Sterile IV Room Services Coordinator

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital; Pelham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IV-Room Coordinator to ensure compliance with USP <797> standards and oversee the IV Room operations. This pivotal role involves training staff, managing medication orders, and collaborating with the Pharmacy Director to enhance service quality. The ideal candidate will have extensive clinical pharmacy experience and strong leadership skills, ensuring safe medication practices and compliance within a dynamic healthcare environment. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in patient care and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in a clinical pharmacy role demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge.
• Strong understanding of pharmacotherapy and drug interactions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure IV Room compliance with USP <797> standards and oversee staff training.
• Assist in developing Drug Administration Guidelines and complete special projects.

Skills

Pharmacotherapy

Drug Interactions

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Pharmacy Information Systems

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy

Master's Degree in a related field

Tools

EHRs

Job description

- The IV-Room Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that the Faulkner Hospital Pharmacy IV Room services meet USP <797> compliance. This includes staying knowledgeable in all areas of sterile products manufacturing, instructing new IV room staff, monitoring staff sterile technique, and updating staff on procedural changes.

- Responsibilities also include assisting vendors servicing the IV Room (Cleaning, Environmental Monitoring, etc.), processing medication orders entered by prescribers, and providing medications promptly and accurately for patient administration. The role involves supplying pertinent, timely, and accurate information to healthcare workers and patients for safe medication use.

- The IV-Room Coordinator fulfills all requirements of the Staff Pharmacist role and is primarily responsible for ensuring IV Room compliance with USP <797> standards. They train and oversee all IV personnel training, coordinate daily IV Room operations efficiently, and serve as a resource on IV Additive processes for hospital staff.

- Collaborating with the Pharmacy Director, the Coordinator strives to improve the IV Additive program's functioning and service. They also maintain competency in the main pharmacy and clinical areas, attending IV-related continuing education annually.

- The role includes ensuring staff competency in the IV Room per USP <797>, ensuring adherence to SOPs, assisting in developing Drug Administration Guidelines, and completing special projects assigned by the Director of Pharmacy.

Education

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Studies required; Master's Degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience in lieu of a degree is not accepted.

Licenses and Credentials

• Valid Pharmacist [State License] required.

Experience

• 5-7 years in a clinical pharmacy role demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge and expertise.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of pharmacotherapy, drug interactions, and evidence-based medicine.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage and mentor staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with pharmacy information systems and EHRs.
• Detail-oriented with problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Standing frequently (34-66%), walking frequently, sitting occasionally, lifting frequently (35 lbs+ with assistance), carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, foot use, vision (far and near), talking, and hearing as specified.

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected statuses, and accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities.