Pharmacist in Charge

Description

 Ensures 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.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 preferred

ROLE 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 manner

KNOWLEDGE, 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.