Clinical Staff Pharmacist 7/7 AM

Baptist Health; Talladega (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pharmacist to perform essential procedures in a health system environment. This role involves dispensing medications, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care. Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD, along with licensure from the Alabama Board of Pharmacy. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence in patient care and safety, where your expertise will make a significant impact on the health and well-being of the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Licensed by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Dispenses medications and IV fluids, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Plans and monitors pharmaceutical care plans for patients.
• Reports adverse drug reactions and participates in multidisciplinary rounds.

Skills

Pharmacotherapy

Patient Care

Medication Dispensing

Pharmacokinetics

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

PharmD

Tools

Medication Dispensing System

Computer Systems

Job description

Position Summary

Performs the basic pharmacist procedures required by the assigned area, consistent with scientific principles and Baptist Health policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Demonstrates understanding of safety, emergency, and risk management procedures.
2. Understands the hospital mission, personnel policies, philosophy, goals, and objectives of Pharmacy and Orlando Health.
3. Familiar with the general duties of the Pharmacy department.
4. Can identify and utilize resource persons and departments for customer service and patient care.
5. Operates pharmacy equipment according to instructions, safety regulations, and policies.
6. Dispenses medications and IV fluids using the medication dispensing system, following scientific principles and Orlando Health policies.
7. Documents appropriately in forms and systems, adhering to standards of care and quality improvement programs.
8. Understands various computer systems used in the department and at Orlando Health.
9. Develops competency in all aspects of health-system pharmacy practice, including pharmacotherapy, patient care, distributive services, drug information, and practice management.
10. Plans, organizes, executes, and monitors pharmaceutical care plans.
11. Performs pharmacotherapy, pharmacokinetics consultations, and other clinical responsibilities as applicable, e.g., TPN initiation and monitoring.
12. Evaluates and addresses alerts such as IV to PO conversions, renal dosing protocols, etc.
13. Reports and investigates adverse drug reactions and medication errors, documenting appropriately.
14. Participates in multidisciplinary rounds if applicable.
15. Maintains regular, punctual attendance per Orlando Health policies, ADA, FMLA, and other standards.
16. Ensures compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
17. Establishes open communication with patients, visitors, families, physicians, and team members, ensuring each feels valued.
18. Provides age-appropriate care, demonstrating knowledge of growth and development principles and the ability to assess patient data to meet age-specific needs.
19. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Training: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD required.

Licensure/Certification: Licensed by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy, renewed every two years.