Pharmacist

WASHINGTON COUNTY HOSPITAL AND CLINICS • Washington, IA

25d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing accurate, safe, efficient and cost-effective drug distribution, and pharmaceutical care services, either directly or indirectly, to the patients of the pharmacy through the efforts of supportive staff.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of pharmacy with active pharmacist license in the state of Iowa.
• Obtain and maintain current certification required by the department to ensure abilities to deliver specialized services, such as Basic Cardiac Life Support, Immunization certification.
• Maintain current knowledge of State and Federal regulations and statutes regarding the practice of pharmacy and the distribution of approved drugs, controlled substances and investigational agents; conducts personal practice in accordance with those requirements.
• BLS certification or obtain within 30 days of hire
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and excellent customer service.
• Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Maintain professional technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, efficient and appropriate pharmaceutical distribution services to patients by properly interpreting physicians’ drug orders and dispensing the appropriate medications.
• Review patient medical and pharmaceutical records and monitors for efficient drug therapy, drug interaction, adverse drug reactions, contraindication, allergies, and sensitivities.
• Develop and demonstrate commitment to the self-directed development of clinical pharmacy practice skills under guidelines of the departmental staff development programs through identification of personal education goals and objectives.
• Administer immunizations.
• Communicate directly with both physicians and nurses regarding questions concerning patient drug therapy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees