PRN Hospital Pharmacist

Cardinal Health•Houston, TX

3d•$50 - $72•Onsite

About The Position

Cardinal Health's Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective coordination of pharmacy operations serving acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices, as well as retail customers. Health System Pharmacy provides customized pharmacy program solutions to reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems, and other integrated healthcare providers. They may also consult with and advise the healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies, and related processes. Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at AMG Specialty Hospital - Houston Med Center and is recruiting for a PRN Pharmacist to work as needed for both weekend and weekday coverage. The facility hours are Monday-Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM and weekends 8 AM-2:30 PM. On-call coverage is also expected. The Pharmacist II adjusts and dispenses medication to patients and drives the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy. This role verifies physician orders using the pharmacy information system, makes adjustments according to protocols, and provides patient education. The job also includes supervising Pharmacy Technicians and managing compliance tasks related to accreditation, narcotics control, and inventory management.

Requirements

Licensed, “good standing” pharmacist in the state of Texas or willing to become licensed in the state
In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred
Flexibility to work various shifts
IV certification required
Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals
Strong customer service skills
Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects
Computer savvy to learn and perform successful operation of multiple pharmacy information systems
May require vendor credentialing

Responsibilities

Applies expert knowledge of drugs and related protocols to verify physician orders for medications using the pharmacy information system.
Checks drug and dose in relation to the stated patient issue and addresses automated alerts from the system regarding drug type, dose, and other metrics.
Supervises Pharmacy Technicians to ensure the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy.
Checks all work of Pharmacy Technicians in line with State Boards of Pharmacy regulations and provides guidance on complex prescriptions, pharmacy automation systems, orders, and other issues.
Adjusts dosages based on established protocols for each drug, ensuring appropriateness for the patient’s condition and in light of other medications the patient is using.
Completes clinical tasks related to antimicrobial stewardship.
Educates patients on the proper use and expected effects of medications, especially when patients are using multiple medications, are beginning new regimens, or are being discharged.
Manages narcotics and inventory control and compliance, including regular documentation and completion of checklists.
Audits outdated medication in states where Pharmacy Technicians are not permitted to do so.
Contacts Nurses and Physicians as necessary to verify orders and obtain additional information regarding the order.
Assists the Pharmacy Director in maintaining the pharmacy’s accreditation and in implementing operational changes within the pharmacy, such as the use of new systems or adjustments of standard procedures.