Pharmacist-Solid Organ Transplant

Saint Luke's Health System; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke’s Health System is seeking a full-time Pharmacist to care for solid organ transplant patients. The pharmacist will dispense medications, monitor regimens and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in a busy hospital setting.

The position requires Missouri/KS pharmacist licensure and experience with transplant pharmacy; PGY1/PGY2 is a plus. Day shift with weekend and evening rotation accompanies a comprehensive patient-care focus.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist with MO/KS regulatory credentials.
• Transplant experience preferred but not required.
• MO Pharmacist, MO MTS, and KS Pharmacist are required

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications and monitor therapy.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and supervise support staff.
• Design, implement and adjust therapy plans to achieve patient goals.
• Provide drug information and education to patients and caregivers.
• Document changes in the EMR and discuss orders with prescribers.
• Participate in safety programs for adverse events and medication errors.

Skills

Pharmacist licensure

Transplant experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description

Saint Luke's Hospital is seeking a full-time Pharmacist to join our team. This position will cover solid organ transplant patients. A Pharmacist I will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities and critical thinking skills necessary to practice pharmacy in a health system.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• MO Pharmacist, MO MTS, and KS Pharmacist required
• PGY1/PGY2 preferred
• Experience with transplant
• Full-time day shift (7 am to 3:30 pm) with weekend and evening rotation
• 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

Job Requirements

• Applicable Experience: Less than 1 year
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross
• Licensed Pharmacist - Various
• Medication Therapy Services - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Bachelor's Degree

Job Details

Full Time Day (United States of America)

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