Pharmacist in Charge - Full Time 80Hrs/Pp - Otsego

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Location: BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

• Title
• Pharmacist in Charge - Full Time 80Hrs/Pp - Otsego

The Pharmacist-in-Charge shall supervise the practice of pharmacy for the pharmacy in which he/she has been designated the PIC. Under minimal supervision and according to established policies, procedures, and professional standards performs or oversees the performance of all phases of pharmacy service in retail operations, including dispensing prescription items. Provides professional drug information and advice to customers, physicians, and hospital staff. Accurately maintains all required records and performs inventory control and payment reconciliation duties. Performs other related duties as assigned. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree required

Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the state of Michigan required; must complete required number of hours of continuing education for re-licensure every two years.

The Pharmacist In Charge is required to work at least 8 hours per week in the pharmacy per the State of Michigan. The Pharmacist-in-Charge must also fill out an application from the

• State of Michigan and be recorded as such with the state
• Basic word processing skills and able to operate hospital programs used in the Pharmacy

Work which produces very high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e. g. CRT work between 70 and 90 percent of the time, and work involving extremely close tolerances and considerable hand/eye coordination for sustained periods of time.

Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i. e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.

• Reviews, interprets, and fills prescriptions. Consults patient drug profile for allergies or drug interactions, refill status, and pricing. Ensures that proper type and dosage of drug is prepared and dispensed; ensures that prescription is complete and that route of administration is appropriate.
• Verifies orders with physicians as necessary and notifies them of potential problems with drug dosages, allergies, or contraindications.
• Provides technical/clinical information and troubleshoots problem situations on drugs, dosages, contraindications, and so forth to physicians, nurses, other healthcare employees, and to the community.
• Records all patient prescription data on patient profile; updates profile with additional orders, allergic reactions, and diagnoses. Identifies any apparent conflicts within the patient's profile or drug therapy program.
• Maintains an up to date knowledge of developments and advances in the pharmacy field; fulfills continuing education requirements in order to maintain registration.
• Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of drugs dispensed, and maintains records of narcotic drugs in accordance with hospital and regulatory requirements.
• Answers the phone, takes prescriptions, and provides general information and specific patient data as appropriate.
• Assists with general operation of the department; orders and receives medications, resolves problems with equipment, restocks medicines, and participates in special projects. Participates in drug utilization reviews and quality assurance activities.
• Supervision of all activities of pharmacy employees as they relate to the practice of pharmacy including purchasing, storage, compounding, repackaging, dispensing and distribution of drugs and devices.
• Enforcement and oversight of policies and procedures applicable to the employees of the pharmacy for the procurement, storage, compounding, and dispensing of drugs and the communication of information to the patient.
• Establishment and supervision of the method and manner for storage and safekeeping of pharmaceuticals. This includes security methods to be used when the pharmacy is closed.
• Establishment and supervision of a record keeping system in relationship to the purchase, sales, delivery, possession, storage and safekeeping of drugs and other devices.
• Establishment of policies and procedures for individuals who are delegated responsibilities for any of the duties described by the PIC.

Shift: Variable

Time Type

Full Time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

• 40
• Cost Center
• 5101 Outpatient Pharmacy (BMH)
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