PD Pharmacist (PRN/Days)

Kindred Healthcare•Northlake, IL

2d•$53 - $79•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacist works in collaboration with the Director of Pharmacy to compound and dispense medications and pharmaceutical supplies according to standard procedures and written physician prescriptions. The role supports hospital performance improvement, advises Administration, Medical Staff, and hospital staff on quality, regulatory, and risk issues, and serves as a consultant to clinical and Medical Staff. The Pharmacist assists the Director in coordinating Pharmacy activities, interprets medication orders, and practices in accordance with legal, ethical, and professional standards. The role supervises technical support staff and assists with clinical, quality management, and education programs. It provides support for patient care across the adult and geriatric populations served by the hospital. The Pharmacist maintains and shares drug information, provides education and consultation, reviews patient profiles for safe and appropriate drug therapy, and ensures accurate preparation and release of medications. Duties include prioritizing orders, supporting aseptic compounding and pharmacokinetic dosing, maintaining pharmacy and controlled-substance security, and guiding Pharmacy personnel. The position is PRN and day-shift; the stated pay range is $52.84–$78.52 per hour.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a Pharmacist degree.
Current state license in good standing.
BCLS certification.
At least three months of pharmacy experience.
Working knowledge of OSHA, JCAHO, HCFA, and state guidelines.
Experience facilitating teams.
Experience writing policies and procedures.
Basic understanding of computer use in prescription-order processing and minimum word-processing skills.
Self-motivated and self-directed, with excellent organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to organize meetings and inspections.
Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Good and regular attendance.
Competence in the range of treatment needed for adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

Participate in maintaining and disseminating drug information through in-service education and consultation with patients, hospital personnel, and medical staff.
Assist other Pharmacists and Technicians with routine duties as needed; direct Pharmacy personnel and provide professional and technical guidance.
Provide therapeutic and drug information to patients and health professionals using professional judgment.
Enter a minimum of 40 orders per four-hour shift.
Generate required reports, including Pick I.V. and Production reports, and perform backup procedures correctly.
Assist Technicians with technical tasks and maintain aseptic techniques.
Check Technician-prepared products and support staff accuracy before medication release; ensure required I.V. refrigerator temperature and hood-cleaning logs are maintained.
Fill orders accurately, prepare unit-of-use doses when possible, and prioritize STAT, Now, Waiting, and fill-on-arrival orders.
Review patient profiles to ensure appropriate and safe drug therapy, including checking for duplication, interactions, allergies, and suitability based on patient height, weight, age, renal function, and disease state.
Provide pharmacokinetic dosing services, including assessing dosing and drug levels, modifying doses, and writing progress notes according to protocol.
Calculate fluid, electrolyte, and calorie needs; assess formulation appropriateness and clarify controversial orders with physicians.
Keep current on new drugs; add additives in the proper sequence; maintain accurate syringe and vial counts; label containers accurately and complete packaging.
Maintain Pharmacy and controlled-substance security and inform staff of pending problems or physical call-backs.
Keep the Director informed of workload status.
Assist with clinical, quality management, and education programs, and participate in hospital Performance Improvement plans.
Consult with and advise Administration, Medical Staff, and hospital staff on quality, regulatory, and risk issues.
Support patient care for adult and geriatric patients.