Location: Urbana,OH, USA
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.PRN - Urbana(Every 4th weekend DaysPrimary Function/General Purpose of PositionThe Pharmacist performs medication management activities to ensure safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. The Pharmacist maintains established departmental policies and procedures and complies with department objectives.Essential Job Functions Process orders and provide medication review for appropriateness, safety and efficacy during order processing and perform any necessary clinical support duties as neededEnsure accurate preparation of compounded and non-compounded products to include safe handling that is consistent with regulationsOversee distributive functions of the pharmacy department to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability to patients/staffOversee pharmacy technicians and support personnel activities based on department needMaintain responsibility and accountability for the security of pharmacy inventory based on department needIdentify, document, and resolve potential and actual adverse medication events and may evaluate reports in event reporting system for trending and prevention purposesPerform medication education to improve patient understanding and adherence consistent with department guidanceWork collaboratively and effectively to communicate verbally and in writing with pharmacy team members, healthcare providers, patients, caregivers, and leadersParticipate in departmental medication safety, quality assurance, drug utilization reviews, drug dosing, infection prevention, student precepting and other activities based on department needThis document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationMaintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)Valid state issued ID (required)BLS Basic Life Support (preferred)Immunization Certified (preferred)EducationGraduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)Work ExperienceExperience in field of pharmacy practice (required)One year of experience in field of pharmacy practice (preferred)TrainingExhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)LanguageNonePatient PopulationDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.Neonates (0-4 weeks)Infant (1-12 months)Pediatrics (1-12 years)Adolescents (13-17 years)Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics (65 years and older)Working ConditionsPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.General office environment.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*May have periods of constant interruptions.Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.Prolonged periods of working alone.* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.Physical RequirementsPhysical DemandsFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) XLifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) XPush/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) XPush/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) XStoop, Kneel XCrawling XClimbing XBalance XBending XWork PositionFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Sitting XWalking XStanding XAdditional Physical Requirements/HazardsPhysical RequirementsManual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workHear alarms/telephone/audio recordingsReach above shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityAcuity – farAcuity – nearHazardsDepth perceptionUse of Latex productsExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumesSkillsPrepare medication products consistent with practice site requirementsHandle hazardous drugsKnowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automationComputer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databasesCore knowledge of medications, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and costRegulatory complianceDevelop SMART goals and objectivesProvide medication educationTeamworkAttention to detailCritical thinkingCustomer service for internal and external customersCommunicationCoaching and mentoringOrganizationStress managementMany of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 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