Clinical Pharmacist

CommonSpirit Health•Garden City, KS

51d•Onsite

About The Position

As our Clinical Pharmacist, you will be responsible for accurately interpreting provider orders and prescriptions, then compounding and dispensing medications within strict regulatory and professional standards. You will ensure the safe and effective delivery of pharmaceutical care. Every day, you will consult with patients and other healthcare professionals regarding medication use and potential drug interactions, providing essential drug information as needed. You will also provide oversight and supervision to pharmacy technicians and supporting staff, effectively directing workflow and ensuring the timely completion of duties, contributing to overall pharmacy efficiency. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional clinical expertise in your area of practice. Your ability to accurately dispense medications, provide thorough patient counseling, offer valuable drug information, and effectively supervise staff will be critical in delivering high-quality pharmaceutical services. Interprets prescription and medication orders completely and accurately and completes the necessary steps for clarification and validation for safe and effective patient care in compliance with state/federal rules and regulations. Monitors drug utilization information and detects potential drug interactions, overlaps, over and under dosing and other unique situations. Demonstrates professional judgment in advising and counseling patients and healthcare team. Participates in Code Blue and other emergency situations to ensure adequate drug supply and appropriate drug use. Oversight and supervision of pharmacy technicians and other supporting staff including directing work flow and assurance of completion of duties. Maintains accurate and complete records and files, as prescribed by law, of all dispensing transactions of legend and controlled drugs, including wholesale transactions. This is a PRN position (5 shifts scheduled in a 6-week period). This position is used to cover call-offs, vacations, and where coverage may be needed. PRN is not eligible for benefits but does offer a 10% differential on top of the base rate of pay.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree
BLS-CPR
Active State Pharmacist License in good standing in the state in which the employee works: PHARM:KS
Strong knowledge of Pharmacy Services
Knowledgeable and skilled in current practice concepts of pharmacy practice settings
Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards
Strong project management skills
Good strategic planning skills
Strong change management skills
Must demonstrate personal traits of a high level of motivation; team orientation; professionalism; trust; and place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect

Nice To Haves

ACLS

Responsibilities

Accurately interpreting provider orders and prescriptions, then compounding and dispensing medications within strict regulatory and professional standards.
Ensuring the safe and effective delivery of pharmaceutical care.
Consulting with patients and other healthcare professionals regarding medication use and potential drug interactions, providing essential drug information as needed.
Providing oversight and supervision to pharmacy technicians and supporting staff, effectively directing workflow and ensuring the timely completion of duties, contributing to overall pharmacy efficiency.
Interpreting prescription and medication orders completely and accurately and completing the necessary steps for clarification and validation for safe and effective patient care in compliance with state/federal rules and regulations.
Monitoring drug utilization information and detecting potential drug interactions, overlaps, over and under dosing and other unique situations.
Demonstrating professional judgment in advising and counseling patients and healthcare team.
Participating in Code Blue and other emergency situations to ensure adequate drug supply and appropriate drug use.
Oversight and supervision of pharmacy technicians and other supporting staff including directing work flow and assurance of completion of duties.
Maintaining accurate and complete records and files, as prescribed by law, of all dispensing transactions of legend and controlled drugs, including wholesale transactions.