Pharmacist

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pharmacist to join our team at Brown University Health. As a Pharmacist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications in our hospital setting.

Responsibilities:

• Fill orders with accuracy and attention to detail
• Check technician-prepared products before release to ensure quality and safety
• Maintain the security of the pharmacy and controlled substances
• Enter orders and patient information with accuracy and attention to detail
• Aid in the training of new staff members
• Update the Director on the daily activities of the pharmacy
• Aid the Director in maintaining the operations of the pharmacy
• Enters correct charges for all medications
• Enters correct medication information, including description, strength, route, expiration date, and start/stop dates
• Enters mg/kg dosing for pediatric/neonatal patients and refers all pediatric orders for double-check
• Corrects all orders that are entered in error or may be misunderstood
• Posts debits/credits accurately
• Follows all ATS conversions based on substitutions approved by the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
• Maintains order entry error rate
• Completes work assignments within an acceptable time frame
• Generates required reports
• Alerts the Director of any problems with system software or hardware
• Assists technicians in performing technical tasks
• Accurately completes IV process
• Maintains aseptic technique
• Recycles products as appropriate
• Labels containers accurately, including auxiliary labels
• Prioritizes workload
• Assists technicians in restocking shelves and rotating stock
• Disposes of all waste properly
• Checks technician-prepared products prior to release
• Enters correct patient data for all TPNs via the intranet
• Clarifies all TPN orders prior to order entry
• Performs all calculations and worksheets for chemotherapy
• Completes all documentation and double-checks
• Takes required protective measures and ensures that technicians take all required protective measures
• Disposes of chemotherapy waste properly
• Prepares and dispenses drug products throughout the hospital (or directly supervises qualified pharmacy technicians in these functions)
• Ensures the appropriateness of drug dose and frequency for each medication ordered before dispensing
• Clarifies any ambiguities with prescribers
• Reviews all physician orders for appropriateness
• Prepares labels and dispenses all drug products using appropriate technique
• Fills all orders with correct medication
• Checks support staff accuracy prior to medication delivery
• Prioritizes work
• Checks all medications for delivery to nursing floors in a timely fashion
• Oversees daily technician activities to maintain an effective workflow
• Maintains records as required by law to document drug transactions within the Pharmacy and throughout the hospital
• Initiates and terminates controlled drug sign-out sheets correctly
• Accurately completes controlled substance logs and paperwork
• Maintains required continuing education and provides copies to management
• Checks that all batch logs are completed accurately
• Follows non-formulary drug procedures
• Completes medication error reports as needed
• Orders medications when stock is low
• Loans and borrows medications per policy
• Safely uses departmental equipment
• Disposes of waste in the proper containers
• Locates MSDS sheets, disaster manual, safety manual, Infection Control P&P, etc.
• Demonstrates fire safety verbally
• Checks expiration dates of all medications
• Assists in training of new staff
• Helps in other areas of the pharmacy as needed
• Is able to refill, check, and bill Emergency Med Carts, TPA kits, etc.
• Maintains security of the pharmacy
• Maintains security of controlled substances
• Supervises activities of support staff effectively
• Provides Director with feedback regarding activities of support staff
• Works with other pharmacists and technicians to settle work priority disputes
• Reviews patient profile to ensure appropriate and safe drug therapy
• Enters and reviews all orders completely and accurately
• No therapeutic duplication
• Prevents significant drug interactions
• Prevents avoidable ADR secondary to Allergies
• Updates allergies on order entry
• Medication ordered is appropriate for patient height, weight, age, renal function, and disease state
• Serves as a hospital resource for drug information, including indications, doses, routes, side effects, adverse reactions, drug interactions, pharmacokinetics, and product availability
• Participates in drug inventory control through formulary management, performing therapeutic interchanges per policy, and purchasing
• Responsible for maintaining the pharmaceutical quality assurance standards
• Provides assistance to the Director of Pharmacy in joining specified committees and participating in activities of the hospital when requested
• Provides input/suggestions to improve the pharmaceutical services provided
• Familiar with and follows Federal and State laws regarding the profession of pharmacy
• Understands pharmaceutical and chemical procedures and techniques and weights and measures in all systems
• Understands the role of the pharmacy department in the hospital and its relationship with other departments
• Generates reports and completes all clinical functions related to reports, such as Renal dosing, IV to PO, Anesthesia audits, and any other pertinent reports
• Informs oncoming shift of patients or issues requiring monitoring or follow-up
• Drug Information
• Keep current on new drugs and know where to access information
• Continuously assesses and improves the performance of care and services provided
• Offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns
• Uses systematic methods to improve services, plan changes, and evaluate outcomes
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving techniques and promotes same in others
• Maintains awareness, actively supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the hospital and department
• Completes special projects on time
• Willingness to participate and complete other duties as assigned or requested
• Part of a team effort to ensure quality and safe services
• Produces quality results
• Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed
• Knows and follows Joint Commission guidelines

Requirements:

• One to two years of hospital pharmacy experience preferred
• Hospital pharmacy residency preferred
• Very good drug knowledge base, including pharmacokinetics, dosing, and nutritional support
• Working computer knowledge
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and handle stress appropriately
• Ability to work cooperatively with other members of hospital and pharmacy staff
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule
• Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond to client concerns
• Fosters a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
• Ability to make decisions independently

Education:

• Graduate of a college of pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE)
• Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred
• Current MA Pharmacist License in good standing

Location:

Morton Hospital

USA:

MA

Taunton

Work Type:

Full Time

Shift:

Shift 4

Union:

MNA