What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Clinical Specialist position at Phoebe Putney Health System?
Description
JOB SUMMARY
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
JOB SUMMARY
- Responsible for all aspects of pharmaceutical care to include safe and appropriate use, managing selected drug therapies, and the dispensing,compounding, labeling, and storage of pharmaceuticals. Also participates in the education of patients, nurses and Physicians. Pharmacists are responsible for management of daily workflow to include supervision; training and validation of all work performed by Pharmacy Technicians, Clerks,Intern Pharmacists, and newly hired Pharmacists.
- Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
- Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
- Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
- Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
- Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
- Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
- Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
- General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
- May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
- May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
- May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
- Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
- Long-distance or air travel as needed - not to exceed 10% travel.
- May be scheduled as needed including overtime
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Doctorate Degree in Pharm D or B.S. Degree in Pharmacy (Required)
- 3 - 4 years Hospital Pharmacy Experience (Required)
- 1- 2 years ASHP Accredited Hospital Pharmacy Residency Program(s) or Board Certification in related field (Required)
- Required Certifications/Licensures: Current License in the State of Georgia
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Customer Relations
- Mathematical
- Analytical
- Grammar / Spelling
- Read /Comprehend Written Instructions
- Follow Verbal Instructions
- Transcription
- Mechanical
- Basic Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- General Clerical Skills.
- Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
- Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
- Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
- Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)