PHARMACIST-RETAIL PHARMACY

Aultman Health Foundation; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Aultman Health Foundation is seeking a pharmacist to assist in the preparation of oncology medications and to ensure accurate order entry. The role involves supervising technician compounding and collaborating with the cancer center team.

The candidate should be licensed in Ohio and may have experience in infusion pharmacy or cancer center settings. The position reports to the Assistant Manager of Cancer Center Pharmacy and operates within standard hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree is required.
• Current Ohio Pharmacist license.
• Two years in infusion pharmacy or cancer center preferred but not required.
• Demonstrates leadership and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications, including hazardous and non-hazardous sterile preparations.
• Ensure accurate order entry and oversee technician compounding activities.
• Assist with patient counseling.
• Maintain inventory levels of medications and supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Pharm.D.

Job description

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The primary purpose of the position is to assist in the preparation of medications with a primary focus on oncology. The pharmacist will also ensure accurate order entry and supervision of the technician compounding activities. This position will report to the Assistant Manager of Cancer Center Pharmacy.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

Maintain pharmacy services in accordance with state and federal regulations, accepted standards, professional practices, hospital and infusion polices. Maintains up to date knowledge of ongoing regulatory changes.

Abides by and promotes agency policies and procedures, regulatory guidelines of CMS, ODH, Ohio Pharmacy Board, USP 797, USP 800 and the Joint Commission.

Able to prepare and dispense medications, chemical and pharmaceutical preparation according to written order by authorized medical practitioners with clinical privileges. Preparation includes hazardous and non-hazardous sterile medications.

• Responsible for accurate order entry within the pharmacy system.
• Oversees daily operations of self and staff to meet the needs of patients.
• Assist with patient counseling.
• Assist in maintaining appropriate inventory levels of medications and supplies.

Ensures patient safety by managing medication use processes including dispensing administration and monitoring of patient outcomes.

Assist in the development and promotion of collaborative relationship between pharmacy, medical staff, nursing staff and other allied health professionals.

Adequately communicates information to infusion staff and other departments.

Maintains clinical expertise and acts as a resource for other staff members

Completes assigned responsibilities in required time frame and accepts additional duties and responsibilities based on the needs of the patient/employee team.

Utilizes all applicable computerized system within the department.

Communicates requests, suggestions, concerns or problems to the appropriate personnel.

Completes annual competency requirements.

Complies with infection control and safety policies.

• Assists in the training and development of new pharmacy employees.

• Assists in the training and education of pharmacy students and residents.

Maintains a professional appearance as defined by policy.

Maintains Aultman standards of confidentiality, including the HIPAA Privacy Rule.

Creates and fosters a work environment that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Values of the Aultman Health Foundation.

Supports organizational strategic goals.

Utilize the HRO Tools and Tones to promote patient safety.

Abides by the Aultman Code of Conduct at all times.

The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent to this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D.)
• Has a current license as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of Ohio.
• Two years of experience in Infusion pharmacy or Cancer Center preferred but not required
• Strong leadership skills and highly reliable.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively participate in interdisciplinary teams.
• Able to work independently and accurately with attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and oral/written/telephone communication skills; strong organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to stimulate new ideas
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence, analytical and critical thinking skills, and problem-solving skills
• Organized with excellent time management skills, able to meet deadlines
• Basic computer skills and typing skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Hours of operation (M-F 7:30am - 4:00 pm) but may vary based on the needs of the department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ADDENDUM

PURPOSE: To identify specific functions job requirements and work environment factors that could affect job performance.

• Physical Requirements: Mobility, grasping, reaching, bending, sitting and standing sufficient to perform functions of the job

Check all factors that are present as essential job requirements and check whether the factor is performed.

O = Occasionally = 0- 33% of the work shift or 0- 32 repetitions.

F = Frequently = 34-66% of the work shift or 32-200+ repetitions.

C = Constantly = 67-100% of the work shift or 200+ repetitions.

N = Not essential job requirement.

O Standing

O Walking

O Lifting (70 pounds)

O Carrying (70 pounds)

O Pushing (70 pounds)

N Climbing with (70 pounds)

O Stooping/Bending

O Twisting/Turning

O Kneeling/Squatting

N Crawling

O Reaching Up/Reaching Forward

HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE CATEGORY - Category II

Revised 8/2021