Retail Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem
Pharmacist job at Yale New Haven Health
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
As a member of a High Reliability Organization (HRO), all employees are expected to practice CHAMP and STAR behaviors with the end goal of patient safety as the top priority. Individuals shall embody and uphold the ideals of the YNHHS Standards of Professional Behavior as well as practice and promote patient-centered care. This position will assist the pharmacist in all aspects of prescription preparation and delivery, including data processing, inventory management, prescription preparation, customer service, and department maintenance.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
* 1. 1. Prescription Processing & Preparation (35%) ? Accurately and efficiently locate and enter patient demographic information into pharmacy computer systems. ? Ensure accurate transcription of new medication orders and processing of refill requests ? Perform necessary mathematical calculations to ensure proper dosage, directions, and quantity entered and selected. ? Assist in third party prescription adjudication, working closely with third party payers, medical providers, and patients to resolve issues. ? Assist in prescription cost management by investigating copay assistance, discount cards, manufacturer coupons, 340-b pricing options, etc. ? Accurately and efficiently pick, prepare, package, and label prescription medications for verification by the pharmacist. ? Assist in the preparation and packaging of LTC prescriptions according to all regulations and policies of the department, including use of blister packaging device.
* 2. 2. Customer Service and communication (30%) ? Assist patients in a timely and courteous manner with register transactions ? Assist patients in a timely and courteous manner with telephone calls ? Assist patients with OTC product location ? Responding to nursing, provider, and other members of the medical team via telephone, in-person, or electronically. Appropriately manage, triage, and follow up on various inquiries in a timely and professional manner to ensure accurate and safe medication or information delivery. ? Adhere to HIPAA guidelines in all forms of communication ? Awareness of all of the "non-negotiables" (10/5 rule, no venting, library voices, AIDET and the Pledge to Service of Excellence).
* 3. 3. Department Maintenance (20%) ? Maintain a clean work environment ? Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements pertaining to record keeping and retention ? Maintain a proper stocking of all pharmacy items and supplies required for prescription preparation ? Assist in opening and closing procedures of pharmacy department
* 4. 4. Inventory management (15%) ? Assist in the maintenance of over the counter merchandise, including stocking, pricing, ordering, facing, and removal of outdated items. ? Ensure proper medication movement through rotation of stock based on expiration dates and usage patterns ? Remove expired medications or soon-to-be-expiring medications from inventory as per departmental guidelines. ? Properly receive medications from wholesaler and replenish pharmacy stock accurately ? Perform daily cycle counts as appropriate to maintain accurate inventory information to avoid out of stock situations. ? Identify items for reordering and assist in placing daily order via wholesaler
Qualifications
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or equivalent required with additional broad training in fields such as medical office administration, pharmacy technician, social services or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of associate's degree program, or pharmacy technician program.
EXPERIENCE
6-months Pharmacy technician experience or healthcare experience required, specialty/retail experience preferred. (Successful completion of an academic or military pharmacy technician training program will be considered equivalent to one year of pharmacy technician experience.) Excellent customer service and communication skills are required.
LICENSURE
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certification State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Pharmacy Technician license
SPECIAL SKILLS
Strong customer service skills and independent problem solving is a requirement. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to prioritize and multitask/change tasks frequently and quickly. Must be competent with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel. Strong time management and organizational skills required. Flexibility and eagerness to learn as well as being proactive in approaching the varying needs of our patient population
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Employee must be flexible with scheduling, working evening, holiday, and weekend shifts as business needs demand. Ability to lift and transport light boxes and totes (up to 20 lbs) and be able to be on feet and move around pharmacy and hospital for majority of shift.
YNHHS Requisition ID
167605
Clinical Pharmacist 1 Per Diem
Norwalk, CT jobs
Performs all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provides information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Actively participates in teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Complies with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Medication Processing and Dispensing
a. Reviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner. Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
b. Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.
c. Ensure all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.
d. Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and can do so in a clear concise manner.
e. Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. Can obtain drugs in select emergency situations.
f. Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications.
2. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Information
a. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options.
b. Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.
c. Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.
d. Retrieves, analyzes, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.
e. Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.
f. Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;
i. IV to PO conversions
ii. Antibiotic dosing, stewardship, and monitoring
iii. Renal dosing adjustments
g. Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.
3. Patient Counseling and Communication
a. Counsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.
b. Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.
c. Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.
d. Presents education professionally to the pharmacy staff.
e. Communicates clearly, concisely, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff.
4. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy Workflow
a. Actively takes responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution.
b. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.
c. Oversees, prioritizes, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.
d. Maintains and promotes positivity, teamwork, and professional working environment.
e. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.
f. Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures.
5. Project Management and Departmental Goals
a. Develops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.
b. Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.
c. Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.
6. Provides Training, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents and/or New Hires
a. Helps train and develop inexperienced staff in all areas.
b. Assists in training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students and residents, as applicable.
c. Provides and develops education materials for pharmacy staff.
7. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy
a. Demonstrates ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.
b. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.
c. Maintains compliance with all hospital and networks policies.
d. Demonstrates ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.
e. Identifies patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed.
8. Conduct
a. Is a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.
b. Abides to hospital and network values.
c. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.
d. Follows policies and procedures.
e. Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.
f. Maintains a clean and clutter free work area.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
Working Conditions:
Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 1926
Department: Oncology Pharmarcy
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $59.01 - $109.58 Hourly
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Clinical Pharmacist 1 Per Diem
Norwalk, CT jobs
Performs all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provides information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Actively participates in teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Complies with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Medication Processing and Dispensing
a. Reviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner. Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
b. Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.
c. Ensure all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.
d. Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and can do so in a clear concise manner.
e. Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. Can obtain drugs in select emergency situations.
f. Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications.
2. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Information
a. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options.
b. Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.
c. Demonstrates initiative in learning about new and drug therapies.
d. Retrieves, analyzes, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.
e. Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.
f. Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;
i. IV to PO conversions
ii. Antibiotic dosing, stewardship, and monitoring
iii. Renal dosing adjustments
g. Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.
3. Patient Counseling and Communication
a. Counsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.
b. Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.
c. Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.
d. Presents education professionally to the pharmacy staff.
e. Communicates clearly, concisely, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff.
4. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy Workflow
a. Actively takes responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution.
b. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.
c. Oversees, prioritizes, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.
d. Maintains and promotes positivity, teamwork, and professional working environment.
e. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.
f. Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures.
5. Project Management and Departmental Goals
a. Develops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.
b. Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.
c. Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.
6. Provides Training, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents and/or New Hires
a. Helps train and develop inexperienced staff in all areas.
b. Assists in training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students and residents, as applicable.
c. Provides and develops education materials for pharmacy staff.
7. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy
a. Demonstrates ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.
b. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.
c. Maintains compliance with all hospital and networks policies.
d. Demonstrates ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.
e. Identifies patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed.
8. Conduct
a. Is a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.
b. Abides to hospital and network values.
c. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.
d. Follows policies and procedures.
e. Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.
f. Maintains a clean and clutter free work area.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
Working Conditions:
Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 1926
Department: Oncology Pharmarcy
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $59.01 - $109.58 Hourly
We are an equal opportunity employer
Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
Clinical Pharmacist 1 Per Diem
Norwalk, CT jobs
at Norwalk Hospital Association
Performs all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provides information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Actively participates in teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Complies with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Medication Processing and Dispensing
a. Reviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner. Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
b. Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.
c. Ensure all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.
d. Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and can do so in a clear concise manner.
e. Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. Can obtain drugs in select emergency situations.
f. Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications.
2. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Information
a. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options.
b. Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.
c. Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.
d. Retrieves, analyzes, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.
e. Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.
f. Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;
i. IV to PO conversions
ii. Antibiotic dosing, stewardship, and monitoring
iii. Renal dosing adjustments
g. Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.
3. Patient Counseling and Communication
a. Counsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.
b. Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.
c. Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.
d. Presents education professionally to the pharmacy staff.
e. Communicates clearly, concisely, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff.
4. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy Workflow
a. Actively takes responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution.
b. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.
c. Oversees, prioritizes, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.
d. Maintains and promotes positivity, teamwork, and professional working environment.
e. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.
f. Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures.
5. Project Management and Departmental Goals
a. Develops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.
b. Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.
c. Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.
6. Provides Training, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents and/or New Hires
a. Helps train and develop inexperienced staff in all areas.
b. Assists in training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students and residents, as applicable.
c. Provides and develops education materials for pharmacy staff.
7. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy
a. Demonstrates ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.
b. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.
c. Maintains compliance with all hospital and networks policies.
d. Demonstrates ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.
e. Identifies patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed.
8. Conduct
a. Is a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.
b. Abides to hospital and network values.
c. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.
d. Follows policies and procedures.
e. Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.
f. Maintains a clean and clutter free work area.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
Working Conditions:
Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 1926
Department: Oncology Pharmarcy
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $59.01 - $109.58 Hourly
Auto-ApplyClinical Pharmacy Specialist - FT - Day/Eve
Danbury, CT jobs
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will serve as the lead clinical pharmacist within their area of specialty. They actively participate in governance, teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Participate in patient care rounding and develop content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Create and manage policies within their specialty area. Develop, implement, and monitor new workflows within specialty area. They should perform all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provide information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Comply with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Medication Processing and Dispensing
a. Reviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner. Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
b. Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.
c. Ensures all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.
d. Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and can do so in a clear concise manner.
e. Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. Can obtain drugs in select emergency situations.
f. Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications.
2. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Information
a. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options.
b. Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.
c. Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.
d. Retrieves, analyzes, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.
e. Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.
f. Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;
i. IV to PO conversions
ii. Antibiotic dosing, stewardship, and monitoring
iii. Renal dosing adjustments
g. Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.
h. Participates in patient care rounding.
3. Patient Counseling and Communication
a. Counsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.
b. Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.
c. Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.
d. Represent the department and the profession of pharmacy in a professional manner at all committee or task force meetings and report a summary back to department manager and staff.
e. Able to present professionally in a multidisciplinary setting.
f. Communicates clearly, concisely, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff.
4. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy Workflow
a. Actively takes responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.
b. Oversees, prioritizes, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.
c. Maintains and promotes positivity, teamwork, and professional working environment.
d. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.
e. Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures.
5. Project Management and Departmental Goals
a. Develops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.
b. Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.
c. Actively participates in governance teams and meetings.
d. Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.
e. Creates and manages policies in specialty area.
f. Develops, implements, and monitors new workflows within specialty area.
g. Tracks metrics for initiatives within specialty area.
6. Provides Training, Team Teaching, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents, and New Hires
a. Helps train and develop inexperienced staff in all areas.
b. Provides training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students.
c. Has ownership of student and residency teaching rotations within specialty area.
d. Provides and develops interdisciplinary education materials.
e. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals.
7. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy
a. Demonstrate ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.
b. Demonstrate knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.
c. Compliance with all hospital and networks policies.
d. Demonstrate ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.
e. Identify patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed.
8. Conduct
a. Is a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.
b. Abides to hospital and network values.
c. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.
d. Follows policies and procedures.
e. Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.
f. Maintains a clean and clutter free work area.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM 1 YEAR OF EXPERIENCE IN SIMILAR ROLE
Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 134
Department: Pharmacy
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $67.86 - $126.03 Hourly
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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - FT - Day/Eve
Danbury, CT jobs
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will serve as the lead clinical pharmacist within their area of specialty. They actively participate in governance, teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Participate in patient care rounding and develop content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Create and manage policies within their specialty area. Develop, implement, and monitor new workflows within specialty area. They should perform all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provide information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Comply with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Medication Processing and Dispensing
a. Reviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
b. Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.
c. Ensures all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.
d. Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and do so in a clear concise manner.
e. Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. obtain drugs in select emergency situations.
f. Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications.
2. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Information
a. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options.
b. Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.
c. Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.
d. Retrieves, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.
e. Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.
f. Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;
i. IV to PO conversions
ii. Antibiotic dosing, and monitoring
iii. Renal dosing adjustments
g. Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.
h. Participates in patient care rounding.
3. Patient Counseling and Communication
a. Counsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.
b. Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.
c. Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.
d. Represent the department and the profession of pharmacy in a professional manner at all committee or task force meetings and report a summary back to department manager and staff.
e. Able to present professionally in a multidisciplinary setting.
f. Communicates clearly, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff.
4. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy Workflow
a. Actively takes responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.
b. Oversees, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.
c. Maintains and promotes positivity, and professional working environment.
d. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.
e. Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures.
5. Project Management and Departmental Goals
a. Develops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.
b. Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.
c. Actively participates in governance teams and meetings.
d. Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.
e. Creates and manages policies in specialty area.
f. Develops, implements, and monitors new workflows within specialty area.
g. Tracks metrics for initiatives within specialty area.
6. Provides Training, Team Teaching, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents, and New Hires
a. Helps train and develop in all areas.
b. Provides training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students.
c. Has ownership of student and residency teaching rotations within specialty area.
d. Provides and develops interdisciplinary education materials.
e. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals.
7. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy
a. Demonstrate ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.
b. Demonstrate knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.
c. Compliance with all hospital and networks policies.
d. Demonstrate ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.
e. Identify patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed.
8. Conduct
a. Is a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.
b. Abides to hospital and network values.
c. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.
d. Follows policies and procedures.
e. Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.
f. Maintains a clean and clutter free work area.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
*REQUIREMENTS:*
*MINIMUM 1 YEAR OF EXPERIENCE IN SIMILAR ROLE*
Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 134
Department: Pharmacy
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $67.86 - $126.03 Hourly
We are an equal opportunity employer
Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - FT - Day/Eve
Danbury, CT jobs
at Danbury Hospital
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will serve as the lead clinical pharmacist within their area of specialty.
They actively participate in governance, teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Participate in patient care rounding and develop content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Create and manage policies within their specialty area. Develop, implement, and monitor new workflows within specialty area. They should perform all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provide information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Comply with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Medication Processing and Dispensing
a. Reviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner. Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
b. Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.
c. Ensures all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.
d. Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and can do so in a clear concise manner.
e. Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. Can obtain drugs in select emergency situations.
f. Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications.
2. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Information
a. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options.
b. Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.
c. Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.
d. Retrieves, analyzes, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.
e. Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.
f. Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;
i. IV to PO conversions
ii. Antibiotic dosing, stewardship, and monitoring
iii. Renal dosing adjustments
g. Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.
h. Participates in patient care rounding.
3. Patient Counseling and Communication
a. Counsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.
b. Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.
c. Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.
d. Represent the department and the profession of pharmacy in a professional manner at all committee or task force meetings and report a summary back to department manager and staff.
e. Able to present professionally in a multidisciplinary setting.
f. Communicates clearly, concisely, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff.
4. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy Workflow
a. Actively takes responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.
b. Oversees, prioritizes, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.
c. Maintains and promotes positivity, teamwork, and professional working environment.
d. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.
e. Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures.
5. Project Management and Departmental Goals
a. Develops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.
b. Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.
c. Actively participates in governance teams and meetings.
d. Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.
e. Creates and manages policies in specialty area.
f. Develops, implements, and monitors new workflows within specialty area.
g. Tracks metrics for initiatives within specialty area.
6. Provides Training, Team Teaching, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents, and New Hires
a. Helps train and develop inexperienced staff in all areas.
b. Provides training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students.
c. Has ownership of student and residency teaching rotations within specialty area.
d. Provides and develops interdisciplinary education materials.
e. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals.
7. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy
a. Demonstrate ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.
b. Demonstrate knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.
c. Compliance with all hospital and networks policies.
d. Demonstrate ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.
e. Identify patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed.
8. Conduct
a. Is a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.
b. Abides to hospital and network values.
c. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.
d. Follows policies and procedures.
e. Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.
f. Maintains a clean and clutter free work area.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM 1 YEAR OF EXPERIENCE IN SIMILAR ROLE
Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 134
Department: Pharmacy
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $67.86 - $126.03 Hourly
Auto-ApplyClinical Pharmacy Specialist in Oncology
Danbury, CT jobs
The primary functions of the Oncology Pharmacy Specialist are developing and providing quality pharmaceutical care to all oncology/hematology patients, including monitoring drug therapy, provision of clinical and drug information, participating in patient rounds in designated areas, supervises the preparation on chemotherapy and maintaining and developing clinical protocols. The Oncology Pharmacy Specialist will oversee and manage the chemotherapy medication formulary (via co-chairing pharmacy and therapeutics committee).
Responsibilities:
1.Develops & maintains a clinical practice in the oncology setting, cooperating with medical & nursing personnel to optimize the pharmacotherapeutic aspects of patient care. Provides optimal selection of pharmacologic agents and design of a regimen to maximize therapeutics benefit and minimize toxicity. Provides daily follow-up on the clinical effects of the regimen with adjustments as necessary to achieved desired outcomes. 2.Provides drug and clinical information to other healthcare professionals in response to specific questions relating to new evolving issues related to the care of patients with cancer. Provides professional education regarding new drugs, biologics or technologies for specialized drug delivery. Provides a significant level of education to professionals, trainees, residents, students and patients. Responsible for monitoring and assessing performance of the learner and providing feedback using appropriate learning objectives that are aligned with the desired learning outcomes. 3.Performs pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring for all patients on drugs where therapeutic levels are reported. 4.Provides visual, spoken and written clinical education and training to pharmacy students, pharmacists, clinical pharmacists and residents in the Department of Pharmacy. 5.Provides managerial responsibilities for the operations of the Cancer Center satellite, including process improvements and maintaining oncology formulary. Designs, supports and implements policies to provide effective and efficient use of resources for ensuring that budget, quality and value targets are met in collaboration with the Acute Care Manager. 6.Develop, review, assist and maintain, in collaboration with members of the Department of Hematology/Oncology various protocols and regimens within the computerized physician order system.
Other Information:
* Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an approved college of Pharmacy required. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree preferred.
* Registered as a licensed pharmacist or eligible for reciprocity in the State of Connecticut. (Must obtain a registered license within 3 months of employment.).Board Certification in Oncology required within 1 year of employment
* Previous oncology pharmacy practice experience (3 to 5 years) in institutional environment and/or completion of an ASHP-accredited hospital (PGYI & PGY2) residency with a focus in oncology
* Member of the local, regional, and national professional organizations preferred.
* Demonstrated knowledge and compliance with all State, Federal, and malpractice laws of pharmacy practice.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and experience working on interdisciplinary initiatives across all levels of organization
Working Conditions:
Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 1925
Department: Oncology Pharmacy
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $59.01 - $109.58 Hourly
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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Oncology
Danbury, CT jobs
The primary functions of the Oncology Pharmacy Specialist are developing and providing quality pharmaceutical care to all oncology/hematology patients, including monitoring drug therapy, provision of clinical and drug information, participating in patient rounds in designated areas, supervises the preparation on chemotherapy and maintaining and developing clinical protocols. The Oncology Pharmacy Specialist will oversee and manage the chemotherapy medication formulary (via co-chairing pharmacy and therapeutics committee).
Responsibilities:
1.Develops & maintains a clinical practice in the oncology setting, cooperating with medical & nursing personnel to optimize the pharmacotherapeutic aspects of patient care. Provides optimal selection of pharmacologic agents and design of a regimen to maximize therapeutics benefit and minimize toxicity. Provides daily follow-up on the clinical effects of the regimen with adjustments as necessary to achieved desired outcomes. 2.Provides drug and clinical information to other healthcare professionals in response to specific questions relating to new evolving issues related to the care of patients with cancer. Provides professional education regarding new drugs, biologics or technologies for specialized drug delivery. Provides a significant level of education to professionals, trainees, residents, students and patients. Responsible for monitoring and assessing performance of the learner and providing feedback using appropriate learning objectives that are aligned with the desired learning outcomes. 3.Performs pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring for all patients on drugs where therapeutic levels are reported. 4.Provides visual, spoken and written clinical education and training to pharmacy students, pharmacists, clinical pharmacists and residents in the Department of Pharmacy. 5.Provides managerial responsibilities for the operations of the Cancer Center satellite, including process improvements and maintaining oncology formulary. Designs, supports and implements policies to provide effective and efficient use of resources for ensuring that budget, quality and value targets are met in collaboration with the Acute Care Manager. 6.Develop, review, assist and maintain, in collaboration with members of the Department of Hematology/Oncology various protocols and regimens within the computerized physician order system.
Other Information:
* Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an approved college of Pharmacy required. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree preferred.
* Registered as a licensed pharmacist or eligible for reciprocity in the State of Connecticut. (Must obtain a registered license within 3 months of employment.).Board Certification in Oncology required within 1 year of employment
* Previous oncology pharmacy practice experience (3 to 5 years) in institutional environment and/or completion of an ASHP-accredited hospital (PGYI & PGY2) residency with a focus in oncology
* Member of the local, regional, and national professional organizations preferred.
* Demonstrated knowledge and compliance with all State, Federal, and malpractice laws of pharmacy practice.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and experience working on interdisciplinary initiatives across all levels of organization
Working Conditions:
Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 1925
Department: Oncology Pharmacy
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $59.01 - $109.58 Hourly
We are an equal opportunity employer
Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
Clinical Pharmacist 2 - FT - Day/Eve
Danbury, CT jobs
Performs all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provides information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Actively participates in governance, teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Participates in patient care rounding. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Complies with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Medication Processing and Dispensing
a. Reviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
b. Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.
c. Ensures all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.
d. Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and do so in a clear concise manner.
e. Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. obtain drugs in select emergency situations.
f. Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications.
2. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Information
a. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options
b. Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.
c. Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.
d. Retrieves, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.
e. Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.
f. Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;
i. IV to PO conversions
ii. Antibiotic dosing, and monitoring
iii. Renal dosing adjustments
g. Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.
h. Regularly participates in patient care rounding.
3. Patient Counseling and Communication
a. Counsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.
b. Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.
c. Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.
d. Represents the department in a professional manner at all committee or task force meetings and reports a summary back to department manager and staff.
e. Able to present professionally in a multidisciplinary setting.
f. Communicates clearly, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff.
4. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy Workflow
a. Actively take responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.
b. Oversees, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.
c. Maintains and promotes positivity, and professional working environment.
d. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.
e. Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures.
5. Project Management and Departmental Goals
a. Develops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.
b. Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.
c. Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.
d. Actively participates in governance teams and meetings.
6. Provides Training, Team Teaching, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents, and New Hires
a. Helps train and develop in all areas.
b. Provides training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students.
c. Has ownership of teaching rotations.
d. Provides and develops interdisciplinary education materials.
e. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals.
7. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy
a. Demonstrates ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.
b. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.
c. Maintains compliance with all hospital and networks policies.
d. Demonstrates ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.
e. Identifies patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed.
8. Conduct
a. Is a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.
b. Abides to hospital and network values.
c. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.
d. Follows policies and procedures.
e. Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.
f. Maintains a clean and clutter free work area.
* *
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
*MINIMUM 1 YEAR OF EXPERIENCE IN SIMILAR ROLE*
Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 134
Department: Pharmacy
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $59.01 - $109.58 Hourly
We are an equal opportunity employer
Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Oncology
Danbury, CT jobs
at Danbury Hospital
The primary functions of the Oncology Pharmacy Specialist are developing and providing quality pharmaceutical care to all oncology/hematology patients, including monitoring drug therapy, provision of clinical and drug information, participating in patient rounds in designated areas, supervises the preparation on chemotherapy and maintaining and developing clinical protocols. The Oncology Pharmacy Specialist will oversee and manage the chemotherapy medication formulary (via co-chairing pharmacy and therapeutics committee).
Responsibilities:
1.Develops & maintains a clinical practice in the oncology setting, cooperating with medical & nursing personnel to optimize the pharmacotherapeutic aspects of patient care. Provides optimal selection of pharmacologic agents and design of a regimen to maximize therapeutics benefit and minimize toxicity. Provides daily follow-up on the clinical effects of the regimen with adjustments as necessary to achieved desired outcomes. 2.Provides drug and clinical information to other healthcare professionals in response to specific questions relating to new evolving issues related to the care of patients with cancer. Provides professional education regarding new drugs, biologics or technologies for specialized drug delivery. Provides a significant level of education to professionals, trainees, residents, students and patients. Responsible for monitoring and assessing performance of the learner and providing feedback using appropriate learning objectives that are aligned with the desired learning outcomes. 3.Performs pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring for all patients on drugs where therapeutic levels are reported. 4.Provides visual, spoken and written clinical education and training to pharmacy students, pharmacists, clinical pharmacists and residents in the Department of Pharmacy. 5.Provides managerial responsibilities for the operations of the Cancer Center satellite, including process improvements and maintaining oncology formulary. Designs, supports and implements policies to provide effective and efficient use of resources for ensuring that budget, quality and value targets are met in collaboration with the Acute Care Manager. 6.Develop, review, assist and maintain, in collaboration with members of the Department of Hematology/Oncology various protocols and regimens within the computerized physician order system.
Other Information:
Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an approved college of Pharmacy required. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree preferred.
Registered as a licensed pharmacist or eligible for reciprocity in the State of Connecticut. (Must obtain a registered license within 3 months of employment.).Board Certification in Oncology required within 1 year of employment
Previous oncology pharmacy practice experience (3 to 5 years) in institutional environment and/or completion of an ASHP-accredited hospital (PGYI & PGY2) residency with a focus in oncology
Member of the local, regional, and national professional organizations preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge and compliance with all State, Federal, and malpractice laws of pharmacy practice.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and experience working on interdisciplinary initiatives across all levels of organization
Working Conditions:
Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 1925
Department: Oncology Pharmacy
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $59.01 - $109.58 Hourly
Auto-ApplyClinical Pharmacist 2 - FT - Day/Eve
Danbury, CT jobs
at Danbury Hospital
Performs all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provides information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Actively participates in governance, teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Participates in patient care rounding. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Complies with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Medication Processing and Dispensing
a. Reviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner. Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
b. Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.
c. Ensures all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.
d. Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and can do so in a clear concise manner.
e. Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. Can obtain drugs in select emergency situations.
f. Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications.
2. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Information
a. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options
b. Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.
c. Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.
d. Retrieves, analyzes, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.
e. Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.
f. Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;
i. IV to PO conversions
ii. Antibiotic dosing, stewardship, and monitoring
iii. Renal dosing adjustments
g. Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.
h. Regularly participates in patient care rounding.
3. Patient Counseling and Communication
a. Counsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.
b. Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.
c. Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.
d. Represents the department in a professional manner at all committee or task force meetings and reports a summary back to department manager and staff.
e. Able to present professionally in a multidisciplinary setting.
f. Communicates clearly, concisely, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff.
4. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy Workflow
a. Actively take responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.
b. Oversees, prioritizes, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.
c. Maintains and promotes positivity, teamwork, and professional working environment.
d. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.
e. Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures.
5. Project Management and Departmental Goals
a. Develops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.
b. Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.
c. Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.
d. Actively participates in governance teams and meetings.
6. Provides Training, Team Teaching, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents, and New Hires
a. Helps train and develop inexperienced staff in all areas.
b. Provides training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students.
c. Has ownership of teaching rotations.
d. Provides and develops interdisciplinary education materials.
e. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals.
7. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy
a. Demonstrates ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.
b. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.
c. Maintains compliance with all hospital and networks policies.
d. Demonstrates ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.
e. Identifies patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed.
8. Conduct
a. Is a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.
b. Abides to hospital and network values.
c. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.
d. Follows policies and procedures.
e. Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.
f. Maintains a clean and clutter free work area.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM 1 YEAR OF EXPERIENCE IN SIMILAR ROLE
Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 134
Department: Pharmacy
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $59.01 - $109.58 Hourly
Auto-ApplyClinical Pharmacist 2 - FT - Day/Eve
Danbury, CT jobs
Performs all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provides information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Actively participates in governance, teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Participates in patient care rounding. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Complies with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. Medication Processing and Dispensing
a. Reviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
b. Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.
c. Ensures all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.
d. Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and do so in a clear concise manner.
e. Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. obtain drugs in select emergency situations.
f. Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications.
2. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Information
a. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options
b. Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.
c. Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.
d. Retrieves, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.
e. Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.
f. Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;
i. IV to PO conversions
ii. Antibiotic dosing, and monitoring
iii. Renal dosing adjustments
g. Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.
h. Regularly participates in patient care rounding.
3. Patient Counseling and Communication
a. Counsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.
b. Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.
c. Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.
d. Represents the department in a professional manner at all committee or task force meetings and reports a summary back to department manager and staff.
e. Able to present professionally in a multidisciplinary setting.
f. Communicates clearly, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff.
4. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy Workflow
a. Actively take responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.
b. Oversees, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.
c. Maintains and promotes positivity, and professional working environment.
d. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.
e. Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures.
5. Project Management and Departmental Goals
a. Develops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.
b. Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.
c. Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.
d. Actively participates in governance teams and meetings.
6. Provides Training, Team Teaching, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents, and New Hires
a. Helps train and develop in all areas.
b. Provides training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students.
c. Has ownership of teaching rotations.
d. Provides and develops interdisciplinary education materials.
e. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals.
7. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy
a. Demonstrates ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.
b. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.
c. Maintains compliance with all hospital and networks policies.
d. Demonstrates ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.
e. Identifies patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed.
8. Conduct
a. Is a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.
b. Abides to hospital and network values.
c. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.
d. Follows policies and procedures.
e. Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.
f. Maintains a clean and clutter free work area.
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9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 134
Department: Pharmacy
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $59.84 - $111.12 Hourly
We are an equal opportunity employer
Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
Clinical Pharmacist 2 Sign on Bonus
Norwalk, CT jobs
at Norwalk Hospital Association
$5,000.00 sign on bonus! Summary:Performs all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provides information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Actively participates in governance, teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Participates in patient care rounding. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Complies with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures. Responsibilities: Medication Processing and DispensingReviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner. Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.Ensures all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and can do so in a clear concise manner.Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. Can obtain drugs in select emergency situations.Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug InformationDemonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.Retrieves, analyzes, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;IV to PO conversions Antibiotic dosing, stewardship, and monitoring Renal dosing adjustments Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.Regularly participates in patient care rounding. Patient Counseling and CommunicationCounsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.Represents the department in a professional manner at all committee or task force meetings and reports a summary back to department manager and staff.Able to present professionally in a multidisciplinary setting.Communicates clearly, concisely, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy WorkflowActively take responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.Oversees, prioritizes, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.Maintains and promotes positivity, teamwork, and professional working environment.Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures. Project Management and Departmental GoalsDevelops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.Actively participates in governance teams and meetings. Provides Training, Team Teaching, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents, and New HiresHelps train and develop inexperienced staff in all areas.Provides training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students.Has ownership of teaching rotations.Provides and develops interdisciplinary education materials.Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy Demonstrates ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.Demonstrates knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.Maintains compliance with all hospital and networks policies.Demonstrates ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.Identifies patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed. ConductIs a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.Abides to hospital and network values. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.Follows policies and procedures.Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.Maintains a clean and clutter free work area. Performs other duties as assigned.Other Information:Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.Working Conditions:Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Auto-ApplyClinical Pharmacist 2
Norwalk, CT jobs
at Norwalk Hospital Association
$5000 sign-on bonus! New Grads Welcome to apply! Summary: Performs all functions needed to ensure proper storage, preparation and dispensing of medications. Interpret and evaluate physician orders for appropriateness and safety. Provides information and recommendations to ensure the safe, timely, accurate and appropriate administration of medications. Actively participates in governance, teaching, education, and monitoring efforts. Participates in patient care rounding. Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Complies with all state and federal regulations, established peer standards and Hospital policies and procedures. Responsibilities:Medication Processing and DispensingReviews, interprets, and verifies medication orders for safety and appropriateness in a timely manner. Conducts patient profile reviews prior to verifying/dispensing. Identifies and resolves basic order entry and prescribing problems. Makes appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.Dispenses accurately labeled medications in the appropriate packaging in a timely manner. Understands all drug preparation techniques and can perform or oversee the timely preparation of medications to ensure product and patient safety.Ensures all sterile compounded medications and IV solutions are handled and labeled according to applicable regulatory standards and policies.Understands and complies with required Pharmacy Department documentation in all areas and can do so in a clear concise manner.Understands the purchasing process and assists in inventory control to reduce waste. Can obtain drugs in select emergency situations.Suggests appropriate alternatives to non-formulary medications. Clinical Pharmacy and Drug InformationDemonstrates strong problem-solving skills and offers reasonable solutions/options Maintains drug knowledge and competency and keeps up to date with current trends and practices in pharmacy.Demonstrates initiative in learning about new disease and drug therapies.Retrieves, analyzes, and communicates drug information from available resources in a professional and timely manner.Demonstrates an understanding of the pharmacotherapy of disease states.Performs daily clinical functions including but not limited to;IV to PO conversions Antibiotic dosing, stewardship, and monitoring Renal dosing adjustments Collects and interprets data to design, recommend, implement, monitor, and/or modify patient-specific pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other health care professionals to optimize drug therapy.Regularly participates in patient care rounding. Patient Counseling and CommunicationCounsels patients as needed about their drug therapy to ensure safe use and maximize patient outcomes.Demonstrates respect for patients and maintains a pleasant and professional attitude.Communicates any patient needs or findings with the medical team.Represents the department in a professional manner at all committee or task force meetings and reports a summary back to department manager and staff.Able to present professionally in a multidisciplinary setting.Communicates clearly, concisely, and courteously, both in person and over the phone, with all hospital staff. Oversee/Check/Monitor Central Pharmacy WorkflowActively take responsibility for overseeing all activities pertinent to drug preparation, dispensing and distribution. Conducts in-process and final checks on the performance of all actions taken by pharmacy technicians.Oversees, prioritizes, and directs daily activities of the Pharmacy Technicians.Maintains and promotes positivity, teamwork, and professional working environment.Demonstrates ability to prioritize workloads, optimize productivity and maintain compliance with all regulations.Recognizes and makes suggestions and recommendations to solve problems, increase productivity, improve department policies and procedures, and to promote cost-saving measures. Project Management and Departmental GoalsDevelops, initiates, maintains, and completes assigned projects.Understands and actively contributes to departmental goals.Performs clinical and/or regulatory monitoring.Actively participates in governance teams and meetings. Provides Training, Team Teaching, Mentoring, and Precepting of Students, Residents, and New HiresHelps train and develop inexperienced staff in all areas.Provides training, team teaching, mentoring, and precepting of students.Has ownership of teaching rotations.Provides and develops interdisciplinary education materials.Develops content and delivers in-services to pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. Demonstrate ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations such as but not limited to USP 797, USP 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, CMS code of participation and hospital/network policy Demonstrates ability to reference and look up pharmacy regulations.Demonstrates knowledge and ability to work and comply with all pharmacy regulations, specifically USP 797 and 800, Joint Commission medication management, applicable state law, drug laws, and CMS code of participation.Maintains compliance with all hospital and networks policies.Demonstrates ability to accurately document any necessary regulatory documentation.Identifies patterns of non-compliance and report to management as needed. ConductIs a leader who exemplifies teamwork and accountability.Abides to hospital and network values. Maintains safe and pleasant working conditions and promotes productivity.Follows policies and procedures.Anticipates workflow and accommodates peak periods and effectively utilizes downtime.Maintains a clean and clutter free work area. Performs other duties as assigned.Other Information:Computer skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.Working Conditions:Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Auto-ApplyRetail Pharmacy Technician Per Diem
Norwalk, CT jobs
is located at our Community/Retail pharmacy. SWC - Connecticut Avenue, Norwalk, CT. The purpose of this position is to ensure that pharmacy technician service remains uninterrupted during technician vacations and absences. The position would contribute to achieving the organization's objectives by maintaining the conditions necessary for safe and timely medication access.
Responsibilities:
* Assists the pharmacist in the processing, preparation, filling, and delivery of prescription orders.
* Assists in the maintenance of all drug storage areas in the pharmacy, maintaining adequate inventory, removing outdated medications and replacing as necessary
* Point of sale: Accurately handle cash, process customer transactions, including cash, credit cards, checks, refunds, charge account transactions and accurately process the daily cash receipts and generate reports in the manner preferred by the accounting personnel.
* Generation of all daily pharmacy reports as required by the department, state and federal law
* Fills prescriptions in accordance with all state and federal laws
* -Ability to Learn and demonstrate an understanding of the policies and participate in the pharmacy activities required to assure the pharmacy's compliance with URAC standards as they relate to Pharmacy Operations, Specialty Drug Management and Patient Management as mandated for accreditation
* Handles various duties including, but not limited to, ordering, counting, and receiving inventory, the appropriate handling and stocking of drug products, and prescription record keeping.
* Heavy customer contact requiring excellent customer service skills while on the phone and directly at the point of sale.
* Complies with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandates and self-imposed manufacturer restrictions on particular drugs, as applicable including Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) programs and manufacturer limited distribution drug requirements.
* Documents all required activities on a daily basis as required including temperature, humidity, refrigerator temperatures and required cleaning activities.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Fluency in Spanish and/or Creole a plus.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: SWC Corporation
Org Unit: 471
Department: SWC Pharmacy Conn Ave
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $17.60 - $33.48 Hourly
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Retail Pharmacy Technician Per Diem
Norwalk, CT jobs
is located at our Community/Retail pharmacy. SWC - Connecticut Avenue, Norwalk, CT. The purpose of this position is to ensure that pharmacy technician service remains uninterrupted during technician vacations and absences. The position would contribute to achieving the organization's objectives by maintaining the conditions necessary for safe and timely medication access.
Responsibilities:
* Assists the pharmacist in the processing, preparation, filling, and delivery of prescription orders.
* Assists in the maintenance of all drug storage areas in the pharmacy, maintaining adequate inventory, removing outdated medications and replacing as necessary
* Point of sale: Accurately handle cash, process customer transactions, including cash, credit cards, checks, refunds, charge account transactions and accurately process the daily cash receipts and generate reports in the manner preferred by the accounting personnel.
* Generation of all daily pharmacy reports as required by the department, state and federal law
* Fills prescriptions in accordance with all state and federal laws
* -Ability to Learn and demonstrate an understanding of the policies and participate in the pharmacy activities required to assure the pharmacy's compliance with URAC standards as they relate to Pharmacy Operations, Specialty Drug Management and Patient Management as mandated for accreditation
* Handles various duties including, but not limited to, ordering, counting, and receiving inventory, the appropriate handling and stocking of drug products, and prescription record keeping.
* Heavy customer contact requiring excellent customer service skills while on the phone and directly at the point of sale.
* Complies with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandates and self-imposed manufacturer restrictions on particular drugs, as applicable including Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) programs and manufacturer limited distribution drug requirements.
* Documents all required activities on a daily basis as required including temperature, humidity, refrigerator temperatures and required cleaning activities.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Fluency in Spanish and/or Creole a plus.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: SWC Corporation
Org Unit: 471
Department: SWC Pharmacy Conn Ave
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $17.60 - $33.48 Hourly
We are an equal opportunity employer
Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
Retail Pharmacy Technician Per Diem
Norwalk, CT jobs
at SWC Corporation
is located at our Community/Retail pharmacy. SWC - Connecticut Avenue, Norwalk, CT.
The purpose of this position is to ensure that pharmacy technician service remains uninterrupted during technician vacations and absences. The position would contribute to achieving the organization's objectives by maintaining the conditions necessary for safe and timely medication access.
Responsibilities:
Assists the pharmacist in the processing, preparation, filling, and delivery of prescription orders.
Assists in the maintenance of all drug storage areas in the pharmacy, maintaining adequate inventory, removing outdated medications and replacing as necessary
Point of sale: Accurately handle cash, process customer transactions, including cash, credit cards, checks, refunds, charge account transactions and accurately process the daily cash receipts and generate reports in the manner preferred by the accounting personnel.
Generation of all daily pharmacy reports as required by the department, state and federal law
Fills prescriptions in accordance with all state and federal laws
-Ability to Learn and demonstrate an understanding of the policies and participate in the pharmacy activities required to assure the pharmacy's compliance with URAC standards as they relate to Pharmacy Operations, Specialty Drug Management and Patient Management as mandated for accreditation
Handles various duties including, but not limited to, ordering, counting, and receiving inventory, the appropriate handling and stocking of drug products, and prescription record keeping.
Heavy customer contact requiring excellent customer service skills while on the phone and directly at the point of sale.
Complies with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandates and self-imposed manufacturer restrictions on particular drugs, as applicable including Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) programs and manufacturer limited distribution drug requirements.
Documents all required activities on a daily basis as required including temperature, humidity, refrigerator temperatures and required cleaning activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Fluency in Spanish and/or Creole a plus.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: SWC Corporation
Org Unit: 471
Department: SWC Pharmacy Conn Ave
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $17.60 - $33.48 Hourly
Auto-ApplyIntern Pharmacist - PRN (Retail)
Norwalk, CT jobs
at Norwalk Hospital Association
The intern pharmacist would assist the full-time pharmacy staff during times of pharmacist PTO, as an intern may perform many of the functions of a pharmacist while under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
Responsibilities:
1. Filling prescriptions.
2. Patient counseling.
3. Answering patient inquiries.
4. Answering drug information requests from providers.
5. Obtaining prior authorizations.
6. Consulting prescribers about prescription problems.
7. Ensuring proper billing of prescriptions.
8. Performing medication therapy management.
9. Maintaining drug inventory.
10. Ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.
11. Ordering medications from wholesalers.
12. Consulting drug references for information.
Other Information:
Previous retail pharmacy experience helpful.
Working Conditions:
Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 657
Department: NH Pharmacy Conn Ave
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $17.00 - $28.50 Hourly
Auto-ApplyClinical Pharmacist - Per Diem
Pharmacist job at Yale New Haven Health
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
As members of a High Reliability Organization (HRO), every employee should practice CHAMP behavior and strive to make patient safety a top priority. Demonstrates a mastery of basic skills of a professional pharmacist. Synthesizes an acquired body of knowledge with experience gained in order to have a positive impact on patient care. Demonstrates clinically sound decision making skills.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
* 1. Resolves drug distribution problems assuring accurate and timely dose delivery to all patients
* 1.1 Responds to telephone requests for medication in appropriate fashion accommodating callers request or routing call to appropriate person.
* 2. Interprets Clinical and Pharmacokinetic Lab Data in order to formulate medication monitoring plans.
* 2.1 Demonstrates knowledge of basic pharmacokinetic principles.
* 3. Problem Identification & Resolution
* 3.1 Communicates and documents problem detection, relevant findings, recommendations, and necessary follow-up.
* 4. Provides drug information to nurses, MDs, and other health care professionals
* 4.1 Serves as primary source of drug information to physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals
* 5. Educational Activities
* 5.1 Participates in and contributes to educational forums within the department (written or verbal).
* 6. Documents medication use variances (MUVs) and Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs).
* 6.1 Provides vialble solutions to prevent recurrence of MUVs
* 7. Regulatory and Safety Quality Compliance
* 7.1 Effectively demonstrates the principles and conduct consistent with a High Reliability Organization
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy with a B.S. or Pharm.D. degree. Completion of a residency in hospital pharmacy from a program accredited by the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists is desirable but not required.
EXPERIENCE
Two years experience in an acute care hospital pharmacy is preferred for this position.
LICENSURE
Licensed to practice pharmacy in Connecticut (or eligible for reciprocation)
SPECIAL SKILLS
This individual should demonstrate knowledge of pharmacology and therapeutics, and understand pharmacy systems of drug distribution, and formulary management. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with others are required.
YNHHS Requisition ID
151426