Clinical Pharmacist

Bay Area Hospital•Fort Bridger, WY

1d•$63 - $94•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible and accountable for the provision of a broad range of inpatient and outpatient pharmaceutical care services to ensure safe, effective, and prompt medication therapy. Through various assignments within the department, this pharmacist provides support of centralized and decentralized services and delivers optimal medication therapy to patients with a broad range of disease states. The Clinical Pharmacist works in collaboration with multidisciplinary care providers to monitor, assess and provide clinical interventions to ensure medication use is aligned with patient care needs, evidence-based practices, established policies and protocols, and regulatory standards. EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES Support the organization’s mission, vision, and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Code of Conduct and support the Bay Area Hospital Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical. POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible and accountable for the provision of a broad range of inpatient and outpatient pharmaceutical care services to ensure safe, effective, and prompt medication therapy. Through various assignments within the department, this pharmacist provides support of centralized and decentralized services and delivers optimal medication therapy to patients with a broad range of disease states. The Clinical Pharmacist works in collaboration with multidisciplinary care providers to monitor, assess and provide clinical interventions to ensure medication use is aligned with patient care needs, evidence-based practices, established policies and protocols, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Demonstrates proficiency in hospital computer systems and software programs and applicable office equipment
Demonstrates knowledge of all current federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of pharmacy
Displays extreme accuracy in mathematical calculations and dispensing activities
Displays ability to interact professionally and communicate clearly and effectively (verbal and written) with members of the pharmacy, other health care professionals, and the public
Exhibits the ability to maintain confidentiality, think and act independently with minimal supervision
Ability to organize and prioritize workload effectively, handle multiple tasks, and make critical decisions to ensure pharmacy services are provided in a timely manner
Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to assess patient needs, incorporating age and disease specific characteristics to optimize pharmacotherapy
Demonstrates medical literature evaluation skills and understanding of evidence-based medicine
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, participating in professional organizations
Maintains regular, consistent, and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy with Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree preferred or B.S. Pharm degree
Current Oregon Pharmacist license required
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) (Within 90 days of hire)
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification required (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 3 years of relevant hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs all job duties and functions within the scope of practice for a Registered Pharmacist, as defined by the Oregon State Board of Pharmacy
Engages in the practice of clinical pharmacy by providing patient care to optimize medication therapy and to promote disease prevention and patient’s health and wellness
Performs drug utilization review and determines the presence of medication-therapy problems by evaluation of medication orders in light of the information contained in the patient’s record and consultation with the prescriber when appropriate
Assesses and monitors individual patient drug therapy laboratory tests according to the established clinical policies and procedures and communicates with prescribers or other relevant healthcare practitioners
Completes critical patient monitoring and reviews patient profiles to identify, prevent or mitigate medication therapy problems (for example: improper drug or dose selections, untreated indications, medications without indications, therapeutic duplications, treatment failures, drug interactions, adverse drug events and reactions)
Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners; recommends evidence-based medication therapy regimens and monitoring plans; and suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff as needed
Participates in the medication reconciliation process that includes verification of medication history lists obtained by pharmacy technicians, identification and resolution of medication discrepancies, communication with patients and Providers, and documentation of interventions
Counsels and provides drug information to patients and their families
Maintains proficiency in and actively engages in pharmacy operations and medication dispensing
Provides oversight and ongoing supervision for all activities performed by supportive personnel (i.e. pharmacy technicians and interns) to ensure safe and accurate drug preparation, distribution and drug control
Complies with policies and procedures related to preparation and supervision of all sterile and non-sterile compounding
Participates in the management of medical emergencies
Documents all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely
Participates in education and training of healthcare practitioners (including students, interns, nurses, technicians, and other healthcare professionals)
Participates in quality initiatives to improve services by monitoring processes, documenting, and analyzing data
Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team on clinical initiative development and implementation
Participates in department and staff meetings and committees
Performs other duties as required or assigned