Sterile Compounding Coordinator, Pharmacist

Denver Health • Denver, CO

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About The Position

We are recruiting for a motivated Sterile Compounding Coordinator, Pharmacist to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Acute Care Pharmacy Job Summary The Pharmacist Program Coordinator, under minimal supervision, is responsible for the coordination of activities and processes designed to provide efficient and appropriate pharmacy program services system-wide. Activities include pharmacy program development, maintenance, and growth; monitoring program metrics for sustainability, quality, and compliance; serving as the primary resource for staff on program-specific issues; and coordination of pharmacy functions with pharmacy leadership and other departments/sections to ensure optimal patient care and interdepartmental communication. Ensures pharmacy staff is provided appropriate program training, education, and competencies. Ensures compliance with all Federal and State regulations, and departmental policies. Develops and implements sustainable policies and procedures and provides staffing support as necessary.

Requirements

• Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate Program Pharm.D. required
• 1-3 years Three (3) year of pharmacist experience, required
• PHA-Licensed Pharmacist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to interact with other members of the healthcare team and with pharmacy leadership
• Strong organizational skills
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of pharmacy
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacy related state and federal laws
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail
• Ability to demonstrate sound problem solving/decision making skills with practical, efficient, economical, and reasonable solutions
• Broad pharmacotherapy knowledge for managing patient medication therapy needs
• Ability to provide input into the vision and development of pharmacy services
• Proficiency with Microsoft® Office required

Nice To Haves

• 4-6 years Five (5) years of pharmacist experience, preferred
• BCPS-Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties
• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
• PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
• Proficiency with electronic health record software, Epic preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordination of pharmacy program functions system-wide to ensure the program is performing as designed and intended.
• Coordinates and works with pharmacy leadership and other hospital/clinic colleagues (e.g. physician, nursing, ancillary staff, etc.) to assist in defining policies and procedures governing daily pharmacy program practice in compliance with all applicable regulatory standards, and state and federal laws.
• Develops, maintains, and grows the pharmacy program via evidence-based best practice and metrics that support and demonstrate program sustainability, quality, and compliance.
• Is responsible for program audit-readiness for all overseeing regulatory bodies, including but not limited to The Joint Commission, the Colorado Board of Pharmacy, and the American Society of Health System Pharmacists.
• Follows all applicable departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
• Attends or participates in other programs, committees, inservice meetings and functions required by the pharmacy department.
• Delivers positive customer service and escalates customer and employee issues/complaints to the appropriate supervisor in a timely fashion.
• Promotes positive interpersonal (customer) relationships with peers, providers and leadership. Treats these individuals with courtesy, dignity, empathy, trust, and respect; consistently displays courteous and respectful verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Assists leadership in setting and communicating clear program expectations for staff by developing job specific expectations and behaviors for each position supporting the program.
• Identifies program training and staff development needs of employees and ensures appropriate training and competencies are provided in relation to the program.
• Initiates formal/informal activities with employees to develop departmental cohesion and collegiality.
• Actively identifies problems and opportunities for improvement; identifies appropriate solution and involves others in the implementation process.
• Ensures all legal and professional pharmacy requirements are adhered to and appropriate documentation is maintained.
• Interprets, verifies, and clarifies orders for all types of medications as needed.
• Oversees preparation of compounded medications and ensures all record keeping requirements are maintained per board of pharmacy rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree