Clinical Pharmacist

Patient & Workplace Safety:

• Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.

Patient Population:

• Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Fills prescriptions in accordance with scope of professional license and ensures proper recordation of drug use including ordering, storage and distribution of pharmaceuticals, including controlled substances.
  * Prepares intravenous admixture solutions, ensuring compatibility and stability of various additives in these specially compounded solutions.
  * Organizes daily operations of assigned dispensing area and closely reviews work of pharmacy interns, technicians and perform the duties as a preceptor for pharmacy students
  * Advises physicians and nurses about drug interactions, incompatibilities, side effects, instructions for drug administration, and the matters pertaining to the optimum use of medications. Resolves any issues pertaining to medication use, clarifying orders, and providing drug information between patient care areas and the Pharmacy Department.
  * Performs MUE (Medical Use Evaluations). Facilities the safe, effective and economic use of drugs in a fiscally responsible manner.
  * Readily accepts challenges and performs assignments utilizing critical thinking skills.
  * Identifies and anticipates issues, takes responsibility for correcting it with a well-thought-out solution.
  * Participates in interviewing & hiring new employees, oversees the orientation & training of new & current employees, provides performance feedback periodically and maintains the documentation necessary to support decisions related to performance.
  * Willingly mentors colleagues, co-workers and students.
  * Reads e-mail daily on scheduled work days.
  * Follows-up on the reporting of Adverse Drug Reactions and assists with the quality improvement activities in the department.
  * Monitors, investigates and responds to customer feedback, modifying office systems as needed.

  All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

  Respect

  I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

  • Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy.

  • Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities.

  Excellence

  I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

  • Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations.

  • Actively pursues learning and self-development.

  • Pays attention to detail; follows through.

  Accountability

  I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

  • Sets a positive, professional example for others.

  • Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them.

  • Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties.

  • Reports to work regularly and on time.

  Teamwork

  I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

  • Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team.

  • Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way.

  • Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions.

  • Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others.

  Ethical Behavior

  I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

  • Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment.

  • Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers.

  Results

  I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

  • Embraces change and improvement in the work environment.

  • Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services.

  • Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles.

  • Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently.