Clinical Pharmacist - Night Shift 7 on/7 off

Boston Medical Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare in Baltimore, MD seeks a pharmacist to oversee safe and economical drug use in a hospital setting. You will review prescriptions, coordinate with medical staff, and supervise dispensing operations for patient care units.

The role requires a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy with 0–3 years experience and a current Maryland license. Expect collaboration with physicians and nurses, teaching, and ongoing quality improvement.

Qualifications

• PharmD from an accredited college or university or BS in Pharmacy from an accredited pharmacy school with 0–3 years of experience.
• Current Maryland State Pharmacist License.
• Experience with IV admixture, parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy drugs.
• Ability to interpret clinical data and monitor drug interactions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Fills prescriptions in accordance with scope of professional license and ensures proper recordation of drug use including ordering, storage and distribution of pharmaceuticals, including controlled substances.
• Prepares intravenous admixture solutions, ensuring compatibility and stability of various additives in these specially compounded solutions.
• Organizes daily operations of dispensing area and mentors pharmacy interns, technicians and students.
• Advises physicians and nurses about drug interactions, incompatibilities, side effects, and instructions for drug administration.
• Performs Medical Use Evaluations (MUE) and supports safe, effective and economical drug use within budget.
• Participates in interviewing and hiring new employees, oversees orientation and training, provides performance feedback.

Skills

Clinical pharmacology

Pharmacy operations

IV admixture

Data interpretation

Team coordination

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Pharm D

BS in Pharmacy

Job description

Under general supervision, facilitates the safe, effective and economic use of drugs in a fiscally responsible manner. Reviews prescriptions obtains clarification as necessary and regularly consults with medical staff, nursing personnel and others in order to coordinate delivery of high quality pharmaceutical services to Hospital patients.Education:Pharm D from an accredited college or university or BS in Pharmacy from an accredited pharmacy school, college or university with 0-3 years of experience.Licensures/Certifications:Current Maryland State Pharmacist License.Skills:• Thorough knowledge of current theory and practice of proper pharmacy services.• Knowledge of clinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, adverse drug reactions and drug interactions and ability to interpret clinical laboratory data.• Skill in preparing intravenous admixture solutions such as parenteral nutrition formulations and chemotherapeutic agents.• Skill in data analysis and interpretation.• Ability or organize and prioritize the day-to-day activities to be most efficient when assigned to specific patient care units.• Skill in problem assessment and resolution.• Ability to coordinate the work of others when tasked.• Knowledge of personnel practices such as monitoring attendance, evaluating & improving performance, and handling employee complaints.• Skill in managing teams.• Skill in oral and written communication.• Good critical thinking skills.• Performs other duties as required.Patient & Workplace Safety:Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.Patient Population:Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Fills prescriptions in accordance with scope of professional license and ensures proper recordation of drug use including ordering, storage and distribution of pharmaceuticals, including controlled substances.• Prepares intravenous admixture solutions, ensuring compatibility and stability of various additives in these specially compounded solutions.• Organizes daily operations of assigned dispensing area and closely reviews work of pharmacy interns, technicians and perform the duties as a preceptor for pharmacy students• Advises physicians and nurses about drug interactions, incompatibilities, side effects, instructions for drug administration, and the matters pertaining to the optimum use of medications. Resolves any issues pertaining to medication use, clarifying orders, and providing drug information between patient care areas and the Pharmacy Department.• Performs MUE (Medical Use Evaluations). Facilities the safe, effective and economic use of drugs in a fiscally responsible manner.• Readily accepts challenges and performs assignments utilizing critical thinking skills.• Identifies and anticipates issues, takes responsibility for correcting it with a well-thought-out solution.• Participates in interviewing & hiring new employees, oversees the orientation & training of new & current employees, provides performance feedback periodically and maintains the documentation necessary to support decisions related to performance.• Willingly mentors colleagues, co-workers and students.• Reads e-mail daily on scheduled work days.• Follows-up on the reporting of Adverse Drug Reactions and assists with the quality improvement activities in the department.• Monitors, investigates and responds to customer feedback, modifying office systems as needed.All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:RespectI will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy.Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities.ExcellenceI will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations.Actively pursues learning and self-development.Pays attention to detail; follows through.AccountabilityI will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.Sets a positive, professional example for others.Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them.Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties.Reports to work regularly and on time.TeamworkI will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team.Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way.Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions.Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others.Ethical BehaviorI will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment.Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers.ResultsI will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.Embraces change and improvement in the work environment.Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services.Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles.Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently.Pay Range$50.63 - $89.10Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.