Pharmacist PRN

Saint Luke’s Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 7,577,000 - 9,643,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Luke's Health System in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Inpatient Pharmacist PRN to join a dynamic team with emphasis on clinical knowledge, ethics, teamwork and stewardship. Shifts vary including days, evenings and weekends.

The pharmacist will prepare and dispense medications, monitor therapy, collaborate with physicians and nurses, provide patient education, and ensure documentation in the EMR. MO/KS licenses required, with up to 6 months to complete MO license.

Qualifications

• Active KS license with ability to obtain MO license within 6 months
• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy
• Less than 1 year of applicable inpatient pharmacy experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications following hospital policies
• Monitor and adjust therapy in collaboration with the medical team
• Provide patient and caregiver education on medications
• Document pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic strategies as needed
• Participate in patient safety initiatives and adverse event reporting
• Attend departmental meetings and education programs

Skills

Inpatient Pharmacy

EPIC experience

Omnicell experience

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EPIC EHR

Omnicell

Job description

Job Description

Do you have Inpatient Pharmacy experience and/or residency training?

Saint Luke's North Barry Rd. in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Inpatient Pharmacist PRN. Join a dynamic team with clinical knowledge, ethics, teamwork and stewardship.

• Shifts Vary: Days, Evenings and Weekend Shifts


• 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. / 5p.m. -9p.m. / 7 a.m.-7 p.m.(times may vary slightly)


• Rotating holiday weekend coverage


• EPIC, Omnicell experience


• Requires Missouri and Kansas Pharmacy license

The Inpatient Pharmacist will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities and critical thinking skills necessary to practice pharmacy in a health system. Critical skills include the ability to prepare and dispense medications; collect, organize and analyze patient and practice specific information; initiate and monitor therapeutic plans; work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams; supervise supportive personnel; manage projects and provide routine patient teaching and drug information services.

• Practice in accordance with all laws and regulations established by state and federal agencies and other regulating bodies


• Design, recommend, monitor and evaluate therapy regimens to meet patient goals


• Provide appropriate, cost-effective pharmaceutical care to patients


• Discuss medication order changes/clarifications with the physician or the prescriber, document any changes in the electronic medical record (when appropriate)


• Provide and document pharmacokinetic or pharmacodynamics consultations as needed


• Participate in the organization’s process for assessing, managing, and reporting adverse medication events, adverse drug reactions, and medication errors


• Provide medication use education to patients and caregivers to effectively meet their needs


• Provide concise, applicable, and timely response to drug information questions


• Interpret appropriateness of medication orders or prescriptions prior to the preparation or permitting distribution of medications


• Prepare and dispense medications using appropriate techniques following the organization’s policies and procedures


• Attend all departmental meetings and education programs, unless excused
  
• MO BOP License, KS license but has 6 months to complete

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience: Less than 1 year
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, Licensed Pharmacist (KS) - Kansas Board of Pharmacy, Licensed Pharmacist (MO) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Medication Therapy Services - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Bachelor's Degree

Job Details

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