Specialty Staff Pharmacist - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health•Eatontown, NJ

38d

About The Position

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. Responsible for Pharmacy operations at Specialty Pharmacy including fulfillment, compliance with state and federal regulations, strategic planning, inventory control, third party billing and customer service.

Requirements

Bachelor`s degree
At least three (3) years of previously effective pharmacy experience in Hospital, Retail, or Specialty Pharmacy.
Must be comfortable using multiple software programs.
Strong verbal and communication skills.
Must be organized and possess effective time management skills.
Registered Pharmacist License.

Nice To Haves

PharmD
Specialty Pharmacy
Epic/Willow Ambulatory
Board Certified and/or Certified Specialty Pharmacist

Responsibilities

Function of Staff Pharmacista. Processing medication ordersb. Reviewing patient medication histories as neededc. Reviewing patient medication profilesd. Determining alternatives for achieving outcomese. Educating patients on drug therapy Monitoring patient outcomesf. Monitoring potential adverse drug reactions, drug-drug, and drug-food interactionsg. Verifies and supervises all technician duties for accuracy, quality, and timeliness, including computer profile order verification/order entry, prescription processing, billings, and all drug handling procedures.h. Maintain documentation and control of controlled substances including ordering and destruction as defined by policy and applicable regulationsi. Participates in department projects or committees where neededj. Act as a key drug information resource to physicians, nurses, and patients
Responsible for assisting pharmacy manager with all pharmacy site operationsa. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations governing the practice of pharmacyb. Participate in the system wide budgeting process. Responsible for input and implementation of site budgetsc. Accountable for appropriate scheduling to meet patient/customer needsd. Accountable for maintaining site inventory control at acceptable levels
Participate in developing regional strategic planning and integration effortsa. Responsible for local implementation of system wide quality assurance, error reduction and customer satisfaction programs
Work with the specialty pharmacy manager and clinical team to develop and implement regional marketing efforts
Serve as the local liaison between pharmacy, the community at large, payers, other professionals and other HMH SPECIALTY PHARMACY entities
Assist in managing and supervising pharmacy staff a. Provide leadership, mentoring and development opportunities for staff and establish goals, projects and initiativesb. Oversee the productivity level of staff to maximize efficiency, assure adequate and appropriate staffing levels, and control costsc. Maintains routine workflow, integrating non-routine work and relays information as necessaryd. Assist Pharmacy Manager to oversee recruit/interview/hire staff. Ensure ongoing education of current staff. Identify training needs of personnel, develop and coordinate with the training department, and conduct training where applicablee. Utilize certified technician staff appropriately to support the overall goals of HMH Specialty Pharmacyf. Participates in the instruction and supervision of technician externs and pharmacist interns
Demonstrates Commitment to Customersa. Is aware of different customer needs/desiresb. Takes action to meet customer needs/desires with respect to customer diversityc. Helps improve processes to meet customer needsd. Suggests and acts on ideas to improve overall customer servicee. Respects confidentiality and shares information with only those that need to knowf. department
Demonstrates Commitment to Fellow Team Membersa. Seeks to understand and value differences between team membersb. Treats other team members with dignity and respect.c. Demonstrates open, honest communication and behaviord. Resolves conflict in a positive mannere. Contributes to the productivity of the workgroup
Complies with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code.
Other duties as assigned