Clinical Pharmacist

R116438 locations Intermountain Health American Fork Hospital time type Part time posted on Posted 7 Days Ago job requisition id R116438 Job Description: The Clinical Pharmacist demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills to deliver appropriate, safe, efficient, effective, and cost effective pharmaceutical care in the scope of their particular assignment. This position is responsible for the care of patients as well as the development of effective, professional relationships within the multidisciplinary team. This position will work an average of every 4th weekend and 2 holidays per year. Any additional hours are on a PRN basis. This position will be at American Fork Hospital. Oversees and/or participates in assuring appropriate medications are prepared and delivered to care areas in a timely manner, and are stored both securely and in a manner appropriate for both stability and effective workflow. Supervises and mentors technicians and other pharmacy staff working in/with area of responsibility in order to maintain the accuracy and quality of pharmaceutical services. Provides accurate drug information to other health professionals and patients to assure safe and appropriate use of medications. Serves on committees as a resource on drugs and/or pharmacy policies as required. Participates in the multidisciplinary team to provide feasible therapeutic recommendations and alternatives that improve patient drug therapy. This may include drug, dosage form, dose, route, dosage interval and duration. Monitors physician orders to ensure safe, correct, and appropriate use of medications. Monitors, documents and evaluates patient response, drug effects, and adverse medication events. Actively participates in department cost savings initiatives. Monitors pharmaceutical inventory and formulary and exercises strict inventory control through diligent tracking of all substances. Participates in organization surveys (Joint Commission or other applicable regulatory agencies) or audit inspections. Maintains quality in the department through completion of quality control check logs and other quality/clinical documentation. Takes responsibility for assuring quality improvement projects are developed, implemented and completed. Trains and supervises new pharmacy technicians, student-interns, pharmacy students and other supportive staff as needed. Participates and supports the training programs and mentorship of students and residents. Is knowledgeable and compliant with State and Federal laws, regulations, pharmacy policies, procedures and standard operating procedures, formulary and pertinent Clinical Practice Guidelines. Provides professional, engaging customer service to all patients, and healthcare providers with whom they work. Minimum Qualifications Current license as a Pharmacist by state in which one practices. Controlled substance license. Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification Current knowledge of state and federal regulations and statutes regarding the practice of pharmacy and the distribution of approved drugs, controlled substances, and investigational agents. Preferred Qualifications Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy. Three years experience in an institutional pharmacy environment. Physical Requirements: Hearing/listening, manual dexterity, seeing. Anticipated job posting close date: 09/20/2024 Location: Intermountain Health American Fork Hospital Work City: American Fork Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.  $59.86 - $87.98 We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.   As the largest nonprofit health system in the Mountain West, Intermountain Health is dedicated to creating healthier communities and helping our patients and caregivers thrive.     It’s time to think of health in a whole new way, and by partnering with our patients and communities, providing expert care closer to home, and making great health more affordable, we can help more people get and stay well.  We proudly invest back into improving the care we deliver, and our pioneering research is making healthcare more personalized, effective, and affordable.   Serving patients and communities throughout the Mountain West, primarily in Colorado, Utah, Montana, Nevada, Idaho, and Wyoming, Intermountain includes 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group, affiliate networks, homecare, telehealth, health insurance plans, and other services - along with wholly owned subsidiaries including Select Health, Castell, Tellica Imaging, and Classic Air Medical.    Our Caregiver Promise: Together, for the healthiest lives    We celebrate the different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences, and identities our caregivers bring to their work every day at Intermountain.  Across all areas of our integrated health system, we proudly share best practices, knowledge, and techniques to better serve our patients, communities, and each other.    Here, you’ll work alongside collaborative and curious minds who will support you, encourage you, inspire you, advocate for you, and challenge you to be your very best.    Our Values    Our value statements are core to our culture.  They reflect the behavior and attitudes that are important to us, are an agreement for how we treat each other, help us make decisions on how to act, and are a promise of what people can expect from us.    Our action-oriented values, inspired and shaped by our own caregivers, speak to what it means to be part of Intermountain. 

• We are leaders in clinical excellence, delivering safe, best-in-quality care 
• We believe in what we do, living our mission every day 
• We serve with empathy, caring for each caregiver, patient, and member with compassion and respect 
• We are partners in health, collaborating to keep people well 
• We do the right thing, learning and acting with purpose 
• We are better together,building community through teamwork and belonging

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