What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Pharmacist - Per Diem position at Rochester Regional Health Careers?
Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist
Location: St. Lawrence Hospital– MH Main
(1 Hospital Drive, Massena, NY 13662)
Department: Pharmacy
Hours Per Week: Per Diem, 8 hours shifts
Schedule: Monday-Friday & Weekends (8a-4p)
SUMMARY
As a Clinical Pharmacist, your outstanding pharmaceutical knowledge, paired with your ability to manage staff and liaise with medical providers, leads to optimal patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
Distribution
- Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the hospital medication distribution system and is able to assist system users.
- Able to function independently and without supervision.
- At a minimum, processes work at a rate that meets the needs of the department, the patients, and the institution.
- Demonstrates knowledge of all relevant departmental, organizational, and federal laws, policies, and procedures.
- Performs tasks at a level of accuracy consistent with department expectations.
- Demonstrates the ability to access patient information via system network.
- Trains in the storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous drugs in accordance with standards set by regulatory agencies.
- Ensures that the needed stock is obtained in an emergency.
Clinical Services
- Responds in a timely manner to drug information requests using available references.
- Accurately identifies and prioritizes clinical issues to ensure that the most critical matters are addressed prior to less critical issues.
- Utilize appropriate method of communication for the type of problem. Timely resolution of problems is essential.
- Documents all interventions per department standards.
- Participates in clinical initiatives as defined by department.
Other Responsibilities
- Directs the work of pharmacy technicians to ensure adequate staffing exists.
- Remains current in the field by proactively reading medical and pharmacy literature.
- Apothecary only: perform patient education and counseling, including an assessment of patient comprehension.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college of Pharmacy
- Strong analytical, computer, and communication skills with an excellent attention to detail
Required Licensure/Certification Skills:
- Licensure as a Pharmacist in New York State required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 4 years of pharmacy practice experience in a hospital setting preferred
Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
EDUCATION:
- BS: Pharmacy (Required)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- LPharm - Licensed Pharmacist - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)
PAY RANGE: $57.70 - $79.00
Salary : $58 - $79