Clinical Pharmacist

Tri-Cities Community Health•Richland, WA

5d•$127,462 - $185,084•Onsite

About The Position

Performs the duties of a clinical pharmacist including medication management and patient counseling. Functions under a Collaborative Drug Therapy Agreement to initiate, modify, or discontinue medications for chronic disease states. Counsel patients, perform medication reconciliation, and provide clinical recommendations regarding medication therapy. Document appropriately within the electronic health record. Address prior authorizations, refill requests, and other clinical documents in the electronic health record. Work under TCCH protocols including, but not limited to, the refill protocol and therapeutic interchange protocol. Collaborate with staff to provide in-service education related to clinical pharmacy. Supervise and work collaboratively with clinical pharmacy technicians. Performs the duties of a pharmacist including dispensing prescriptions and counseling patients on their medications. Maintain accurate documentation in the pharmacy software system. Assess patient’s medication history. Review pharmacy profiles per Washington State requirements. Complete final check of prescriptions appropriately within pharmacy system. Supervise ancillary pharmacy staff. Clinical and Technical (must be familiar with the following fundamentals/activities): Utilizes and supervises pharmacy technicians/assistants as appropriate with the pharmacist assuming final responsibility for work performed by the staff. The pharmacist may delegate duties or activities to the staff only as allowed by law and policies/procedures. Provides appropriate instructions/education for pharmacy staff. Works within a team concept. Exhibits tact and understanding in all interpersonal relations. Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability and good problem-solving skills in a variety of settings. Assists with training and orientation of new pharmacy employees or students. Assists TCCH Providers in matters concerning drug therapy as requested. Fills prescriptions and counsels patients as needed. Complies with clinic policy and procedures consistently in all aspects of employment. Supports the organization’s mission, policies, and procedures in all aspects of employment. Participates in peer reviews and other quality improvement initiatives. Is responsible for knowledge of and compliance with health care and pharmacy department requirements for fire/safety/disasters, hazardous materials, aseptic technique, infection control, use of personal protective equipment and confidentiality issues Attends all required safety education programs as required Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment. Interacts with all of the above in a considerate, helpful and courteous manner as observed by Department Director and peers. Fosters mature professional relationships with fellow employees in a courteous and friendly manner as measured by management observation and peer input. Maintains professional composure and confidence during stressful situations. Maintains open communication using appropriate chain of command regarding issues. Conducts all work activities with respect for rights and wishes of patients, visitors, families and fellow employees. Maintains confidentiality of all clinic and patient information at all times as observed by peers and management. Presents neat appearance in proper attire and identification as required by the position, department and organization policy. Continuously displays a positive attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program in place. Promotes effective working relations and works collaboratively within and outside of the department. Participates in staff meetings as required. Supports Tri-Cities Community Health’s mission, policies and procedures through attendance and participation at committee meetings, if applicable. Uses appropriate communication skills with patients and co–workers. Clarifies instructions and asks for guidance when additional information is needed. Completes work assignments on time/readily accepts assignments from supervisor. Reports to work on time and as scheduled. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy from an accredited school or college of pharmacy.
Experience and/or training in clinical pharmacy practice.
Washington State Pharmacist License in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Residency.

Responsibilities

Initiate, modify, or discontinue medications for chronic disease states under a Collaborative Drug Therapy Agreement.
Counsel patients on their medications.
Perform medication reconciliation.
Provide clinical recommendations regarding medication therapy.
Document appropriately within the electronic health record.
Address prior authorizations, refill requests, and other clinical documents in the electronic health record.
Work under TCCH protocols including, but not limited to, the refill protocol and therapeutic interchange protocol.
Provide in-service education related to clinical pharmacy.
Supervise and work collaboratively with clinical pharmacy technicians.
Dispense prescriptions.
Maintain accurate documentation in the pharmacy software system.
Assess patient’s medication history.
Review pharmacy profiles per Washington State requirements.
Complete final check of prescriptions appropriately within pharmacy system.
Supervise ancillary pharmacy staff.
Utilize and supervise pharmacy technicians/assistants, assuming final responsibility for their work.
Delegate duties or activities to staff only as allowed by law and policies/procedures.
Provide appropriate instructions/education for pharmacy staff.
Work within a team concept.
Exhibit tact and understanding in all interpersonal relations.
Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and good problem-solving skills.
Assist with training and orientation of new pharmacy employees or students.
Assist TCCH Providers in matters concerning drug therapy as requested.
Fills prescriptions and counsels patients as needed.
Comply with clinic policy and procedures consistently.
Support the organization’s mission, policies, and procedures.
Participate in peer reviews and other quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain knowledge of and compliance with health care and pharmacy department requirements for fire/safety/disasters, hazardous materials, aseptic technique, infection control, use of personal protective equipment and confidentiality issues.
Attend all required safety education programs.
Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees.
Interact with all individuals in a considerate, helpful and courteous manner.
Foster mature professional relationships with fellow employees.
Maintain professional composure and confidence during stressful situations.
Maintain open communication using appropriate chain of command regarding issues.
Conduct all work activities with respect for rights and wishes of patients, visitors, families and fellow employees.
Maintain confidentiality of all clinic and patient information.
Present neat appearance in proper attire and identification.
Display a positive attitude within the department and across departmental lines.
Promote effective working relations and work collaboratively within and outside of the department.
Participate in staff meetings as required.
Support Tri-Cities Community Health’s mission, policies and procedures through attendance and participation at committee meetings, if applicable.
Use appropriate communication skills with patients and co–workers.
Clarify instructions and ask for guidance when additional information is needed.
Complete work assignments on time.
Readily accept assignments from supervisor.
Report to work on time and as scheduled.
Perform other duties as assigned.