inpatient Clinical Pharmacist Lead
Company: Sutter Health
Location: Stonyford
Posted on: November 15, 2023
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Job Description:
Organization:SLH-Sutter Lakeside HospitalPosition Overview:
-Organizes and coordinates the day-to-day actives of the Pharmacy
department and assumes the responsibility for compliance with all
federal and state laws. Serves as the liaison between the
department and staff, physicians, patients, family and other
hospital staff. Delivers pharmaceutical care through the provision
of patient-centered clinical service, medication information,
education, medication preparation and distribution that ensures
safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Exercises
sound judgment and developed clinical skills to provide input to
and implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in
a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient,
their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through
competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and
effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal
regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and
safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be
responsible for performing specific tasks and/or orient other staff
to the department. Work as a lead with pharmacy staff to fulfill
regulatory, operational and clinical need of pharmacy services, no
direct report, assist to management team in project/initiative
implementation, e.g., IV room lead, clinical lead at small
affiliates, PIC at large affiliate with multi campus pharmacies.Job
Description:These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and
Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most
descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to
revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed
when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies,
staff changes, workload, or technical development).JOB
ACCOUNTABILITIES:PHARMACY SERVICES--- Assesses and monitors the
Pharmacy workload and assigns duties and provides input and
assistance during difficult procedures.--- Assumes responsibility
of compliance and assures full accreditation with state and federal
laws and regulations pertaining to Pharmacy Practice.--- Prepares
medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders,
detecting therapeutic incompatibilities.--- Dispenses medications
by compounding, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals.---
Controls medications by monitoring drug therapies; advising
interventions.--- Ensures that routine and priority tasks are
completed within established departmental time frames.--- Mentors
and fosters a constructive environment that helps students,
interns, and Pharmacy Technicians build confidence in their skills,
knowledge and abilities.--- Completes pharmacy operational
requirements by organizing and directing technicians' workflow;
verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals;
verifying order entries, charges, and inspections.--- Provides
pharmacological information by answering questions and requests of
health care professionals, counseling patients on drug
therapies.CLERICAL--- Performs general clerical tasks, such as
answering phones; updating patient information; or retrieving,
entering, and revising patient Electronic Health Records (EHR).---
Prepares and completes accurate documentation related to patient in
medical and departmental records as required.SAFETY--- Participates
in quality improvement processes, including updating and revision
of safety and procedure manuals and interdisciplinary projects.---
Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment by complying
with policies, procedures and regulations.--- Protects patients and
technicians by adhering to infection-control
protocols.COMPLIANCE--- Maintains strictest confidence of all
patients Protected Health Information (PHI) and protects all PHI
from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.---
Prepares, administers, and documents medications and treatments in
accordance with state and federal regulations.--- Complies with
state and federal drug laws as regulated by the state board of
pharmacy, the drug enforcement administration, and the food and
drug administration by monitoring nursing unit inspections;
maintaining records for controlled substances; removing outdated
and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventory; supervising the work
results of support personnel; maintaining current registration;
studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation;
advising management on needed actions.--- Retains certification and
completes mandated continuing education requirements to meet
facility and regulatory agencies accreditation and licensure
requirements.--- Develops hospital staff's pharmacological
knowledge by participating in clinical programs, training pharmacy
staff, students, interns, externs, residents, and health care
professionals.EDUCATION:Doctorate: Graduation from an accredited
school of PharmacyCERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:PHARMD-Licensed
PharmacistOR PHARMR-Registered PharmacistTYPICAL EXPERIENCE:3 years
recent relevant experienceSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:Comprehensive
knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles,
medical terminology, pathologies, disease states, and related
information for a medical management plan.Requires a basic working
knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards
including National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The
Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States Department of
Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA),
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Pharmacopeia
(USP).Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain
sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse
audiences, including non-medical people.Well-developed time
management and organizational skills, including the ability to
prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating
procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet
deadlines.General knowledge of computer applications, such as
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), related
pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.Prioritize and delegate
assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and
scientific methods to achieve department objectives and meet
deadlines.Work independently, as well as be part of the team,
including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with
interruptions.Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by
selecting appropriate solutions from established options.Ensure the
privacy of each patient's PHI.Build collaborates relationships with
peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and
corporate objectives.PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:See
required physical demands, mental components, visual activities &
working conditions at the following link: Job
Shift:DaysSchedule:Full TimeShift Hours:10Days of the
Week:VariableWeekend Requirements:As
NeededBenefits:YesUnions:NoPosition Status: Non-ExemptWeekly
Hours:40Employee Status:RegularNumber of Openings:1This position
may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport,
dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or
potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.Sutter Health is
an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Pay Range
is $77.25 to $88.83 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary
above or below the posted range as determined by location. This
range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic
differential applicable by area where the position may be filled.
Compensation takes into account several factors including but not
limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure
and certifications, department equity, training and organizational
needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program
offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a
comprehensive benefits package. Schedule/Shift: Regular/ Days
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