Clinical Pharmacist- Emergency Department

Sentara Hospitals•Harrisonburg, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible and accountable for the provision of safe, effective, and prompt pharmacy services. Participates in all necessary aspects of the medication-use system while providing comprehensive and individualized pharmaceutical care to the patients in their assigned areas.

Requirements

Must obtain valid RPh license in state of practice within 90 days of hire.
Pharmacist License (RPh) - State license - Virginia Department of Health Professionals (VADHP)
Hospital pharmacy experience (required)

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the ability to work in areas of pharmacy practice competently and independently
Manages patient drug therapy in accordance with applicable clinical practice standards
Assures the appropriateness of all provider medication orders in maintaining a high level of patient care and safety
Maintains current knowledge of medication use and disease states applicable to their area of practice
Serves as the primary resource for drug information and education
Provides in-depth patient counseling when required
Participates in the training of new employees as assigned
Assumes local responsibility and ownership for assigned tasks
Consistently follows policies and procedures
Continually seeks out additional training opportunities and stays abreast of new and changing information for assigned areas
Demonstrates superior customer service, effective communication, decision-making, and organization to ensure efficient job performance and success
Serves as a role model in the following areas: professionalism, collaboration, and teamwork.
Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care
Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the scope of practice as needed
Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information
Ensures quality assurance is maintained according to departmental and legal requirements
Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately
Precepts pharmacy students as assigned
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned
Manages patient drug therapy in accordance with applicable clinical practice standards
Assures the appropriateness of all provider medication orders in maintaining a high level of patient care and safety
Maintains current knowledge of medication use and disease states applicable to their area of practice