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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Pharmacist – Hospital – Mineola.

In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for all aspects of medication therapy including review of all inpatient medication orders and outpatient prescriptions dispensing of medication and counseling of patients. Provides guidance and mentors non licensed staff performing approved medication related task.

Job Responsibilities:

Performs other duties as assigned Enters medication information orders appropriately SIGs Start/Stop Dates etc from written orders D/C s discontinued medications Validates CPOE orders and makes necessary correction to order Screens for possible adverse drug events Documents interventions notes and allergies properly Ensures patient safe time effective and appropriate medication therapy Triages and reviews orders for appropriateness of therapy Selects correct drug/dose/dosage form to be labeled Prepares accurate container label appropriate container and affixes the proper auxiliary information Participates in the training and supervision of staff and continues to be a mentor and knowledge base for the purpose of enhancing continual staff development Reviews filled orders for accuracy Corrects any errors and educates personnel to the nature of the error and preventative measures Complies with policies and procedures related to working in the sterile preparation area; proper hand washing procedure; special handling requirements and procedures for preparation of sterile bio hazardous orders Maintains clean and aseptic workspace; Handles and disposes of sharps bio hazardous materials in a safe manner Reviews chemo orders for appropriate drug dose protocol and regimen Receives co signatures on orders; Maintains proper records for reference on patients for future treatments for Human Resources regarding personnel handling bio hazardous substances Maintains accurate patient profiles prescription records including patient s name DOB address and date filled initials or signature etc Screens prescriptions for appropriateness of drug and therapy and possible adverse event potential Dispenses drug with the appropriate auxiliary labeling Offers counseling to patient Handles controlled substances in accordance with federal state local regulations and hospital policies and procedures Processes wasted returned and expired drugs Resolves discrepancies and notifies management of those discrepancies Conveys pertinent issues to the appropriate personnel to maintain an effective continuum of patient care and makes appropriate documentation for efficient follow up Contacts prescribers directly to resolve medication and therapy issues Notifies Patient care personnel of outstanding issues affecting their patients Informs outstanding issues to Pharmacy personnel working current and out coming shift Interventions ADR s note and other documentation is entered into the computer appropriately

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor’s Degree Pharmacy. Current New York State Pharmacy License. Excellent communication both oral and written organizational detail oriented problem solving and record keeping skills. Basic computer skills. Proficient in the use of the Pyxis system. Knowledge of the special handling requirements and additional policies and procedures for preparation of sterile bio hazardous orders. 

Required Licenses: Pharmacist License-NYS

Preferred Qualifications:
Post Doctoral PharmD 1 2 years Licensed Pharmacist in healthcare or retail environment

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $141,271.82 – $161,958.47 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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