Informatics Pharmacist

The Informatics Pharmacist uses knowledge of Information Technology systems and the medication-use process to improve patient care by supporting technologies that increase patient safety and more cost-effective medication use. This role includes automation and technology systems management, project management, and training and education. The Informatics Pharmacist supports multiple stakeholders as the resource for requests related to pharmacy system changes.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Collaborates with pharmacy and informatics to implement, integrate, and maintain evidence-based and regulatory clinical/operational pharmacy services standards.
• Provides professional consultative oversight to the maintenance, upgrading, evaluation, and implementation of pharmacy computer software systems and automation.
• Supports pharmacy information software applications and pharmacy automation.
• Manages and leads the pharmacy’s informatics and technology/automation enhancement initiatives:
• Coordinates and manages the implications of automation and technology associated with the medication use process.
• Ensures integration, standardization, and maintenance of pharmacy technology/automation systems.
• Analyzes systems and operations involved with medication storage, preparation, and distribution to ensure cost-effective and optimal medication therapy delivery.
  
  

Education

Graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy

Experience

Two years’ hospital pharmacy experience required.

Informatics Experience Preferred.

Pharmacy automation and proficiency with Pyxis/BD and other pharmacy-related technologies preferred.

Licensure/Certification

Valid Kentucky Board of Pharmacy license

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