Travel Contract - Pharmacist

Job Title :    Local Contract – Pharmacist

N umber of positions :  2

Years of experience :   One to three years

Shift :   Day shifts– 40 hours

Duration :  13 weeks

Start Date :   Varies

JOB DESCRIPTION ​ ​​

Summary

Department :  Pharmacy

Shift timings :   08 : 00-16 : 30 Monday to Friday (5 Days / 8 Hours)

Per Week : 40 Hours.

13 weeks 36 hrs / wk, open to PT 8a-4 : 30p Every third weekend

Responsibilities

• Review and assess medication orders to identify, prevent and resolve potential and actual drug related problems.
• Recommend formulary alternatives when appropriate.
• Compound and dispense medications for accurate delivery to patients.
• Provide drug information and education to medical staff and patients.
• Communicate with physicians and other clinicians as necessary to facilitate care.
• Oversee technical personnel who assist in the preparation, maintenance, and dispensing of medications and supplies.
• Assist with academic functions such as serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students.
• May float to provide coverage of pharmacy needs.
• Provide patient counseling efficiently and effectively when required.

Qualifications

Acute Care experience required.

BLS and ACLS

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

The ability to stand for extended periods.

Strong technical skills.

Knowledge of medical terminology

Passionate about patient care

Requires a minimum of two years of current Pharmacist experience.

Graduate from a fully accredited Pharmacist program

Active unencumbered Pharmacist Iowa state license

One year of Cerner experience

Requirements

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED :

Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.

Participates in relevant continuing education programs.

Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.

Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.

A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.

Effective interpersonal / communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.