Pharmacist - Infusion

Schuylkill • Allentown, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Fills and dispenses prescription orders in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and according to the latest standards of pharmacy practice. Reviews all medication orders for appropriateness and consults with patients and other healthcare providers. Supervises all technical staff and maintains adequate inventory of medications and supplies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy
• DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• RP - Registered Pharmacist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in pharmacy (PharmD)

Responsibilities

• Oversees clinical activities of assigned areas to ensure delivery of safe and effective patient care.
• Maintains patient records, prescription records, and other documentation according to LVPS.
• Supervises activities of IV technicians including verifying labels, the accuracy of documentation, ensuring proper product selection, and compounding technique.
• Acts as contact person and resource to physicians, nurses, discharge planners, case managers, etc. regarding treatment options including medication usage and therapeutic dosage, appropriateness of therapy, potential adverse reactions and contraindications, modifications, or alternatives to therapy.
• Monitors patient records to ensure proper patient education and ensures compliance with maintaining both clinical and prescription information including counseling of patients as mandated by current OBRA regulations.
• Coordinates activities of the patient care plan including overseeing patient care activities, updating, and making revisions to the patient care plan.
• Maintains adequate inventories of products necessary for daily business operations.
• Ensures deliveries are made timely by checking supplies and medications are accurate all while coordinating with colleagues to ensure delivery times are met.
• Makes recommendations for therapy order changes to prescribing physician.

What This Job Offers

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