Pharmacist (Casual) Community Pharmacy

SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a casual Pharmacist to join our Hospital Community Pharmacy team. This position is casual, no benefits, day and evening rotating shift, and every 3rd weekend.

Purpose of this Position: Responsible for the filling and dispensing of medication orders including the proper handling, usage, and storage of drugs in the pharmacy. Maintains standards set by the department and translates policies and

procedures into the daily operation of the pharmacy. Responsible for acting as an information resource to

patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy and

drug-related information and literature. Plans, organizes, and supervises work schedule of supportive

personnel and pharmacists, as required. Supports the values of the organization by demonstrating

personal responsibility, respect for self and others, innovation through teamwork, dedication to caring, and

excellence in customer service.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Verifies, prepares, compounds and accurately dispenses medications

Responsible for interpretation of physician medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness, informing them of any errors, omissions, or discrepancies and, based on an evaluation of the patient's condition, suggests appropriate or alternate drug therapy to the physician

Responsible for maintaining accurate and proper patient medication profiles, monitoring to insure the proper choice of drug, dosage form, strength, length of therapy and interaction potential of the prescribed drug

Monitors patient reactions to drug therapy

Responsible for the dispensing, control and record keeping of all controlled substances

Serves as information resource person to medical personnel

Responsible for counseling of patients about their prescriptions

Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of, and conforming to legal requirements, department policies and procedures concerning the distribution of drugs, as well as good working knowledge of recent developments in the field of pharmacy

Assumes "charge pharmacist" responsibilities as required, for the coordination of pharmacists and supportive personnel, assigning work and delegating tasks and responsibilities, and for handling problems that arise during the absence or unavailability of the manager

Responsible for conducting in-service education lectures for medical staff, nurses, pharmacists, students, and other health care personnel regarding drugs, procedures, and policies

Supports and assists the pharmacist supervisors, managers and directors to integrate departmental and organizational goals into department’s activities

Provide continuous, patient specific assessment of the pharmacotherapy needs of a patient population, making real time interventions with the medical staff and nursing staff to facilitate optimal drug therapy and facilitate the provision of other pharmacy services

Be able to critically evaluate and interpret medical information when providing specific information to physicians

Assists in supervising and training pharmacy technicians, pharmacy interns and support staff

May precept Fellows, Residents or PharmD student rotations

Performs related work as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from college with a degree in Pharmacy

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree or enrollment in advanced degree program

Minimum of one year experience as a registered pharmacist in a hospital setting

ASHP accredited residency

Board certification or advanced credentials in area of practice

ASHP PGY-2 in areas that require additional specialized training (critical care, emergency medicine, antimicrobial stewardship, infectious diseases, etc.)

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

Excellent problem-solving & communication skills (verbal & written)

Must be a self-starter, able to work under pressure and be flexible in setting priorities

Ability to do accurate, detailed analysis of complex information and issues is essential

Possess extremely strong customer service orientation

Effectively interacts with team members and other departments

Adaptable to changing priorities, tasks, and work schedules to meet customer service standards

License/ Certifications:

Possession of a valid license to practice pharmacy in the State of Minnesota