Infusion/Clinical Pharmacist

Chandler, AZ
RPh on the Go Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist - IV Certified Contract 16 days ago Apply

RPh on the go is searching for a Infusion Pharmacist to work in Phoenix, AZ. Ideal candidate will have IV pharmacist from a hospital, but MUST have hands-on IV making experience for at least 2-3 years. This is a 13-weeks/contract to hire

Shift: Mon - Fri working 8-hour shifts within the hours of 8a-7:30p, rotating "on call" weekends

Experience:  Must have at least 1-2 years in an infusion pharmacy setting and strong clinical and communication skills to work with patients and providers.

Software:  CareTend

Experience:  Must have at least 1-2 years in an infusion pharmacy setting and strong clinical and communication skills to work with patients and providers.
Infusion pharmacy working strictly with acute conditions, preparing sterile compounds for mainly:
- IVs/Hydration
- TPNs
- Antibiotics


SUMMARY: The Pharmacist provides pharmaceutical care services by dispensing medication, monitoring patients’ drug therapies, and providing consultation to medical and nursing staff; responsible for the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Exercises sound professional judgment in assuming responsibility for the medication use process and for patient outcomes, following pre-established policies, procedures, and protocols.
  • Oversees the efficient dispensing, processing, and recording of prescriptions issued by physicians, dentists, and/or other authorized healthcare providers.
  • Communicate with providers to influence optimal drug therapy in accordance with approved protocols and current practice.
  • Monitors patients’ drug therapy and provides drug information to patients and healthcare providers.
  • Oversees and directs pharmacy technical staff in the execution of technical functions.
  • Based on an understanding of patient variables including but not limited to age, sex, and other physical characteristics, monitor the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned.
  • Screens medication orders for correctness, incompatibilities, and contraindications; communicates problems to patients, nursing staff, and/or physicians.
  • Maintains awareness of medication change information, new products, and state and federal regulations.
  • Confers with and assists medical personnel in the care and treatment of patients.
  • Provides medication information and pharmacokinetic dosing advice.
  • Ensures that the pharmacy provides the optimal drug therapy to patients as evidenced by proper drug selection, dose, route, duration of therapy, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

    Required: 
    License: AZ license in good standing

    Apply today by submitting your resume to [email protected] or call 773-628-0099
     

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