PHARMACIST

American-Advanced-Management,-Inc; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

American-Advanced-Management,-Inc. seeks a licensed Pharmacist to fill and dispense medication orders, ensuring proper handling and storage of drugs. You will translate policies into daily operations, consulting with physicians, nurses, and patients on pharmacotherapy and literature.

You will participate in Antibiotic Stewardship, collaborate with the medical and nursing staff, and provide care across age groups, with leadership duties in the Director’s absence as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS in Pharmacy required.
• PharmD preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications preferred.
• Acute care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the filling and dispensing of medication orders and proper handling, usage, and storage of drugs.
• Serve as information resource to patients and healthcare professionals on pharmacotherapy and drug literature.
• Participate in antibiotic stewardship and collaborate with medical staff to ensure high-quality, cost-effective therapies.
• Provide pharmaceutical care to patients of all age groups and lead in the absence of the Director when assigned.

Skills

Pharmacist decision making

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Independent decision making

Computer/EMR proficiency

Drug information resources

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred

Tools

Automated dispensing systems

IV laminar flow hood

EMR systems experience

Job description

Responsible for the filling and dispensing of medication orders, including the proper handling, usage and storage of drugs in the Pharmacy. Maintain standards set forth by the department and translate policies and procedures into daily operations. Responsible for acting as an information resource to patients, physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy and drug-related information and literature. Provides a coordination effort, in conjunction with the medical staff and nursing, in the delivery of quality and cost-effective drug therapies to patients. Participates in the hospital Antibiotic Stewardship Program with a focus on patient safety and public health. Demonstrates a competency to provide pharmaceutical care to patients of all relevant age groups. Provides leadership in the absence of the Director as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor of Science Degree from a College/School of Pharmacy required.Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Pharmacist in the state of employment required.ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred.Experience with pharmacokinetics and anticoagulation preferred. TPN experience preferred.Current, valid and active BLS and ACLS certifications from a facility-approved vendor preferred. Previous acute care experienced preferred.Automated pharmacy dispensing. IV Laminar flow hood.Electronic medical records experienced preferred. Ability to project a professional image.Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements. Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions. Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.CERTIFICATES, LICENSURES, REGISTRATIONSCurrent, valid, and active license to practice as a Pharmacist in the state of employment required. Current, valid and active BLS and ACLS certifications from a facility-approved vendor preferred.