Pharmacist - Per Diem

Atlanticare; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

AtlantiCare is seeking a Pharmacist - Per Diem to ensure accurate distribution of medications in a hospital setting. The role entails interpreting orders, assessing for interactions, and providing drug information to clinicians and patients.

You will oversee pharmacy technicians, manage inventory and participate in pharmacotherapy optimization and safety programs. Requirements include a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS in Pharmacy, New Jersey pharmacist license, and preferred hospital experience with

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy or BS in Pharmacy required.
• Current New Jersey Pharmacist license required.
• Two years hospital experience preferred; ACLS/CPR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and timely distribution of medications and supplies.
• Interpret and verify medication orders for interactions and safety.
• Provide drug information to clinicians and patients.
• Manage inventories, alarms, and security of medications.
• Direct and verify Pharmacy Technicians work.
• Participate in Anticoagulation Management, Pharmacokinetic Monitoring and ADE monitoring.

Skills

Drug information

Medication safety

Interprofessional collaboration

Patient care

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Tools

Clinical Applications

Job description

Job Description

Pharmacist - Per Diem

HOSPITAL PHARMACIST - PER DIEM

The hospital Pharmacist ensures accurate and timely distribution of medications and other pharmaceutical supplies according to established procedures and standards, in support of high-quality patient care. The Pharmacist interprets, evaluates and verifies medication orders accurately assessing for drug-drug, drug-allergy and drug-disease state interactions. The Pharmacist provides drug information to clinicians and patients. The Pharmacist properly manages pharmaceutical inventories and maintains emergency drug supplies, automated dispensing machines and general medication security on the nursing units. This position directs and verifies the Pharmacy Technicians work. Pharmacists will be responsible for maintaining competency and participating in various clinical programs such as Anticoagulation Management, Pharmacokinetic Monitoring, Adverse Drug Event Monitoring, patient care rounding, pharmacotherapy optimization and general medication safety.

This position supports organizational goals and values by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork, respect and cooperation. The Pharmacist actively pursues opportunities for professional growth and development.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION: Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree
• LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Current New Jersey State license as a Registered Pharmacist required. ACLS Preferred, CPR Preferred for Hospital Pharmacist.
• EXPERIENCE: Two years hospital experience preferred.Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of work processes. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be assessed and evaluated for this position within 90 days from date of hire.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, hazardous substances, and potential injury. Requires the ability to stand approximately 60% of the time and requires occasional reaching.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Hospital Pharmacists report to the Director of Pharmacy Operations and provides direction to the Pharmacy Technician. Outpatient Pharmacists report to the Director of Outpatient Pharmacy and Business Development and provides direction to the Pharmacy Technician.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future!

Pay Range: $68 - $68 per hour

Pay Transparency

In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law" in impacted states, which mandate employers to list salary ranges in job advertisements and promotions.

AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.