Pharmacist- Inpatient (.9)

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin is seeking an In-Patient Pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmacy services, review medication orders, and coordinate high-quality pharmaceutical care for inpatients. You will supervise pharmacy technicians, perform sterile and non-sterile compounding, prepare and dispense medications, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and educate learners.

A Wisconsin Pharmacist license and PharmD (or terminal degree) are required; the schedule is rotating with weekend and holiday

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medications including storage and distribution requirements.
• Competent in sterile and non-sterile compounding.
• Analytical ability to troubleshoot pharmaceutical problems with providers.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse staff.

Responsibilities

• Review medication orders for safety and appropriateness.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and ensure accurate dispensing.
• Provide care during medical emergencies including rapid response and codes.
• Prepare all forms of inpatient medications by interpreting orders.
• Educate learners within the pharmacy department and clinical staff.

Skills

Medication knowledge

Sterile compounding

Analytical problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

PharmD (or terminal degree)

Job description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/

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Work Schedule

.9 Rotating. The schedule is rotating, though most shifts are 1st shift. Every 3rd weekend and there is a holiday rotation.

Job Summary

Provides comprehensive pharmacy services. Reviews medication orders and, in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team, coordinates high-quality pharmaceutical services for patients. Performs distributive functions including compounding and dispensing medications and other pharmaceutical supplies according to established policies and procedures as prescribed by hospital physicians or other qualified prescribers. Coordinates and closely reviews activities of pharmacy technicians to ensure smooth and efficient operations in accordance with federal and state regulations and hospital policies and procedures. Supports academia by educating students, residents and professionals in the healthcare system regarding pharmaceutical matters pertinent to their roles.

Essential Functions

• Understands and satisfies the needs of the neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent and/or adult patient in regards to their growth and development process.
• Reviews medication orders to ensure that safe and appropriate pharmaceutical care is provided. This includes clarification of orders, executing practice agreements, participating in interdisciplinary rounds, serving as drug information expert and resource for other disciplines, and documenting these activities accordingly.
• Provides care during medical emergencies including Rapid Response Team response, codes, and traumas.
• Completes and reviews medication histories for all hospitalized patients.
• Supervises the day to day activities of the pharmacy technicians. Provides the final verification for the accuracy, validity, completeness, and appropriateness of the medications prepared by a technician.
• Prepares all forms of medication for the inpatient population by interpreting physician orders and communicating appropriately with the medical team. Documents orders appropriately.
• Communicates concerns to the care team and ensures appropriate follow up.
• Ensures the security and appropriate documentation regarding medications. In particular, provides oversight in the handling of controlled substances to monitor for and guide others in proper disposal, storage, and recordkeeping.
• Provides training and education to all types of learners within the pharmacy department.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities and takes part in continuing education.

Education

• Terminal Degree (PhD, MD, etc.) in Pharmacy and completion of all required internship hours required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medications including the related laws and pharmaceutical storage/distribution requirements
• Competent in sterile and non-sterile compounding.
• Analytical ability to troubleshoot and investigate pharmaceutical problems with providers.
• Interpersonal skills to work with a variety of technical and professional staff.

Licenses and Certifications

• License Pharmacist (40)
• State of Wisconsin within 90 Days required

Required for All Jobs

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job.
• Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses

License Pharmacist (40) - State of Wisconsin Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine.