Pharmacist compounds and dispenses prescribed drugs per physician's instructions in a hospital or healthcare facility setting. Consults with medical staff about potential drug interactions, patient medical history, and the use of particular medications. Being a Pharmacist responds to questions from patients about medications and dosage instructions. Ensures that all required pharmacy data is recorded and maintained and complies with all regulatory, security and hospital procedures. Additionally, Pharmacist may supervise pharmacy technicians. Requires a doctorate degree in pharmacy (Pharm.D.). Typically reports to a manager. Requires Registered Pharmacist (RPh). Pharmacist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Summary
Pharmacists are responsible for the safe and accurate dispensing of pharmaceuticals and ensure appropriateness of prescribed therapy for all patient populations including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. Pharmacists must also communicate effectively with the department, other healthcare professionals and patients.
Primary Position Responsibilities
Work Contact Group (Internal/External)
HMC employees, providers, students, patients and families, visitors, vendors.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to (position):
Assistant Director of Pharmaceutical Services and Director of Pharmaceutical Services.
Supervises (position(s):
Technicians, new staff, students.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Required:
Bachelors of Science in Pharmacy
Preferred:
Master of Sciences in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree
Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):
Required:
5 years hospital pharmacy or retail pharmacy experience if has a Bachelors or Masters in Pharmacy. Prior work experience not required for Doctor of Pharmacy.
Preferred:
2 years of recent retail pharmacy, hospital pharmacy experience or post-graduate residency training.
License, Registry or Certification:
Required:
New Jersey Pharmacist License
Preferred:
Specialty pharmacy certification (e.g. BCPS, CGP)
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:
Required:
Pharmacy skills serving patients of diverse age and disease states; working knowledge of Automated Dispensing Cabinets (e.g. PYXIS® or Omnicell®) or retail pharmacy systems; Competence in required computer programs (clinical system, ADC, parenteral documentation).
Preferred:
MS Office Proficient; Teaching/precepting experience
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