Health System Pharmacist - Level II

NYC Health Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Loan Forgiveness Programs

College tuition discounts

Union Benefits

Multiple employee discounts programs

Commuter Benefits Programs

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is looking for a Health System Pharmacist in New York City to supervise a pharmacy unit and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. Candidates must hold a valid NY pharmacy license and have two years of post-licensure experience or relevant residency training.

The role involves medication management, resolving discrepancies in therapy, and participating in quality management programs. Comprehensive health benefits and retirement savings options are offered to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Valid NY State license to practice pharmacy.
• Two years of post-licensure experience or a relevant residency.
• Current Pharmacy Board Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a Pharmacy unit or perform as a specialty clinical pharmacist.
• Fill prescriptions and resolve discrepancies in patient therapy.
• Document interventions and adverse drug reactions.
• Advise prescribers on non-formulary drugs.

Skills

Good oral/written communication

Emergency medicine knowledge

Stroke knowledge

Antimicrobial Stewardship knowledge

Education

Valid NY State license to practice pharmacy

Two years of post-licensure experience

Completion of a post-graduate specialty residency or fellowship program

Current Pharmacy Board Certification

Job description

Queens Hospital Center is making good on its promise to the people of southeastern and central Queens to maximize both patient convenience and positive clinical outcomes. Residents of Queens can count on the delivery of quality medical care right in their own borough. In 2002 the hospital opened a state‑of‑the‑art, 261-bed facility that includes the Queens Cancer Center, the first comprehensive cancer treatment center in the borough.

At NYC Health+Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person‑centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

• 3:00 P.M. – 11:30 P.M.
• 37.5 Hours
• Alternating Weekends

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of Position: This class of positions encompasses professional staff, supervisory, clinical and administrative work within a pharmacy department, with varying degrees of latitude for independent initiative and judgment. Health System Pharmacists adhere to Federal, State and local laws and other regulatory requirements regarding pharmacy and institutional practice. All personnel may be required to perform related work. Under direction, with wide latitude for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, supervises a Pharmacy unit and/or performs as a specialty clinical pharmacist in a hospital, clinic or other health care setting.

Examples of Typical Tasks – Assignment Level I

1. Fills prescriptions and patient orders, resolves discrepancies in patient therapy, and follows up on problems.
2. Utilizes clinical data in evaluating physician orders to ensure appropriate therapy.
3. Provides and documents drug information and patient counseling.
4. Documents interventions, adverse drug reactions (ADRs), and medication errors.
5. Directs and utilizes personnel including technicians, aides and clerical staff.
6. Assists in the monthly inspection of the patient care units and the Pharmacy.
7. Maintains adequate medication supply in individual work area.
8. Participates in Pharmacy staff in‑services and meetings relating to Systemwide and/or health care setting programs.
9. Operates and troubleshoots automated dispensing systems, as needed.
10. Advise prescribers on alternatives for non‑formulary drugs.
11. Utilizes Outpatient and Inpatient computerized systems to enter and access patient care information.
12. Coordinates and analyzes statistics and/or clinical data.
13. Participates in quality management and utilization review programs.
14. May coordinate the work of a small group to accomplish a project or assignment.
15. May participate in the preparation and review of policies and procedures.
16. May assist in the development, implementation and execution of Pharmacy staff training curriculum.
17. In the absence of the supervisor, may assist in the supervision of a Pharmacy unit or function.

Examples of Typical Tasks – Assignment Level II

1. Supervises and/or coordinates the operation of a Pharmacy unit or major function.
2. Prepares departmental reports, including the performance of statistical analyses.
3. Develops and implements new processes to improve the operation of the Pharmacy and the quality of care provided.
4. Orients new staff members.
5. Monitors and evaluates staff performance and follows appropriate disciplinary proceedings as necessary.
6. Prepares unit work schedule.
7. Ensures staff compliance with regulatory agency and health care setting rules and regulations.
8. Responsible for the maintenance of adequate quantities of medication and other supplies in the Pharmacy unit.
9. Evaluates new drugs released by the FDA in terms of efficacy, adverse effect profile, and cost; makes recommendations on additions and deletions to the health care setting's drug formulary.
10. Manages the medication therapy of a group or unit of patients as part of an interdisciplinary team, and participates in rounds.
11. Coordinates the assessment of medication use.
12. Serves as a professional and technical resource for medical professionals in specialty area(s).

Minimum Qualifications

1. Possession of a valid NY State license to practice pharmacy.
2. Two years of post‑licensure experience; or
3. Completion of a post‑graduate specialty residency or fellowship program; or
4. Current Pharmacy Board Certification.

Department Preferences

• Preferred Skills: Good oral/written communication.
• Knowledgeable in: Emergency medicine, Stroke, Antimicrobial Stewardship.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week.
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans.
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees.
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities.
• College Savings Program.
• Union Benefits for eligible titles.
• Multiple employee discounts programs.
• Commuter Benefits Programs.