Clinical Pharmacy Speclst NEx Per Diem

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for the Home Infusion Pharmacy. This per-diem, part-time role supports distributive and clinical pharmacy activities to ensure safe and effective infusion therapies in accordance with regulations.

You will review orders, counsel patients and clinicians, prepare sterile IV admixtures, monitor therapy, and participate in training and quality activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (required).
• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in Illinois (required).
• Experience with intravenous admixture services and chemotherapy.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians, nurses and other professionals.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible with work schedule and able to work per diem/part-time shifts.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify new patient orders and documentation.
• Provide drug information to patients and health-care professionals.
• Prepare sterile IV admixtures and dispense pharmaceuticals per laws and standards.
• Maintain pharmacy records and conduct literature review to maintain pharmacotherapy knowledge.
• Monitor drug therapy and communicate findings to the care team.
• Assist in training staff and participate in quality assurance activities.
• Participate in on-call rotation and department meetings.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Problem solving

Team player

Flexible schedule

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Illinois Pharmacist license

ASHP Residency or Doctor of Pharmacy (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $62.92 - $94.37 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist performs specified distributive and clinical pharmacy activities and related services as they pertain to providing safe and effective infusion therapies (in accordance with State, Federal and OSHA regulations) for the Home Infusion Pharmacy. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of Illinois.
• Experience and strong knowledge base in intravenous admixture services, intravenous drug therapy and chemotherapy.
• Capable of assuming responsibility for evaluating and monitoring drug therapy relative to the total needs/problems of the ambulatory care patient in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
• Be able to work effectively with others to provide safe and effective drug therapy.
• Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems.
• Flexibility with work schedule.
• Participation and membership in professional societies and organizations.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Dependable in attendance and job performance.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude and work ethic.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy or ASHP Residency.
• Two years recent experience in an acute-care setting or one year recent experience in home infusion therapy.

Physical Demands:

• Normal office, warehouse and clinical environments.
• May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to blood-borne pathogens, chemotherapeutic agents, cleaning and sanitizing agents.

Responsibilities:

1. Receives, reviews and verifies all new patient orders and documents are the same on the respective order form.

2. Provides consultation and answers inquiries from patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding medications and their appropriate use.

3. Supervises, coordinates, directs and/or participates in the preparation of sterile intravenous admixtures, dispenses all pharmaceuticals and related supplies and equipment in accordance with federal, state and local laws and standards of practice which govern the profession of pharmacy.

4. Processes and checks all medications, supplies and equipment prior to dispensing from the pharmacy. Process all orders in a timely fashion.

5. Maintains pharmacy records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

6. Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy by reviewing the literature and attending in-services, seminars and conferences.

7. Accurately administers all procedures involved with the procurement, inventory control, record maintenance and distribution of investigational drugs.

8. Monitors drug therapy and communicates relevant findings to other health care professionals who are also responsible for patient care.

9. Supervises support personnel in the data entry process, filling and dispensing of prescriptions, proper storage and adequate inventory control of drugs.

10. Participates in on-call rotation.

11. Participates in orientation/training programs for new personnel and current staff. Participates in the educational activities of pharmacy technicians and serves as a preceptor exposing them to all aspects of pharmacy practice.

12. Participates in departmental Quality Assurance activities.

13. Performs marketing support functions as requested.

14. Attends department meetings as scheduled.

15. Performs within the framework of the RUMC/HDM. L.L.C. policies and procedures.

16. Performs other tasks or special projects as assigned by management.

17. Use of telephone, computer systems, laminar air flow hoods, copiers, fax machines, calculator and other office equipment.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Position Clinical Pharmacy Speclst NEx Per Diem

Location US:IL:Chicago

Req ID 29355