Lead Pharmacist

Phoebe Putney Health System • Albany, GA

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About The Position

Responsible for all aspects of pharmaceutical care to include safe and appropriate use, managing selected drug therapies, and the dispensing, compounding, labeling, and storage of pharmaceuticals. Also participates in the education of patients, nurses and Physicians. Staff pharmacists are responsible for management of daily workflow to include supervision; training and validation of all work performed by Pharmacy Technicians, Clerks, Intern Pharmacists, and newly hired Pharmacists. Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role. Understands equipment operation. Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems. Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology. Ensures quality of services provided in area of specialty. Maintains competency in clinical skills needed for area of specialty. Assists in clinical training for pharmacist and technical staff in area of specialty. Fulfills educational requirements and keeps current with knowledge in area of specialty.

Requirements

• Higher Degree in B.S. Pharmacy (5 year degree) or Pharm.D. (6 year degree) Required.
• Master's Degree in Business or Healthcare Related - Preferred.
• 1 year Hospital Pharmacy experience - Preferred.
• 1 year SHP Accredited Hospital Pharmacy Residency Program(s) - Preferred.
• RPH - Registered Pharmacist - Required.

Nice To Haves

• ASHP Accredited PGY1 or PGY2 Residency - Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of pharmaceutical care including safe and appropriate use and managing selected drug therapies.
• Dispensing, compounding, labeling, and storage of pharmaceuticals.
• Participates in the education of patients, nurses, and Physicians.
• Management of daily workflow including supervision and training of Pharmacy Technicians, Clerks, Intern Pharmacists, and newly hired Pharmacists.
• Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
• Maintains equipment in working order and troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Uses technology to increase productivity and adapts to new technology.
• Ensures quality of services provided in area of specialty.
• Maintains competency in clinical skills needed for area of specialty.
• Assists in clinical training for pharmacist and technical staff.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees