Clinical Pharmacist PRN (Critical Care & Emergency Medicine) - Denver Health
Denver, CO
About the Job
We are recruiting for a motivated Clinical Pharmacist PRN (Critical Care &
Emergency Medicine) to join our team!
We are here for life's journey.
Where is your life journey taking you?
Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than
ourselves, something that connects us all:
Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.
DepartmentAcute Care Pharmacy
Job Summary
The Clinical Pharmacist ("Pharmacist") under general supervision,
supplies medications and other pharmaceuticals needed for adequate patient
care according to professional standards and regulatory requirements. Educates
patients and healthcare workers relative to drugs and medications usage,
adverse drug reactions, side effects, contraindications, etc. according
to professional standards.
Manages the day-to-day activities of the pharmacy support staff.
Essential Functions:
Interprets and clarifies orders for all types of medications.
Researches and responds promptly to drug information requests.
Monitors drug therapies for appropriateness and formulary adherence.
Provides therapeutic drug monitoring of targeted medications as applicable.
Monitors drug therapy for potential drug-drug, drug-food, and drug-disease
interactions.
Advises patients, family and medical staff on use of various medications
including dosage, side effects, drug interactions and composition.
Directly supervises the work of pharmacy technicians and support staff as
required by the Colorado Board of Pharmacy.
(35%)
Prepares or oversees the compounding, labeling and packaging of sterile or
non-sterile medications, products and pharmaceuticals in accordance with all
regulatory requirements as applicable.
Acts as a consultant on medication-related issues and assisting in
coordinating the drug utilization programs.
Assists in the development and maintenance of policies & procedures when
warranted.
Maintains secure storage and records of all medications in accordance with
manufacturer, state and federal requirements.
Complies with established departmental and DHHA policies and procedures,
quality improvement, and safety initiatives.
Completes and meets the competency standards including education and training
that is specific to the patient populations and practice site served. Keeps
job knowledge current.
Assists in the training of pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy
interns, pharmacy students, and pharmacy technicians.
Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, huddles,
and departmental trainings as applicable.
(35%)
Understands patient safety goals and other quality metrics that affect area of
practice.
Reports and follows up on medication or patient safety issues as needed;
works to resolve problems in a manner that will improve patient safety and
team efficiency.
Reports medication events (adverse drug reactions and medication errors)
using the organizations' event reporting system.
Collaborates with key stakeholders across the health system regarding patient
care and projects.
Adheres to and complies with and demonstrates support for the mission and
values of Denver Health.
Adheres to Denver Health and departmental standards of behavior and attendance
guidelines.
(30%)
Education:
Doctorate Degree PharmD (preferred) or BPharm Required
Work Experience:
1-3 years PGY1 residency completion preferred
Licenses:
PHA-Licensed Pharmacist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association
BCPS-Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - BPS - Board of Pharmacy
Specialties
PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
PBID-Pharmacy Based Immunization Delivery - BPS - Board of Pharmacy
Specialties
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to interact with
other members of the healthcare team and with pharmacy leadership.
Strong organizational skills.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of pharmacy.
Thorough knowledge of pharmacy related state and federal laws.
Ability to maintain accurate records... For full info follow application link.
"Denver Health is committed to provide equal treatment and equal employment
opportunities to all applicants
and employees. Denver Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
Emergency Medicine) to join our team!
We are here for life's journey.
Where is your life journey taking you?
Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than
ourselves, something that connects us all:
Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.
DepartmentAcute Care Pharmacy
Job Summary
The Clinical Pharmacist ("Pharmacist") under general supervision,
supplies medications and other pharmaceuticals needed for adequate patient
care according to professional standards and regulatory requirements. Educates
patients and healthcare workers relative to drugs and medications usage,
adverse drug reactions, side effects, contraindications, etc. according
to professional standards.
Manages the day-to-day activities of the pharmacy support staff.
Essential Functions:
Interprets and clarifies orders for all types of medications.
Researches and responds promptly to drug information requests.
Monitors drug therapies for appropriateness and formulary adherence.
Provides therapeutic drug monitoring of targeted medications as applicable.
Monitors drug therapy for potential drug-drug, drug-food, and drug-disease
interactions.
Advises patients, family and medical staff on use of various medications
including dosage, side effects, drug interactions and composition.
Directly supervises the work of pharmacy technicians and support staff as
required by the Colorado Board of Pharmacy.
(35%)
Prepares or oversees the compounding, labeling and packaging of sterile or
non-sterile medications, products and pharmaceuticals in accordance with all
regulatory requirements as applicable.
Acts as a consultant on medication-related issues and assisting in
coordinating the drug utilization programs.
Assists in the development and maintenance of policies & procedures when
warranted.
Maintains secure storage and records of all medications in accordance with
manufacturer, state and federal requirements.
Complies with established departmental and DHHA policies and procedures,
quality improvement, and safety initiatives.
Completes and meets the competency standards including education and training
that is specific to the patient populations and practice site served. Keeps
job knowledge current.
Assists in the training of pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy
interns, pharmacy students, and pharmacy technicians.
Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, huddles,
and departmental trainings as applicable.
(35%)
Understands patient safety goals and other quality metrics that affect area of
practice.
Reports and follows up on medication or patient safety issues as needed;
works to resolve problems in a manner that will improve patient safety and
team efficiency.
Reports medication events (adverse drug reactions and medication errors)
using the organizations' event reporting system.
Collaborates with key stakeholders across the health system regarding patient
care and projects.
Adheres to and complies with and demonstrates support for the mission and
values of Denver Health.
Adheres to Denver Health and departmental standards of behavior and attendance
guidelines.
(30%)
Education:
Doctorate Degree PharmD (preferred) or BPharm Required
Work Experience:
1-3 years PGY1 residency completion preferred
Licenses:
PHA-Licensed Pharmacist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association
BCPS-Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - BPS - Board of Pharmacy
Specialties
PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
PBID-Pharmacy Based Immunization Delivery - BPS - Board of Pharmacy
Specialties
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to interact with
other members of the healthcare team and with pharmacy leadership.
Strong organizational skills.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of pharmacy.
Thorough knowledge of pharmacy related state and federal laws.
Ability to maintain accurate records... For full info follow application link.
"Denver Health is committed to provide equal treatment and equal employment
opportunities to all applicants
and employees. Denver Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
Source : Denver Health
