Staff Pharmacist PRN - Pediatric Outpatient

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides leadership in optimal product preparation and dosing of medications, and provision of patient specific drug information to include patient specific dosing. Aides in the prevention and reporting of medication errors and adverse drug reactions according to policy. Supports quality relationships with health care professionals, families, and patients; and the pharmacist is actively involved in being further educated and providing education in all appropriate ways. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Requirements

LIC-Pharmacist License - Tennessee
Relevant Work Experience
Bachelor's (Required)

Nice To Haves

Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Compliance (Advanced)
Pharmaceutical Computer Literacy (Novice)
Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation & Dispensing (Novice)
Medication Management (Intermediate)
Mentoring & Coaching (Novice)

Responsibilities

Provides leadership in optimal product preparation and dosing of medications, and provision of patient specific drug information to include patient specific dosing.
Aides in the prevention and reporting of medication errors and adverse drug reactions according to policy.
Supports quality relationships with health care professionals, families, and patients; and the pharmacist is actively involved in being further educated and providing education in all appropriate ways.
Retail environment filling discharge prescriptions, completing refills for complex patient populations, setting up mail, and helping families of patients directly.
Clinical component includes evaluating doses and indications with their MAR, submitting prior authorizations, and making interventions with providers directly.
Reviews drug orders and/or prescriptions to ensure the safe, appropriate and cost-effective use of medications.
Provides outstanding patient care by optimizing medication preparation and resolving medication-related problems.
Prepares and dispenses medications, provides drug information and manages medication therapy in accordance with federal, state and local regulations and hospital policy.
Supervises the activities of assigned support personnel and verifying the accuracy and appropriateness of all medications prepared by support personnel prior to dispensing to patients or dispensing to healthcare providers for administration to patients.