Decentralized Pharmacist- University of Oklahoma Medical Center

OU Health • Oklahoma City, OK

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs professional level work in the compounding, dispensing and preservation of drugs and medicines. This role involves maintaining and reviewing patient profiles to ensure appropriateness of drug therapy, allergies, interactions and side effects. The pharmacist will also investigate reports of adverse drug reactions, advise staff and physicians on medication use, oversee pharmacy technicians, and ensure adequate inventory levels of non-expired drugs. Additionally, the position assists with in-service education for hospital staff and pharmacy-related training.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited pharmacy degree program (Bachelor of Science or Pharm. D)
• Licensed as a Doctor of Pharmacy (D.Ph.) by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy.
• Certificate as a preceptor by the Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy when eligible.
• Knowledge of the principles and procedures associated with pharmacology.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Good communication skills along with the ability to translate technical information into terms the general public can understand.
• Knowledge of professional standards and state and federal guidelines governing the dispensing of drugs.
• Computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• If an applicant does not have an OK State Board of Pharmacy License, they will be hired as a Graduate Intern and required to obtain the OK State Board of Pharmacy License within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Compounds and dispenses prescribed medications, drugs and other pharmaceuticals for patient care
• Maintains and reviews patient profiles to ensure appropriateness of drug therapy, allergies, interactions and side effects
• Investigates reports of adverse drug reactions and prepare required reports
• Advises staff, physicians and customers, as needed, with information regarding the appropriate use of medications
• Oversees the work of pharmacy technicians
• Ensures that inventory levels are adequately maintained and drugs have not expired
• Assists with in-service education for the hospital staff and pharmacy related training
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PTO
• 401(k)
• medical and dental plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level