Pharmacist I

Summary-Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identification resolution and prevention of drug related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes. -Also responsible for providing 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).Does this position require Patient Care NoEssential Functions-Directs and coordinates the activities and delivery of pharmacy services.-Supervises and verifies the accuracy of all work completed by support personnel during an assigned shift.-Operates within the limits of pharmacy policy and procedures.-Ensures compliance with target drug programs formulary management medication management initiatives and adverse drug eventmonitoring programs.-Documents and reports clinical interventions medication errors adverse drug events.-Participates in department quality improvement efforts.-Follows all policies procedures laws and regulations set forth by the Board of Pharmacy and all other applicable regulatory agencies. EducationDoctor of Pharmacy requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree NoLicenses and Credentials-Pharmacist State License-HR Only required Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration MCSR - Massachusetts -Massachusetts Department of Public Health-Preferred Experience working as a pharmacist 2-3 yearspreferred KnowledgeSkills and Abilities-Extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the department including: IV Admixtures Drug Information Ambulatory Manufacturing and Drug Distribution.-Attention to detail.-Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of principles of growth and developmentover the life span of the neonate adolescent adult and geriatric patient Possess ability to assess patient data relative to age specific needsProvide care as described in the departments policies/ relatively independently.- Participates in department quality improvement efforts.- Participates in the training of medical nursing and allied health professionals. -Must complete 20 continuing education credits per year to maintain license.-Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings legal requirements and limitations prescription information and calculations drug identification and generic equivalents drug manufacturing packaging and labeling information and proper drug handling and storage practices.