Clinical Pharmacist

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, seeks a Pharmacist to assist in the development and documentation of the clinical pharmacy program.

This role includes dispensing medications and advising on dosing, side effects, and compatibilities for patients from neonates to geriatrics, in collaboration with the Clinical Pharmacy Manager, Pharmacy Operations Manager, AVP Pharmacy, staff pharmacists, and medical staff.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist cares for medication-related information and patient safety.
• Team collaboration with physicians, pharmacists and staff.
• Lifelong learning through required ACPE hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, implementation, and documentation of the clinical pharmacy program.
• Dispense medications and provide dosing, side effect, and compatibility information for patients.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm. D

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Eight-hour shifts between 6am and 7pm with alternating weekends.

Job Summary:

Assist in the development, implementation, and documentation of the clinical program. This will be accomplished through collaboration with the Clinical Pharmacy Manager, Pharmacy Operations Manager, AVP Pharmacy, staff pharmacists, medical staff, and other healthcare professionals. Performs all functions relating to the dispensing of medications, including the provision of information about dosing, side effects, and compatibilities for all patients ranging from neonates to geriatric.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm. D degree.
• Must be licensed in the State of Louisiana.
• Obtain at least 15 ACPE approved education hours per year recommended.
• PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency OR 3 years experience as Clinical Pharmacist preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

• Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) – NONE
• Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, reaching, handling/feeling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home.

St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.