutical and medical terminology, abbreviations, and symbols used in prescribing, dispensing, and record-keeping.

• Knowledge of legal and accreditation standards, including NABP, TJC, DHS, DEA, FDA, and USP guidelines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly explain complex information to diverse audiences, including non-medical individuals.

• Excellent time management and organizational abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and adhere to standardized operating procedures to meet deadlines.

• Proficiency in using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), as well as pharmaceutical technologies, EHR, and EPIC systems.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, handling multiple tasks in an environment with frequent interruptions.

• Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard issues by applying established solutions.

• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of PHI.

Job Shift:

• Varied shifts.