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Job Summary
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Emergency Department: Summary
Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identification resolution and prevention of drug related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes. Provides patient care according to the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy by the appropriate state and federal agencies. May be responsible for prescribing medications under specific collaborative drug therapy management agreements (CDTM).
Works independently and within the limits of established pharmacy/ambulatory care practice sites policies and procedures as a member of the patient care team. May supervises support personnel during an assigned shift operating within the limits of pharmacy policy and procedures and the regulations of the Board of Registration Pharmacy.
Does this position require Patient Care
No
Essential Functions
-Leadership - 20%
a. Provide direction and guidance to pharmacist and ancillary support including technician staff in following policy and procedure taking accountability and ownership of job responsibilities and promoting professional behavior and attitudes. Give feedback to the pharmacy managers/practice managers/medical directors for performance appraisal of other Pharmacy employees. Participates in resolving personnel management issues when requested by the management staff.
-2. Direct and Indirect Patient Care Services - 50%
a. Attend and participate in departmental staff meetings M&M rounds staff development journal club review in-services and case studies for afternoon pharmacist meetings and continuing education activities.
b. Member of departmental quality improvement committees programs and student/resident presentations.
c. Conduct continuing education programs and conferences to keep current with developments in the profession.
d. Maintain pharmaceutical care expertise through membership and participation in professional organizations continuing education and contributing to peer-reviewed literature.
-3. Quality and Safety - 10%
a. Maintain expertise in the departmental policies and procedures.
b. Follow all policies procedures laws and regulations set forth by the Board of Pharmacy and all other applicable regulatory agencies.
c. Ensure compliance with target drug programs formulary management medication management initiatives and adverse drug event monitoring programs.
-4. Education Training and Professional Development - 10%
a. Attend and participate in departmental and change of shift staff meetings M&M rounds staff development and continuing education activities.
b. Participate in departmental quality improvement committees programs and student/resident presentations.
-5. Use of Technology and Automation - 10%
a. Utilize area-specific technology including but not limited to robotics automation software equipment and information systems.
b. Troubleshoot and mitigate short-term issues related to the area specific technology.
EducationDoctor of Pharmacy Pharmacy requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degreeNoLicenses and CredentialsPharmacist State License - Generic - HR Only preferred Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration MCSR - Massachusetts - Massachusetts Department of Public Health preferredExperienceDemonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the neonate adolescent adult and geriatric patient. Able to assess patient data relative to age specific needs. Provide care as described in the departments policies/procedures. Subject matter expert in their areas of practice at the site and system level. Contributes to system wide initiatives. 5-7 years requiredKnowledge Skills and Abilities- Extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the department including: IV Admixtures Drug Information Ambulatory Manufacturing and Drug Distribution.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Onsite
1153 Centre Street
40
Regular
Day (United States of America)
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