Pharmacist

Location Site : Salem Hospital Main Campus

Department : SH Pharmacy

Position Type : Full Time

Start Time : 19 : 30

Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering highly competitive pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live.

Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.

We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community : There's something about Salem, Oregon!

Your Role With Us :

As a Pharmacist with Salem Health, you will supervise the pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, pharmacy interns, pharmacist trainees, and pharmacy residents.

You'll monitor and / or manage the medication therapy of specific hospitalized or ambulatory patients. While consulting with patients, you'll coordinate with medical providers and other health care team members regarding medication therapy.

In addition, you'll provide information and oversee procurement, storage, compound and distribute / dispense pharmaceutical products.

Core Functions :

• Evaluate patient electronic medical records to include appropriate current and past medical history, appropriate clinical and laboratory data, and concurrent medications (including over-the-counter and home therapies).
• Participates in Unit Care Rounds and as required review Pharmacy Technician patient interview summaries to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies and sensitivities.
• Evaluate and verify provider medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, route of administration, stability and make recommendations for therapy changes as appropriate.
• Monitor and / or manage the ongoing medication therapy of specific hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results in the most cost-effective manner.
• Communicate with prescribing physician to resolve problems and document therapeutic interventions while assuming responsibility for accurate and timely drug distribution;

provides medical personnel with medication information, drug therapy options, and pharmacokinetic dosing advice.

• Order and adjusts dosages, order laboratory tests, and administers medication under protocol according to established policies and procedures.
• Supervises and directs activities of Certified Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Interns and Pharmacy Students as well as Pharmacy Residents who assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy.
• Verifies accuracy of medication preparation and dispensing by pharmacy personnel; reviews patient's medical record to verify proper delivery and correct administration of medication.
• Serves as liaison to one or more nursing units or departments which use / or stock medications; responsible for establishing inventory and par levels consistent with patient care needs and completion of monthly floor inspections.

Total Rewards Offerings :

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.

• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
• Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Live Well Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
• Onsite fitness center with 24 / 7 badge access
• Education assistance program
• Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https : / / studentaid.gov /
• Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria
• Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others

Background / Expertise :

• Doctor of Pharmacology required.
• Oregon Licensed Pharmacist required.
• BLS from the American Heart Association required.
• ACLS from the American Heart Association required.
• PGY1 Pharmacy Residency experience preferred.
• Sterile compounding competency demonstration required within 30 days of hire.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.

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