Mission Statement:
·We, St Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
Vision:
·To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.
Core Values:
·In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides pharmaceutical service and care to all patient populations including neonates, infants, children, adults and geriatrics based on
individual variables and disease state. This care is provided through the most recent concepts of drug utilization and control which is
the sum total of knowledge, understanding, judgement, procedure, skills, controls and ethics that ensure optimal safety in the
distribution and use of medications. All pharmacists are required to understand and maintain the patient specific aspects of care in
dosing patients based on age, weight, renal function and preparing individual inpatient and outpatient prescription orders and refilling
medications.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
Graduation from an accredited school of pharmacy with a five year Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy or a six year entry level Pharmacy
D. degree. Completion of pharmacy internship and licensure as a Registered Pharmacist by passing examination of the NY State
Board of Pharmacy or by the reciprocal licensure.
Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of
expertise.
Hospital or Ambulatory care experience required for day shift
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
All department equipment and supplies.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:
Office and Clinical Setting; Exposure Class II – no exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions. Rare/infrequent exposure
to chemicals with the potential to cause skin/mucus membrane irritation. Prepares potentially carcinogenic drugs (chemotherapy).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Medium work: must be able to lift, bend, stoop, push and pull.
WORK CONTACT GROUP:
All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.
SUPERVISED BY:
Pharmacy Management Team
SUPERVISES:
Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Interns
EXPECTATIONS:
· Provides pharmaceutical care/services to all patient care populations.
· Performs various pharmaceutical duties such as compounding, narcotic
filling, interpreting and preparing individual inpatient and outpatient
prescription orders, and refilling medications.
· Provider of drug information for all health care providers.
· Adheres to safety standards within service or unit.
· Performs required sterilization techniques for IV/chemotherapy preparations.
· Adheres to established hospital policy and procedure related to job function.
· Maintains confidentiality related to patients, staff and visitors.
· Effectively educates the patient/family in specialty area.
· Adheres to hospital confidentiality statement.
Pay Range: $55.00- $81.60
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.