What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Pharmacist position at Childrens Hospital of The King's Daughters?
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Outpatient Pharmacist is responsible for accurately reviewing medication orders and dispensing medications according to regulatory standards under direct departmental supervision. Reports to Pharmacy Operations Manager - Outpatient.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensures safe and effective drug therapy throughout the medication distribution process beginning with the review of physician's orders, accurate preparation of medications and administration of medication to the patient.
- Responds to drug information inquiries from patients and other healthcare professionals.
- Provides oversight and supervision of duties performed by a pharmacy technician and pharmacy interns.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
LICENSES AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Pharmacist (RPh) with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy required at time of hire or must be obtained within four months of hire.
None preferred.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited college or school of pharmacy required at the time of hire.
None preferred.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Pharmacy employees work in or near a clinical patient care environment with minimal exposure to hazards such as excess noise, dust, or extremes in temperature. Minimal or occasional exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common in a healthcare environment. Minimum adverse working conditions related to the proximity and services of the clinical healthcare services
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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