Acute Clinical Staff Pharmacist

Banner Health; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Casper, Wyoming seeks a Pharmacist to deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care within the medication use process. You will oversee pharmacy technicians and interns, coordinate workflow, verify medications prior to dispensing, and document patient care activities in the medical record.

The role requires licensure as a Pharmacist, a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, and the ability to provide age-appropriate pharmaceutical care while complying with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted Pharmacist licensure in the state of practice and a degree in Pharmacy.
• Pharmacist license and APPE/ residency are preferred for hospital settings.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and health care teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care through the medication use process.
• Oversee pharmacy technicians and interns and coordinate workflow.
• Verify and approve medications prior to dispensing and document patient care activities.
• Provide care compliant with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Pharmacist licensure

Pharmacy degree

Communication skills

Computer skills

Problem solving

Education

Pharmacy degree from an accredited college

Unrestricted Pharmacist licensure

Tools

Medication management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Primary City/State: Casper, Wyoming

Department Name: Pharmacy-Hosp

Work Shift: Varied

Job Category: Pharmacy

Pharmacy careers are better at Banner Health! Innovation and highly trained staff. Our Pharmacy team members play acritical role in ensuring the best care for our patients. Join anationally recognized leader that values excellence and begin making a difference in people's lives.

The Pharmacist isresponsible for delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical care through the medication use process, ensuring safe, accurate, andeffective medication therapy for patients. This role overseespharmacy technicians and interns, coordinates workflow, verifies and approves medications prior to dispensing, and maintains thorough documentation of patient care activities. The Pharmacist assesses patient-specific needs, interprets clinical information, and provides age-appropriate pharmaceutical care while maintaining compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal pharmacy regulations.

Fromtowering, snow-capped mountain ranges to elevated prairies, Wyoming is anoutpost of rugged beauty, and home to some a variety of wildlife. This state has afriendly, welcoming culture with a Western flair that is evident from the luxury of Jackson Hole to its historic small towns. Fromnational parks andAmerican Indian powwows to five-star food, sumptuous spas and a lively craft beer scene, Wyoming offers an invigorating view into authentic Western life.

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety ofhealth, financial, and security benefits.

This position provides staffing support across a variety of10-hour shifts to meet operational needs. The schedule includes a mix ofdaytime, evening, weekend, and holiday coverage on a rotating basis. Typical shifts include7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., 7:30 a.m. to 6:0o p.m., and 12:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., based on department needs.

Banner Wyoming Medical Center is located in the heart of Casper Wyoming. As the state's largest inpatient facility, Wyoming Medical Center is known and highly regarded for its cardiac and stroke services. With 249 beds and a level 2 trauma center, Wyoming Medical Center is proud to serve the entire state of Wyoming.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the delivery of pharmaceutical care to patients using the medication use process. This position is accountable for documentation of all components of pharmaceutical care they deliver to patients. Oversees the activities of pharmacy technicians and interns, coordinating workflow and approving medications prior to being dispensed. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients being served. Must assess data reflective of the patient's status, interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements and provide pharmaceutical care based on those needs. Adheres to local, state, and federal laws regarding the profession of pharmacy practice.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Processes medication orders and evaluates their appropriateness and completeness with respect to patient data including age, height, weight, diagnosis, laboratory values, and other pertinent patient information.
2. Utilizes clinical pharmacy skills to assess patient medication regimens and formulates recommendations to ensure optimal safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness for all prescribed medication therapies. Contacts the prescriber with suggestions for improvement and resolves problems with medication orders as needed. Serves as a resource for patients and the health care team. Provides requested medication information in a timely manner.
3. Complies with directives of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee/Clinical Consensus Group. Documents activities related to patient care in the electronic medical record and other electronic databases as applicable (e.g. pharmacist to pharmacist/provider communication, adverse drug event reporting, and clinical interventions).
4. Drivers their professional development through the utilization of BPS educational resources to achieve competence in the current and future BH acute pharmacy core clinical practices and activities. Additionally, assist with training and onboarding of new staff as applicable.
5. Prepares and dispenses medications, including sterile or non-sterile compounded medications, in an accurate and timely manner in compliance with company policies and procedures and established regulatory requirements. Coordinates medication preparation and distribution and ensures accuracy prior to dispensing medications.
6. Oversees the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy, which may include management of technology, inventory management, and accurate record keeping. Supervises and directs the work of pharmacy technicians, interns, and students.
7. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
8. NOTE: The core functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

DIRECTLY REPORTING
None

MATRIX OR INDIRECT REPORTING
May provide indirect supervision to non-exempt professional staff.

TYPE OF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the resolution of issues occurring on their shift and acts as the designated supervisor. Has shift responsibility for the technical staff on duty and provides work direction in completing daily responsibilities. This position may provide initial disciplinary action or counseling that is required on an immediate basis.

Banner Health Leadership will strive to uphold the mission, values, and purpose of the organization. They will serve as role models for staff and act in a people-centered, service excellence-focused, and results-oriented manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

• IP - Typical Indirect Patient Care Environment: (CSPD Instrument Technician, Lab Technician, Pharmacist)
• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently.
• May be required to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.
• May require periodic to frequent use of personal computer.
• Off-site travel may be required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires unrestricted Pharmacist licensure in the state of practice and a degree in Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy.
• Incumbents in Arizona are also required to provide the AZ Board of Pharmacy Wallet Card at time of hire.
• If not licensed in the state of practice, must have completed the Board of Pharmacy application process within 30 days of job offer. Must be licensed within 90 days of hire unless the delay is due to the State Board of Pharmacy.
• Banner Registry and Travel positions require a current and unrestricted Pharmacist license (not intern) at the time of hire and a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a pharmacist in the specialty area.
• Must possess good organizational, problem solving, and computer skills. Must possess good written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and other contacts. Must be able to use reference tools to evaluate patient care and answer questions posed by customers.
• Must have knowledge of computer software, particularly medication management information system software, Microsoft applications and Automated dispensing system.
• Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of an accredited pharmacy residency program or previous clinical pharmacy experience preferred.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.