Position Details
Works with members of the health care team to provide safe and effective drug therapy. Serves as a drug information resource to pharmacy, nursing, and medical staffs as well as to patients. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Safety/Risk Management
Follows confidentiality policies & procedures.
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Position Details
Works with members of the health care team to provide safe and effective drug therapy. Serves as a drug information resource to pharmacy, nursing, and medical staffs as well as to patients. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Safety/Risk Management
Follows confidentiality policies & procedures.
Coordination of Services
- Coordinates efforts with department operational staff.
- Participates in the precepting of undergraduate B.S. and Pharm.D. students.
Complex Aspects
- Evaluates medication orders or prescriptions for potential clinical and operational problems.
- Participates in investigational protocols as needed.
- Exercises judgment in prioritizing daily activities and demonstrates fiscal responsibility in the planning and utilization of resources.
- Supports the continuing education initiative of the Medical Center and Clinics by presenting in-services and lectures to staff.
- Assists in developing and certifying competencies in department staff in relation to their delegated roles and responsibilities in patient care practice areas.
- Participates in quality assurance activities including documenting problems and recommending resolutions.
- Monitors drug therapy through chart or patient profile reviews and interactions with other health care professionals and intervenes when appropriate.
Primary Aspects
- Review records of patients to determine the appropriateness of medication therapy
- Evaluate patient’s condition to ensure all issues are being treated
- Develop effective medication plans that minimize the risk of adverse side effects as appropriate.
- Consult with prescribers, nurses and patients on medications, doses, etc.
- Advise on correct administration of drugs
- Assess the results and outcomes of pharmaceutical treatments
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care
- Keep accurate documentation of medication plans and patient progress
- Routinely consults with physicians and nurses concerning appropriateness of orders, availability of medication, side effects, incompatibilities, formulary considerations, and current care path management.
- Is well informed of current Medical Center, Clinic and departmental policies and procedures.
- Maintains good relationships with nursing and medical staffs and conducts professional practice as an integral part of the pharmacy.
- Attends conferences, workshops, etc. and maintains licensure requirements.
- Serves as a clinical resource for specific care center staff by maintaining an appropriate level of subspecialty expertise as appropriate.
- Practices Medication Therapy Services through appropriate patient assessment and pharmacy therapy recommendations including appropriate dose, schedule, route, contradictions, and potential drug interactions. Collaborates with prescribers for clarification and/or recommends on appropriate drug therapy.
- Serves on committees as requested.
- Complies with standards of regulatory, licensing and accreditation agencies as appropriate.
- Participates in data collection for drug utilization evaluation and adverse drug reaction reporting as appropriate.
- Participates in the education of students and residents as necessary.
- Participates in department initiatives (e.g. MUE, policy review, etc.) as necessary.
Mandatory Responsibilities
- Complete assigned expiration date checks and inspections; completed and documented appropriately.
- Complete assigned pharmacy, unit, or department floor stock checks completed and documented appropriately as necessary.
- Mandatory fire/safety done and documented.
- Other mandatory continuing education and competencies completed and documented.
Technology
- Demonstrates proficiency with pharmacy information system order verification and clinical documentation (Epic, etc.).
- Demonstrates proficiency with drug information software (Micromedex).
- Demonstrates proficiency with pharmacy automation technology systems (McKesson Automation, Omnicell Systems, POS, ScriptPro, Baxa Systems, etc.) as necessary.
Professionalism
- Uses Mercy Signature Service communication skills and Demonstrates professionalism and customer service in daily activities. Communicates appropriate information between shifts.
- Displays professional and courteous behavior when working with other Mercy Co-Workers
- Maintains proper hygiene, Personal Protective Equipment and proper Mercy dress code & appearance
- Must be able to work under time constraints to complete tasks by hourly deadlines
Education: Minimum requirement of Bachelor of Science (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) in pharmacy degree from accredited school of pharmacy.
Licensure: Requires a current pharmacist license from state of practice
Preferred Experience: Two or more years clinical experience and a PGY-1 residency is preferred.
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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