1. Appropriately assesses patient data to identify medication-related problems through profile reviews, pharmacy consults and interdisciplinary rounding.
2. Participates in medical emergencies and other formal alerts such as trauma, stroke, sepsis and STEMI as required.
3. Reviews and interprets providers orders to assure that the drug, dosage form, and dose is appropriate for the patient's age, weight, and comorbidities. Checks for drug incompatibilities and allergies, and takes appropriate action when necessary.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Serves as preceptor for pharmacy students/residents and assists with orientation, instruction and training of pharmacy students, interns, pharmacy technicians, residents, pharmacists and other health professionals.
7. Assists nursing with medication administration (oral, injectable, continuous infusion titration) depending on the work assignments and in accordance with regulatory and hospital policies.
8. Documents patient care activities including therapy plan, monitoring and follow-up in electronic medical record as per departmental guidelines.
9. Responsible for the completion of all assigned work during the shift, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety through the completion of quality control checks, identifying and reporting out medication errors and near misses, identifying process improvements and ensuring appropriate documentation.
10. Maintains current awareness and adheres to State and Federal laws, regulations, pharmacy policies, standard operating procedures, formulary and pertinent clinical practice guidelines while providing pharmaceutical care to patients.
The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
1. Pharmacy degree (BS or Pharm.D.) from an ACPE approved college of pharmacy.
2. Successful completion of ASHP-accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency or 3 years of hospital experience required.
3. Successful completion of PGY-2 residency or 3 years of experience in the relevant clinical practice area preferred.
Required Licensure and Certifications:
1. Licensed, or eligible for licensure, pharmacist in Iowa. Must be licensed within 3 months of hire.
2. BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
3. ACLS and/or PALS certification within 3 months of hire based on practice area(s).
4. BPS Board Certification (BCPS or specialty board certification in the relevant clinical practice area) within 2 years of hire or 10 years of experience in the relevant clinical practice area.
5. Other certifications if requested by direct supervisors/managers.
6. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training for child and dependent adult abuse within three (3) months of hire.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training
Knowledge: Achieves and maintains an adequate knowledge base including pharmacology, therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, therapeutic drug monitoring, and literature evaluation to provide clinical services for all patient populations and age groups served. Provides clinical services as required by policy and procedure
Skills:
1. Effective communication with patients and other healthcare professionals.
2. A high level of analytic ability to research and evaluate drug information, interpret patient specific information, and resolve medication related problems.
3. Displays enthusiasm for teaching and is proficient in all preceptor roles (instructing, modeling, coaching, or facilitating).
4. Proficient in use of computers, software for pharmacy and healthcare applications, specific pharmacy practice technology and equipment.
5. Efficiently and adequately document clinical activities and interventions such as consults, patient education, and other patient specific information as defined by policy and procedure.
6. Ability to utilize problem solving skills to promote a positive work environment and interpersonal relationships, while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality
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