Staff Pharmacist

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital is seeking a Pharmacist to verify dosing for pediatric patients, review drug therapies, and ensure safe, effective medication use. This role entails collaboration with care teams to optimize outcomes for children.

The position requires AR State Board licensure and may involve BCPS consideration. Night shifts with a 7-on/7-off pattern, and a $10k sign-on bonus are noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy (prior to 2000) required.
• Direct - No experience required (as per listing)
• Pharmacist license with AR State Board of Pharmacy required; BCPS recommended

Responsibilities

• Verifies appropriateness of all doses per child diagnosis, weight, age, and body surface area.
• Identifies and intervenes for drug therapy problems (allergies, interactions, adverse reactions).
• Verifies drug selection appropriateness and suggests effective, cost-efficient therapy.
• Evaluates need for non-formulary drugs and ensures correct dosage, route, and substitutions.
• Coordinates with wholesalers and manufacturers to ensure supply and substitutions as needed.
• Mentors staff and participates in discharge planning and patient education.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Drug therapy review

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

Pharmacy degree

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift & Compensation

Work Shift: Night Shift
Time Type: Full time
Department: CC014250 Acute Care Pharmacy
Summary: $10k Sign On Sign Bonus.
Night shift 7 on, 7 off, Thurs-Sat 1900-0700 and Sun-Wed 2000-0700

Education & Experience

Required Education: Doctorate of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy (if obtained prior to 2000)
Recommended Education: Doctorate
Required Work Experience: Direct - No experience required
Recommended Work Experience: Required

Certifications

Pharmacist - AR State Board of Pharmacy
Recommended Certifications: Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) - Board of Pharmacy Specialities

Responsibilities

• Verifies appropriateness of all doses in reference to the child’s diagnosis, weight, age and body surface area.
• Identifies and intervenes when problems involving drug therapy arise e.g.. allergies, drug interactions, therapeutic duplications, adverse drug reactions, compatibility etc.
• Verifies appropriateness of drug selected, initiates drug therapy when needed and suggests equally efficacious but less expensive therapy.
• Evaluates need for all non-formulary drugs.
• Assures that patients receive the ordered medication as to dose, route, salt, regimen and generic substitution.
• Assures that all medications meet the highest standards in quality and preparation of the final dosage form and that all drug products are neatly prepared and labeled, including the use of appropriate auxiliary labels/comments.
• Processes all orders efficiently, correctly establishes priorities. Processes orders in a timely manner.
• Serves in a professional capacity in patient care areas. Monitors patients to assure optimal therapeutic outcomes and makes appropriate recommendations to other health care providers.
• Participates in the education and training of patients, technicians, pharmacists and students. Serves as a teacher and participates in discharge planning.
• Performs drug information activities, processing all information requests accurately, efficiently and completing the documentation. Reviews patients and assesses for compliance with AC criteria concerning food drug interactions and therapeutic drug monitoring. Assists in drug utilization review activities.
• Places order with local wholesaler for medications and supplies and back orders directly with manufacturer for items in short supply immediately when local wholesaler unable to supply.
• Assures that substitution items are obtained when original item unavailable and substitution items are checked by the appropriate manager.
• Notifies Pharmacy manager immediately of any items unavailable at time of purchase.
• Coordinates loan/borrow process, recalls, and coordinates annual departmental inventory.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

About Arkansas Children’s

Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

Testimonials

“Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager

“Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst

“We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator

“Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant

“When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant