Pharmacist, Outpatient

4 months ago

Chicago, United States The University of Chicago Medicine Full time

Job Description:

Join University of Chicago Medicine, as a Staff Pharmacist in the Outpatient Pharmacy.

In this role as a Staff Pharmacist, you will assume responsibility and accountability for the provision of safe, effective, and prompt medication therapy. You will provide clinical and distributive pharmacy services for patients receiving treatment within his/her assigned area. Pharmacists are aligned with a medical service or group of patients based on a geographical area within the University of Chicago hospitals. Actively participates in related education and research activities.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Supervises pharmacy technicians working under their direction to provide the following and assure completion of:
    • Preparation of prescription orders
    • Triaging the order of the department workflow as required
    • New or refill prescription order entry
    • Checking medications on shelves for current dating.
    • Checking for expired medications, refrigerator checks, and other responsibilities
  • Ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of all medication orders by evaluating drug selection, dose, frequency, safety, dosage form, allergies, drug interactions, and disease state interactions prior to dispensing of medications.
  • Ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of all medication orders prior to dispensing by evaluating patient information including (but not limited to) age, weight, relevant medical characteristics, and laboratory results.
  • Demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of assigned patients.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the patients life span and assess data reflective of the patients status.
  • Identify service requirements by interaction and consultation with patients, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and technicians.
  • Ensuring that all weight-based medication regimens are appropriate for individual patients based on disease, organ function, height and weight, body surface area calculations, age, etc. Exercises professional judgment in evaluating the safety and efficacy of all medication orders written for this patient population.
  • Document clinical interventions which prevent or eliminate drug-related problems (i.e. Adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, etc.) or promote cost-effective drug therapy.
  • Provide consultation for assigned patient populations and as requested by the medical staff. Educate patients on safe and effective use of medications, possible side effects of their medications, the management of these side effects and proper disposal of medications.
  • Clarify and solve problems concerning medication orders with prescribing physicians, suggest alternative medication therapies to physicians when appropriate, sere as a source of information for investigational drug information for health professionals.
  • Maintain and enhance up-to-date professional knowledge of drug and drug therapy by attending educational meetings and reviewing relevant professional journals and suggested readings.
  • Performs other duties as requested by senior management.
  • Assist in the orientation and training of new personnel.

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy or another advanced degree preferred.
  • Registered pharmacists in the state of Illinois or eligible for same.
  • Two to five years of retail/outpatient pharmacy experience preferred. Exceptional aptitude or knowledge may be considered in lieu of experience.
  • Knowledge of contemporary retail/outpatient pharmacy/clinical practice and service. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to interact constructively with supervisors, peers, support personnel, and students. Knowledge and understanding of retail/outpatient pharmacy operations.
  • Ability to integrate clinical services, distributive services, education, and research activities

Position Details:

  • Job Type/FTE: Staff Pharmacist- Outpatient
  • Shift: Rotate (1.0 FTE)
  • Work Location: Hyde Park
  • Unit/Department: Outpatient Pharmacy
  • CBA Code: Non - Union
Why Join Us:

Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:?UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.? We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

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