Clinical Pharmacist - PRN
Clinical Pharmacist - PRN
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Job Description
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Department
Acute Care PharmacyJob SummaryThe Clinical Pharmacist (Pharmacist) under general supervision supplies medications and other pharmaceuticals needed for adequate patient care according to professional standards and regulatory requirements. Educates patients and healthcare workers relative to drugs and medications usage adverse drug reactions side effects contraindications etc. according to professional standards. Manages the day-to-day activities of the pharmacy support staff.
Essential Functions:
- Interprets and clarifies orders for all types of and responds promptly to drug information drug therapies for appropriateness and formulary therapeutic drug monitoring of targeted medications as drug therapy for potential drug-drug drug-food and drug-disease patients family and medical staff on use of various medications including dosage side effects drug interactions and supervises the work of pharmacy technicians and support staff as required by the Colorado Board of Pharmacy. (35%)
- Prepares or oversees the compounding labeling and packaging of sterile or non-sterile medications products and pharmaceuticals in accordance with all regulatory requirements as as a consultant on medication-related issues and assisting in coordinating the drug utilization in the development and maintenance of policies & procedures when secure storage and records of all medications in accordance with manufacturer state and federal with established departmental and DHHA policies and procedures quality improvement and safety and meets the competency standards including education and training that is specific to the patient populations and practice site served. Keeps job knowledge in the training of pharmacists pharmacy residents pharmacy interns pharmacy students and pharmacy and participates in departmental meetings in-services huddles and departmental trainings as applicable. (35%)
- Understands patient safety goals and other quality metrics that affect area of practice. Reports and follows up on medication or patient safety issues as needed; works to resolve problems in a manner that will improve patient safety and team medication events (adverse drug reactions and medication errors) using the organizations event reporting with key stakeholders across the health system regarding patient care and to and complies with and demonstrates support for the mission and values of Denver to Denver Health and departmental standards of behavior and attendance guidelines. (30%)
Education:
- Doctorate Degree PharmD (preferred) or BPharm Required
Work Experience:
- 1-3 years PGY1 residency completion preferred
Licenses:
- PHA-Licensed Pharmacist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association
- BCPS-Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties
- PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
- PBID-Pharmacy Based Immunization Delivery - BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills ability to interact with other members of the healthcare team and with pharmacy leadership.
- Strong organizational skills.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of pharmacy.
Thorough knowledge of pharmacy related state and federal laws. - Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
Ability to demonstrate accuracy thoroughness and attention to detail.
Ability to demonstrate sound problem solving/decision making skills with practical efficient economical and reasonable solutions. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.
Proficiency with electronic health record software Epic preferred.
Shift
Work Type
PRN/IntermittentSalary
$57.05 - $91.28 / hrBenefits
Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Community resource navigation support
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands travel and more
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center a 555-bed acute care medical center Denvers 911 emergency medical response system 10 family health centers 19 school-based health centers Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety a Public Health Institute an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorados primary and essential safety-net institution Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable serving as a pillar for community needs and caring for more than 185000 individuals and 67000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
Employment Type
Part-Time
