Pharmacist, Casual

Job DescriptionPharmacist, Casual - Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy (251231)We are currently seeking a **Pharmacist** to join our Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy team. This position is casual, no benefits, day/evening rotating shifts and every 4th weekend. **Purpose of this position:** Works collaboratively with the patient and care team to ensure medications are indicated, effective, safe, and patients are adherent with therapy. Maintains standards set by the department and translates policies and procedures into the daily operation of the pharmacy and ambulatory clinic. Responsible for acting as an information resource to patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy and drug-related information and literature. Plans and organizes work schedule of supportive personnel (ex. interns, students) and pharmacists, as required.**RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Verifies, prepares, compounds and accurately dispenses medications* Responsible for interpretation of physician medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness, informing them of any errors, omissions, or discrepancies and, based on an evaluation of the patient's condition, suggests appropriate or alternate drug therapy to the physician* Responsible for maintaining accurate and proper patient medication profiles, monitoring to insure the proper choice of drug, dosage form, strength, length of therapy and interaction potential of the prescribed drug* Monitors patient reactions to drug therapy* Responsible for the dispensing, control and record keeping of all controlled substances* Serves as information resource person to medical personnel* Responsible for counseling of patients about their prescriptions* Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of, and conforming to legal requirements, department policies and procedures concerning the distribution of drugs, as well as good working knowledge of recent developments in the field of pharmacy* Assumes "charge pharmacist" responsibilities as required, for the coordination of pharmacists and supportive personnel, assigning work and delegating tasks and responsibilities, and for handling problems that arise during the absence or unavailability of the manager* Responsible for conducting in-service education lectures for medical staff, nurses, pharmacists, students, and other health care personnel regarding drugs, procedures, and policies* Supports and assists the pharmacist supervisors, managers and directors to integrate departmental and organizational goals into departments activities* Provide continuous, patient specific assessment of the pharmacotherapy needs of a patient population, making real time interventions with the medical staff and nursing staff to facilitate optimal drug therapy and facilitate the provision of other pharmacy services* Be able to critically evaluate and interpret medical information when providing specific information to physicians* Assists in supervising and training pharmacy technicians, pharmacy interns and support staff* May precept Fellows, Residents or PharmD student rotations* Performs related work as required***Minimum Qualifications:**** Graduation from college with a degree in Pharmacy***Preferred Qualifications:**** Advanced degree or enrollment in advanced degree program* Minimum of one year experience as a registered pharmacist in a hospital setting* ASHP accredited residency* Board certification or advanced credentials in area of practice* ASHP PGY-2 in areas that require additional specialized training (critical care, emergency medicine, antimicrobial stewardship, infectious diseases, etc.)***Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:**** Excellent problem-solving and communication skills (verbal & written)* Ability to work under pressure and be flexible in setting priorities* Ability to do accurate, detailed analysis of complex information and issues is essential* Extremely strong customer service orientation* Ability to effectively interact with team members and other departments* Adaptable to changing priorities, tasks, and work schedules to meet customer service standards***License/Certifications:**** Possession of a valid license to practice pharmacy in the State of Minnesota**QUALIFICATIONS:**You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing **Equal Employment Opportunities** to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer. * We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.* We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement *(Available **ONLY** for benefit eligible positions)*.* For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.## Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown CampusEligible for Benefits: No #J-18808-Ljbffr