Pharmacist

*This position will also cross-train to the Hospital Pharmacy

This is not a union position.

JOB SUMMARY

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

·         Reviews prescriptions issued by physicians or other authorized prescribers to assure accuracy and determines formulas and ingredients      needed.

·         Monitors all posting onto the patient profiles in order that accuracy, drug allergies, drug interactions, duplicate therapy, rational drug therapy and incompatibilities may be realized and better patient care received.

·         Checks patient medication cassettes prior to delivery to patient care areas to ascertain that the correct drug, dosage form, schedule and strength is being dispensed.

·         Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

·         Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.

·         Prepares IV admixtures and extemporaneous parenteral products under aseptic conditions.

·         Directs Pharmacy Department staff engaged in admixing, packaging and labeling pharmaceuticals.

·         Answers questions and provides information to physicians, nurses, patients and other healthcare professionals on the appropriate use of medications, drug interactions, side effects, dosage, storage, etc.

·         Assists in teaching programs (departmental, medical, nursing, community).

·         Endorses policies and procedures of the department and of the hospital.

·         Ensures the maintenance and proper operation of equipment and supplies in the work areas.

·         Maintains established procedures concerning quality control, security of controlled substances and disposal of hazardous waste.

·         Enters data into the computer system (Pharmacy program), such as patient, prescribed medications and cost, and maintains patient profiles and charge system.

·         Instructs students and other medical staff on matters pertaining to the Pharmacy Department.

·         Reviews and monitors drug therapy that requires dosing adjustments as authorized by the physician.

·         Provides pharmaceutical care to all ages of patients from newborns to the elderly.  Understands that there are dosage variations between newborn, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients, and knows where to find appropriate information.

·         Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.  Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

·         Supervises at least one to two (1-2) members of the Pharmacy Department staff on a daily basis.

·         Assists the Pharmacy Director with responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s mission, policy and any applicable laws.

·         Interviews and assists in the hiring process, trains staff, plans, assigns and directs work, addresses complaints and resolves problems.

·         Demonstrates ability to read, analyze and interpret pharmacy-related journals.

·         Demonstrates ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the hospital staff.

·         Demonstrates ability to write articles for publication and ability to effectively present information to management, medical staff, hospital staff and public groups.

·         Demonstrates ability apply necessary advanced mathematical concepts, such as exponents and logarithms.

·         Demonstrates ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as dosage calculations, formulation of pharmaceutical preparations and data analysis.

·         Demonstrates ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.  Demonstrates ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract variables.

·         Ensures that pharmaceutical preparations are sterile, properly packaged, labeled and stored, and not outdated.

·         Certifies the skills of the compounding staff.

·         Maintains air quality check records.

·         Ensures compliance with USP <797>.

·         Perform related duties as assigned by management.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

·         Actively checks and responds to emails throughout the day.

·         Completes all mandatory education within given time-frame.

·         Maintains regulatory requirements.

·         Reports to work on time and as scheduled.

·         Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly.

·         Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community.

·         Attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled.

·         Attends at least 75% of staff meetings; reviews all monthly staff meeting minutes.

·         Actively participates in the department’s quality improvement (QI) activities.

·         Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices and the employee handbook.

·         Communicates the mission, vision and values of the organization as well as the focus of the department.

·         Meets dress code standards for the department; appearance is neat and clean.

·         All Ferry County Health employees are required to maintain confidentiality in accordance with organizational policy, state and federal regulations, including not but limited to, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). 

JOB KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

·         Doctorate of Pharmacy degree or Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent.

·         Graduated from an accredited School of Pharmacy.

·         Current Pharmacist certification or licensure in the State of Washington.

·         Education in all age groups ranging from newborn to the geriatric population obtained either in school education or subsequent training.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL AND / OR MENTAL DEMANDS

The attached Work Environment & Physical Demands addendum indicates the physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. *Please reach out to HR for a full list. 

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

The Standards of Behavior were developed to reflect Ferry County Health’s commitment to excellent community healthcare. The employee’s commitment to practice these Standards of Behavior will promote an optimal environment of care and foster a positive work environment. Every employee is responsible for and must follow the Standards of Behavior.

THE ORGANIZATION

Ferry County Memorial Hospital (dba Ferry County Health) was established in Republic, Washington in 1945 and moved to its present facility in June of 1974. Until 1989, the Hospital was operated by the Ferry County Hospital Association, a private group composed of members of the community.

Ferry County Health is dedicated to improving health and saving lives in our community. Ferry County’s Mission Statement is: To strengthen the health and well-being of our community through partnership and trust.

Ferry County Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary : $58 - $75