Pharmacist in Charge

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionEnsures hospital compliance with regulations from the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, CMS, and survey guidelines from CIHQ. Interprets physician prescriptions and medication orders. Acts as a drug information resource to patients, medical staff, nursing staff and ancillary department staff. Dispenses prescribed medications and other pharmaceuticals for patient care by performing the related duties.RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS•Bachelor of Science degree or PharmD from ACPE accredited school of pharmacy•Licensure by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy is required•One (1) year of experience in a hospital setting preferred•Previous supervisory experience preferredROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES•Performs job responsibilities in accordance with organization and departmental policies, procedures, performance improvement objectives, environmental and infection control standards, as well as state and federal laws and regulations•Performs computer order entry in accurate, thorough and timely manner. Reviews and updates medication profiles and is cognizant of patient charges•Reviews medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness, duplications, interactions, overall effectiveness and safety. Seeks clarification if necessary and documents interventions.•Participates in cost effective use and selection of pharmaceuticals.•Communicates drug information to physicians, nurses, etc. in courteous and professional manner.•Assist in patient and family education and counseling regarding drug therapy and side effects•Documents clinical activities, demonstrating cost savings.•Conveys key information required for follow-by fellow pharmacists•Manages technicians and other supportive personnel•Delegates appropriate and reasonable tasks and validates accuracy of floor stock replacements, cart fills and other drug doses dispensed from pharmacy•Audits and signs out all controlled substances in accordance with state and federal guidelines and organizational policies. •Investigates and corrects discrepancies and unusual usage patterns and trends•Participates in clinical program•Leads P&T initiatives and prepares pertinent P&T reports•Monitors target drugs for protocol discontinue, substitution, IV to PO, etc.•Collects applicable data and measures and communicates opportunities for improvement•Performs therapeutic monitoring of specified drug therapies and recommends dosage adjustments as needed based on renal function evaluation and pharmacokinetic calculations•Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of licensure.PROFESSIONAL AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS •Support CMH's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy•Adhere to the CMH Compliance Program•Assures/maintains compliance with all accreditations, statutory and regulatory standards at the local, state, and federal levels •Comply with all organizational policies •Demonstrate outstanding customer service/advocacy, professionalism and integrity•Willingness to adapt to change and support new technologies as well as policies and procedures in a positive mannerKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES•Proven management skills and discipline in work planning, estimating, resource planning, risk assessment, scope and issue management with complex projects•Knowledge of health care accounting, finance and reimbursement principles.•Strong leadership skills and experience influencing at senior levels in an organization.•Excellent time management, collaboration, prioritization and problem-solving skills•Proficiency with computer skills including Microsoft Office applications PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS•Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions•Light lifting 11-20 lbs.•Conditions include working inside; around machines, radiant and electrical energy; working closely with others or working alone; working protracted or irregular hours. •Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing•Mental demands include alertness, analytic ability, memory, concentration, judgment, initiative, precision, creativity and communication.