Staff Pharmacist - Pharmacy Job Goldsboro area,North Carolina USA,Healthcare

Overview

Description

This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $10,000 commitment incentive.

The Staff Pharmacist is a member of the health care team whose specific knowledge and professional skills are directed toward the appropriate and effective use of medication in the treatment of the patients' medical problems. The Staff Pharmacist reviews medication orders for appropriateness, dispenses medications, and maintains required documentation. In addition, the Staff Pharmacist will consult with and provide drug information to other members of the hospital to ensure the correct use of medications.

Responsibilities

Reviews and verifies drug orders for appropriateness. Consults with the prescriber if drug therapy appears inappropriate.

Prepares and dispenses all drugs, including refills, for patient use as ordered and as appropriate. Assesses drug therapy for appropriateness prior to medications being dispensed.

Strictly complies with all laws, rules and regulations of the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy governing the dispensation and documentation of drugs dispensed. Adheres to pharmacy policies and procedures relative to drug procurement, processing, preparation, admixture, dispensation, disposition and documentation.

Adheres to the departmental policies and procedures related to controlled substances (i.e., accurate dispensing and documentation of controlled substances). Strictly complies with all federal, North Carolina and the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy laws, rules and regulations governing controlled substances dispensation and documentation.

Provides and documents drug consults as required.

Supervises technicians and checks their work for accuracy and completeness.

Collects and/or reviews data for quality assurance activities.

Maintains and improves pharmaceutical and clinical expertise for self and teammates.

Operates and/or demonstrates competency in the operations of the following pharmacy automation systems:
Pyxis, Logistics, CII Safe, and other medication safety related automation technologies in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Proficient in aseptic technique and admixes IVs/chemotherapy drugs as appropriate and in accordance with USP Chapter and standards.

Performs pharmacokinetic dosing/monitoring and other prescriber generated clinical or drug specific dosing consults as required and as appropriate.

Inspects final products prepared by pharmacy technicians. Responsible for providing supervision, assistance, work assignment and instructions to the pharmacy technicians.

Promotes teamwork and cooperation with teammates to meet the pharmaceutical needs of the patients.

Promotes and adheres to the established behavioral expectations of the department.

Is available and flexible to work varied schedules as required to ensure coverage for the area.

Wayne

Education, Licensure, and Experience

Education Requirements:

B.S. or Pharm.

D. degree from an accredited college/university of pharmacy required.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

Licensed to practice pharmacy in North Carolina or eligible for licensure. May accept a board eligible graduate for up to 120 days prior to licensure.

Professional Experience Requirements:

Licensed to practice pharmacy in North Carolina or eligible for licensure. May accept a board eligible graduate for up to 120 days prior to licensure.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Demonstrated knowledge of clinical pharmacy best practices, policies, procedures and regulations.
Ability to serve as a positive role model who collaborates well with all teammates.
Ability to provide excellent customer service to all patients and teammates.
Innovative thinking, self-initiative, planning and organizational skills required.
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
Proficient with MS Office applications, pharmacy software, and able to learn new software rapidly.
Ability to tolerate latex products and exposure to hazardous drugs.
Ability to stand or walk on uncarpeted floors for duration of shift.
Exhibits knowledge and a basic understanding regarding the age specific needs of neonatal, adolescent, pediatric and geriatric patients.

01.8470.PHAR-543.PHARM

Job Details

Legal

Employer:

Wayne Health

Entity:
Wayne UNC Health Care

Organization Unit:
Pharmacy

Work Type:
Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type:
Onsite

Work Schedule:

Evening Job

Location of Job: WAYNE MED

Exempt From Overtime:
Exempt:
No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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