Position Summary

Clinical Generalist Pharmacists are responsible for the safe and accurate dispensing of pharmaceuticals, in accordance with departmental and institutional policies, applicable laws, regulations and standards. They must ensure appropriateness of prescribed therapy for all patient populations including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. Clinical Generalist Pharmacists must also communicate effectively with the department, with other health care professionals and patients. They must also engage in clinical and educational activities in the institution.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1.

Ensures accurate and proficient distribution of medications in accordance with department policies in addition to state, and federal regulations.

2.

Ensures accurate and proficient preparation of parenteral medications in accordance with department policies in addition to state, and federal regulations.

3.

Demonstrates clinical proficiency.

4.

Provides administrative support for pharmacy management.

5.

Integrates with health care providers on assigned unit.

6.

Participates in educational activities throughout the organization.

Work Contact Group (Internal/External)

HMC employees, providers, students, patients and families, visitors, vendors.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to (position):

Assistant Director of Pharmaceutical Services, Director of Pharmaceutical Services.

Supervises (position(s):

Technicians, new staff in training, students.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

Doctorate degree of Pharmacy.

Preferred:

None

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

Completion of PGY1 residency or 3 years hospital with significant clinical experience.

Preferred:

PGY2 residency or 5 years hospital with significant clinical experience.

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

New Jersey Pharmacist License.

Preferred:

Specialty pharmacy certification (e.g. BCPS, CGP).

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

Pharmacy skills serving patients of diverse age and disease states; working knowledge of Automated Dispensing Cabinets (e.g. PYXIS® or Omnicell®); Competence in required computer programs (clinical system, ADC, parenteral documentation), MS Office Proficient; Teaching/precepting experience.

Preferred:

None