Pharmacist 3, Outpatient TAR - Community Pharmacy

University of Rochester • Town of Brighton, NY

3d • $63 - $82 • Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

This role involves approving the ordering of medications for patients treated in the outpatient setting, overseeing and contributing to compounding, preparation, and dispensing of medications in accordance with state and federal laws. The Pharmacist 3 will provide supervision of Pharmacy Technicians, assume additional clinical and/or project responsibilities, and train new staff and learners. Essential functions include following departmental and hospital policies, dispensing medications accurately and timely, resolving problem medication orders, identifying safety risks, processing and validating medication orders, directing technician workflow, checking products requiring pharmacist approval, and participating in quality assurance processes. The role also involves developing or participating in clinical practice by interacting with healthcare professionals and patients, guiding medication use, participating in clinical initiatives, identifying practice changes for improved patient care and safety, and participating in Medication Use Evaluations, guideline development, or research projects. Monitoring assigned patient populations, recommending therapy adjustments, documenting clinical activities, and supporting patient teaching are also key responsibilities. The Pharmacist 3 will serve as a clinical/operational resource, resolve problems with direct communication, identify patient care problems or safety concerns, provide leadership when needed, and offer feedback and communication to managers. Training, mentorship, and evaluation of other pharmacists and trainees are also part of the role, including contributions to PGY1 Resident and pharmacy student training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree of Science degree in Pharmacy and 3 years of progressive and relevant experience and responsibility in the acute care pharmacy practice environment required or PhD required Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• New York State Pharmacy License or eligibility required
• PHARM-R - Registered Pharmacist required

Nice To Haves

• Residency training preferred
• Board Certification in practice area preferred
• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech

Responsibilities

• Approves the ordering of medications for patients treated in the outpatient setting.
• Oversees and directly contributes to compounding, preparation, and dispensing medications for patients in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations for pharmacy practice.
• Provides supervision of Pharmacy Technicians when assisting in medication preparation and dispensing activities as defined by NYS Laws and Regulations.
• Assumes additional clinical and/or project responsibilities for the department.
• Trains and educates new staff and learners.
• Follows departmental and hospital policy and procedures related to dispensing of medications.
• Assists in creating and/or reviewing policies or Standard Operating Procedures for the practice area.
• Dispenses medications accurately and in a timely manner.
• Independently resolves problem medication orders appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Identifies issues and potential safety risks, offering recommendations and solutions for improvement.
• Processes and validates medication orders utilizing current information system technology to create and maintain accurate patient profiles.
• Directs the work of technicians to ensure appropriate workflow as required.
• Checks all products requiring a pharmacist approval prior to dispensing.
• Participates in departmental Q/A processes, such as reporting and following up on medication incidents, reconciling MARs, reporting medication adverse events and errors, etc.
• Seeks opportunities to engage in quality committees or projects.
• Develops or participates in a clinical practice by interacting with physicians, nurses, other health care professionals, and patients as a member of an interdisciplinary team on patient care units.
• Guides and recommends appropriate medication use.
• Participates in focused clinical initiatives as defined by the department.
• Identifies or participates in clinical practice changes focused on improved patient care and safety, utilizing experience and advanced training to provide guidance and input for future practice strategies.
• Participates in Medication Use Evaluations, clinical guideline development, or research projects when appropriate.
• Monitors assigned patient populations for clinical progress, including renal/hepatic function, culture results, and other applicable laboratory tests.
• Recommends adjustments to therapy as necessary.
• Documents clinical activities and interventions on a regular basis.
• Supports patient teaching initiatives, identifying opportunities and performing teaching and documentation tasks when needed.
• Serves as a clinical/operational resource for other pharmacists in the primary areas of practice.
• Independently and thoroughly resolves problems with appropriate and direct communication to all pertinent staff in a clear and concise manner.
• Identifies patient care problems or safety concerns and does not pass on problems to the next shift without exhausting reasonable attempts at resolution and communicating progress.
• Provides leadership to the team when needed, resolving staffing resource issues, conflict resolution, service recovery, and appropriate communication across shifts and to managers when appropriate.
• Provides feedback and detailed communication to managers or direct supervisor when resolving issues and collaborates with other managers when a solution is beyond expertise or authority.
• Provides training, mentorship, and feedback for evaluating Level 1 and 2 Pharmacists, as well as other trainees, including technicians, as needed.
• Contributes to Pharmacy PGY1 Residents training as assigned.
• Contributes to the training of pharmacy students for IPPE and APPE rotations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.
• In support of our values and those of our University, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).
• This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

What This Job Offers

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