Pharmacist

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Director of Pharmacy participates with patients, medical staff, health care practitioners in the provision of effective, safe and appropriate drug therapy.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Reviews, processes and monitors patient medication orders to evaluate the appropriateness of use, dosage form, route of administration, regiment compliance, therapeutic duplication, drug interactions, adverse reactions and age appropriateness.
• Checks technician prepared or prepares for dispensing all medications for patient specific use
• Coordinates delivery of controlled substances to patient care units
• Maintain records required by hospital and department policies, federal, state and local regulations
• Completes monthly unit inspections of patient care areas, code carts and all other areas where medications are stored
• Assists with drug procurement and inventory maintenance
• Provide pharmacy consultation as requested
• Assists with precepting experiential education students from Schools of Pharmacy
• Reviews non-formulary requests and prepares formulary reviews as needed for Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
• Participates in performance improvement activities using evidence bases practice. Implements Steward initiatives (therapeutic interchange, renal dosing, ADR reporting) with regard to efficacy, safety, and cost effectiveness,
• Participates in Drug Utilization Evaluation program, Quality Improvement projects and prepares summary reports
• Demonstrates as thorough knowledge of patient right to confidentiality
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, in service meetings, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of the latest trends and laws
• Adjusts schedule as necessary in view of fluctuations in workload
• Significant interactions with nurses and physicians, also required substantial interface with patients
• Maintains a safe and secure environment
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Director of Pharmacy
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• 1. Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).

2. Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Able to deal with psychological stress associated with the position

Qualifications :

Graduate of accredited School of Pharmacy; Bachelor of Science or Doctor of Pharmacy degree required. Advanced degree or residency preferred.

Hospital experience preferred

Licensed pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity,