Part Time Community Pharmacist

WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BMC Berkeley Medical Center in Martinsburg, WV, is seeking a Pharmacist for outpatient/community pharmacy services. The role dispenses medications, provides clinical consultation, and supports the Pharmacy quality assurance program.

Prior outpatient experience is preferred, and licensure in applicable states is required. Responsibilities include collaborating with physicians and nurses, performing drug checks, and assisting with purchasing and inventory.

Qualifications

• Must possess current license as required by state board where services will be provided:
• MD: Valid Pharmacist license through the Maryland Board of Pharmacy
• OH: Valid Pharmacist license through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy
• PA: Valid Pharmacist license through the Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy
• WV: Valid Pharmacist license through the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy
• EXPERIENCE: Experience in Hospital Pharmacy through internship or as registered Pharmacist.

Responsibilities

• Dispenses drugs, chemicals and other pharmaceutical preparations as ordered by physicians.
• Constantly available for pharmaceutical consultation with doctors or nurses.
• Takes initiative in questioning a prescription if necessary.
• Assists manager of Pharmacy in purchasing of drugs from vendors.
• Talks with sales representatives of various pharmaceutical companies when need dictates.
• Makes drug checks and inspections on various floors as required.
• Assists with IV admixture program by checking orders for completeness, accuracy, compatibilities and other technical advice.
• May be delegated to attend some pharmacy involved hospital meetings.
• Assists the manager with the Pharmacy Quality Assurance program.
• Assists the manager with the Pharmacy floor inspection reports.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy experience

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

Working with Pharmacy personnel. Compounds the dispense medications and other pharmaceutical supplies using standard procedures to deliver comprehensive professional pharmaceutical service in the modern hospital. Has responsibilities delegated to purchasing, continuing education programs, stocking supplies for night stock, various departmental reports and other areas to keep a well-organized and efficient department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess current license as required by state board where services will be provided:
• MD: Valid Pharmacist license through the Maryland Board of Pharmacy
• OH: Valid Pharmacist license through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy
• PA: Valid Pharmacist license through the Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy
• WV: Valid Pharmacist license through the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy

Preferredqualifications

• EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in Hospital Pharmacy through internship or as registered Pharmacist.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Dispenses drugs, chemicals and other pharmaceutical preparations as ordered by physicians.
• Constantly available for pharmaceutical consultation with doctors or nurses.
• Takes initiative in questioning a prescription if necessary.
• Assists manager of Pharmacy in purchasing of drugs from vendors.
• Talks with sales representatives of various pharmaceutical companies when need dictates.
• Makes drug checks and inspections on various floors as required.
• Assists with IV admixture program by checking orders for completeness, accuracy, compatibilities and other technical advice.
• May be delegated to attend some pharmacy involved hospital meetings.
• Assists the manager with the Pharmacy Quality Assurance program.
• Assists the manager with the Pharmacy floor inspection reports.

For Facilities With Specialty Accreditation Requirements

• Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds and push 50 pounds.
• Dexterity required to finger, handle, and reach.

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of growth and development.
• Understanding of the patient’s needs and scope of treatment.
• Understanding of the dynamics for each patient incorporating biophysical, bio-psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, spiritual, cultural, ethical, and discharge planning needs.
• Knowledge of pain management to facilitate patient comfort through a proactive pain control plan.
• Knowledge of the total care of patients, whose disease is not responsive to curative treatment, focusing on the control of pain and other symptoms.
• Must be familiar with professional and commercial phases of Hospital Pharmacy and also with State and Federal laws governing Pharmacy.
• Computer experience helpful.
• Demonstrates competency as appropriate in patient care assessment for each patient population area served: Neonatal, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric.

Additional Job Description

Pharmacist position in is in the Outpatient/Community Pharmacy. Previous outpatient pharmacy experience is preferred.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

16

Shift

Varied (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Exempt)

Company

BMC Berkeley Medical Center

Cost Center

232 BMC Retail Pharmacy MCP

Address

2500 Hospital Drive

Martinsburg

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.