Pharmacist- Part time, Nights- Mercy Fitzgerald
Pharmacist- Part time, Nights- Mercy Fitzgerald
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Job Description
Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital a member of Trinity Health is hiring a pharmacist as part of an expansion of night shift/emergency services! We are expanding our night shift coverage to include a decentralized pharmacist. This position is for pharmacists with experience in hospital pharmacy who are able to work directly with patients for medication histories counseling and responding to emergencies within the hospital.
Shift:
Full Time 24hrs/wk. 12 hour shifts 8p 8a. Weekend and Holiday requirements. Per Department needs.
Job Description Summary:
Pharmacists are responsible for optimizing pharmacotherapy regimens ensuring safe patient care practices and advocating for evidence-based medicine within interdisciplinary healthcare decentralized team members they will conduct daily medication therapy reviews consults and other clinical services for patients within designated area(s) of responsibility. They will follow established policies procedures protocols standards and regulatory requirements in executing job responsibilities as well as contribute to the pharmacys mission to improve health outcomes in our community.
Appropriately assesses patient data to identify medication-related problems through profile reviews pharmacy consults and interdisciplinary rounding.
Participates in medical emergencies and other formal alerts such as trauma stroke sepsis and STEMI as required.
Reviews and interprets providers orders to assure that the drug dosage form and dose is appropriate for the patients age weight and comorbidities. Checks for drug incompatibilities and allergies and takes appropriate action when necessary. Updates medication history for all admitted patients.
As necessary consult with providers nurses and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care regarding pharmacotherapy optimization with intent to achieve optimal patient outcomes across the continuum of care.
Provides accurate and timely responses to other healthcare professionals and patients regarding drug information questions and facility medication use policies to assure safe and appropriate use of medications.
Documents patient care activities including therapy plan monitoring and follow-up in electronic medical record as per departmental guidelines.
Requirements:
Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D.) from an ACPE approved college of pharmacy.
Successful completion of ASHP-accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency or 3 years of hospital experience is required.
Registered pharmacist in Pennsylvania at time of hire.
Preferred: Experience with Pyxis MedStation EPIC
BLS and ACLS certification before completion of orientation (will be provided if cannot provide upon hire)
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including
Medical Dental & Vision Coverage
Retirement Savings Program
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
And more!
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
Employment Type
Part-Time
