Pharmacist Resident (S)

SSM Health • Madison, WI

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About The Position

Develops clinical pharmacy practice skills that are consistent with the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) accreditation standards. Works collaboratively with preceptors to optimize patient care by promoting rational, safe, and cost-effective drug therapy by developing and providing clinical services in their area of expertise.

Requirements

• Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D; Bachelor of Pharmacy) from an ACPE accredited school of pharmacy
• No experience required
• Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment.
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• Pharmacist - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Responsibilities

• Provides pharmaceutical care in the various areas of clinical practice consistent with his/her preceptor. Duties may include: review and evaluation of patient drug/medical history, providing drug therapy recommendations to optimize care, providing drug information, evaluating medical literature, rounding with other healthcare providers, drug utilization reviews, patient counseling and order entry/verification/dispensing.
• Plans, implements, performs and measures the clinical processes that will improve treatment outcomes while minimizing adverse drug events and contributes to quality and financial outcomes. Participates in drug utilization evaluations (DUEs), analyzes trends and evaluates data to be synthesized into reports for action by committees (if applicable).
• Participates in a culture of learning and sharing that supports his/her development in the residency program. Implements staff development on pharmacy processes and participates in the training of other pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy students and healthcare providers as appropriate for the site.
• Promotes interdisciplinary teamwork including development and implementation of clinical pathways and protocols that promote appropriate medication safety and medication utilization using best practice, evidence-based recommendations.
• Ensures safety and appropriateness of medication therapy through order verification, dispensing, home medication reconciliation, chart review, patient counseling, lab value monitoring and dose/therapy adjustment as applicable. Documents medication related plans and interventions in electronic medical record.
• Oversees the medication dispensing process to ensure accurate and timely delivery of optimal pharmacotherapy to patients. This includes supervision of pharmacy technicians and/or interns who support the role of the pharmacist in the drug delivery system.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

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