Pharmacist-Hospital
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Overview:As a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, the Hospital Pharmacist works with providers to determine optimal therapy and dosing of medications while guiding nurses and other clinical staff on administration, interactions, compatibilities, and side effects. The Pharmacist provides safe, accurate and optimal medication regimens throughout the inpatient stay while following all Federal and State regulations.Why UnityPoint Health?Commitment to our Team - We've been named a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. #DBQResponsibilities:Product VerificationEnsures medication being dispensed is accurate and in date.Ensures provider orders are checked for appropriate dosing, interactions, and overall appropriateness.Ensures medications are secure and not accessed by individuals who shouldn't have access.Clinical ServicesProvides accurate admission medication reconciliation.Provides dose adjustments, route changes, and antibiotic recommendations.Participates in groups and or committees relating to medications.Development and EducationEducates patients and staff on medications or medication classes.Provides continuing education within the department to enhance staff knowledge.Participates in the pharmacy college student rotation program.Ensures proper storage, preparation, transport, and disposal of medications within the hospital.Delegates and provide direction to pharmacy technicians in the absence of the Director of Pharmacy.Qualifications:Minimum RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.Preferred or SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the position.Education:Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD from accredited College of PharmacyCompletion of a hospital-based or other applicable residency programExperience:1 year of prior hospital experienceLicense(s)/Certification(s):Current licensure in good standing with the Iowa Board of PharmacyValid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:· Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.· Microsoft Office - basic skills.· Customer/patient focused.· Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.Other:Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.