PRN Hospital Pharmacist

cardinalhealth; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Bonus eligible: No

Job summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Texarkana. We are currently hiring for a PRN Pharmacist to pick up shifts as needed during facility hours and on-call.

The facility operates Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:00pm, Saturday 8:00am–12:00pm, with on-call after hours, weekends and holidays. As Pharmacist II, you will adjust and dispense medications, verify physician orders, and ensure compliant, efficient operations of the hospital system pharmacy.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Must be a 'good standing' licensed Pharmacist in Texas.
• IV certified required.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician orders using the pharmacy information system and adjusts per protocol.
• Supervises Pharmacy Technicians to ensure compliant operations.
• Adjusts dosages based on protocols and assists with antimicrobial stewardship.
• Educates patients on medication use and expected effects.
• Manages narcotics and inventory control and compliance.
• Contacts Nurses and Physicians to verify orders and obtain information.
• Assists the Pharmacy Director in maintaining accreditation and implementing changes.

Skills

Pharmacy degree

Texas licensure

IV certification

Hospital pharmacy

Communication skills

Customer service

On-call rotation

Pharmacy software

Education

Pharmacy degree

Tools

Pharmacy IT systems

Job description

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Texarkana. We are currently hiring for a PRN Pharmacist to pick up shifts as needed during facility hours and on-call. The facility is open Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm and on-call after hours, weekends and holidays.

Working in a hospital system pharmacy outsourced to Cardinal Health, the Pharmacist II adjusts and dispenses medication to patients and drives the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy. The Pharmacist verifies physician orders using the pharmacy information system, makes adjustments according to protocols for a given medication, and provides patient education. This job also supervises Pharmacy Technicians and manages compliance tasks related to accreditation, narcotics control, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Applies expert knowledge of drugs and related protocols, to verify physician orders for medications using pharmacy information system. Checks drug and dose in relation to stated patient issue and addresses automated alerts from the system regarding drug type, dose, and other metrics.
• Supervises Pharmacy Technicians to ensure the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy. Checks all work of Pharmacy Technicians in line with State Boards of Pharmacy regulations and provides guidance on complex prescriptions, pharmacy automation systems, orders, and other issues.
• Adjusts dosages based on established protocols for each drug, ensuring that dosages are appropriate for the patient's condition and in light of other medications the patient is using and completes clinical tasks related to antimicrobial stewardship.
• Educates patients on the proper use and expected effects of medications, especially when patients are using multiple medications, are beginning new regiments, or are being discharged.
• Manages narcotics and inventory control and compliance, including regular documentation and completion of checklists. Audits outdated medication in states where Pharmacy Technicians are not permitted to do so.
• Contacts Nurses and Physicians as necessary to verify orders and obtain additional information regarding the order.
• Assists the Pharmacy Director in maintaining the pharmacy's accreditation and in implementing operational changes within the pharmacy, such as the use of new systems or adjustments of standard procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Must be a 'good standing' licensed Pharmacist in Texas.
• IV certified required.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects.
• Flexibility to work various shifts or overtime as needed.
• Computer savvy to learn and perform successful operation of multiple pharmacy information systems.
• Ability to work on call or be in an on call rotation.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift.
• May require vendor credentialing.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks.
• Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity.
• Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve.
• Applies judgment within defined parameters.
• Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects.
• Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy.

Anticipated hourly range: $50.10 per hour - $71.10 per hour.

Benefits

• Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws
• Bonus eligible: No

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

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