Pharmacist Home Care

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 79,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is seeking a Pharmacist to coordinate and monitor pharmacy services for home care and ambulatory patients, in accordance with CHOP Home Care policy and all regulatory guidelines.

You will provide accurate infusion services, collaborate with physicians, nurses and caregivers to deliver safe patient care, complete patient documentation timely, supervise technicians, and participate in process improvements to enhance outcomes.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist license and degree required.
• Experience with IV medications is required.
• Home care or hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Pediatric exposure is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor infusion services for Home Care and Ambulatory patients.
• Provide clinical practice/monitoring per CHOP Home Care policies and guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and patient caregivers to ensure safe care and outcomes.
• Complete patient documentation in a timely manner per policy.
• Apply USP 797 guidelines and state regulations.
• Supervise technicians and interns to ensure accurate preparation and timely distribution.
• Participate in department process improvements and education for staff.

Skills

Infusion pharmacy

Home Care experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy

Job description

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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

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At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

About The Job

Responsible for coordinating and monitoring pharmacy services for home care and ambulatory patients in accordance with CHOP Home Care, CHOP policy and all regulatory and accrediting agency guidelines

What You Will Do

• Responsible to provide accurate and timely infusion services for Home Care and Ambulatory patients.


• Provides clinical practice/monitoring based on CHOP Home Care, CHOP policy and all accrediting agency and regulatory guidelines for home infusion, pharmacy dispensing, and ambulatory patients.


• Provides quality pharmacy and home infusion services and collaborates with physicians, nurses, other health care professionals as well as the patient/caregiver to deliver safe patient care and optimal patient care and outcomes.


• Responsible to complete all patient documentation timely and in compliance with CHOP Home Care policy.


• Apply knowledge of USP 797 Guidelines & State Pharmacy Regulations


• Provides and receives accurate and timely communication to render interdisciplinary patient care.


• Provides drug information and/or presents educational programs to healthcare professionals and patients.


• Provide training and orientation to new home care staff regarding pharmacy services.


• Supervise pharmacy technicians and interns to ensure that pharmacy products are prepared and distributed accurately, with the appropriate quantity and at the time the product is needed.


• Participates in departmental process improvement initiatives.


• Performs other duties as assigned by Home Care Management

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy - Required

Experience

• At least one (1) year previous experience - Required


• Previous experience with IV medications - Required


• At least two (2) years previous experience - Preferred


• Home Care or Hospital Pharmacy - Preferred


• Pediatric experience - Preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine.

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SALARY RANGE

$56.70 - $75.10 Hourly

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.