Lead Pharmacist - Inpatient Pharmacy in Memphis, Tennessee at The Regional Medical Center of Memphis

Regional One Health is currently seeking a Lead Pharmacist for our Inpatient Pharmacy. **Quick Apply with Resume upload**

Summary:
Assists in leading, coordinating, implementing and monitoring activities within the Inpatient Pharmacy specific to the medication-use process and dispensing other pharmaceuticals as prescribed. Assigns duties/activities and the effective utilization of pharmacy staff and other resources. Performs duties of Pharmacist as required.

Education Requirement:

Pharm D from an accredited school of Pharmacy. Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the neonate, infant, adolescent, adult, and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates. 2 years of leadership experience preferred or successful completion of accredited Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency program.

Experience Requirement:

Experience in patient care as obtained through completion of an approved pharmacy program.

Licensure/Certification Requirement:

Tennessee Licensure as a Pharmacist. Additional certification may be required based on area of assignment.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Assists in coordinating daily department activities in accordance with established policies and procedures to facilitate efficient pharmacy operations and ensure that patient care objectives are maintained. Assists in the formulation and implementation of department procedures and policies.

• Reviews work orders to prioritize activities and promote efficient operation of Pharmacy area in the processing and distribution of medications; expedites activities as needed.
• Schedules and assigns work to employees to ensure adequate service is provided and required duties are completed. Coordinates and makes daily patient/work assignments to ensure that daily workload is carried out through individual or cooperative activities.
• Oversees the work of personnel and functions as a resource person for matters related to drug distribution, profiling and pharmacy administration.
• Reviews medication, prescription and department records to ensure that orders are processed and delivered are performed in accordance with professional standards, practices and established policies and procedures.
• Provides assistance with clinical and technical functions as required.
• Collaborates with Inpatient Pharmacy Director/Inpatient Pharmacy Manager to facilitate assignment of new employees for in-service instruction and orientation.
• Assists in the orientation and oversees the supervision of students when they provide patient care, treatment, and services as part of their training.

Serves as a Pharmacy liaison and resource, exchanging information with nursing/clinic staff and physicians. Answers inquiries; communicates and interprets policies, procedures and standards of practices to staff/patient/family/visitors to promote understanding and ensure consistency in the application of policies and procedures.

• Interprets pharmacy goals, policies and procedures.
• Investigates and answers queries from physicians, nursing staff and patients/families regarding pharmacy services.
• Resolves complaints, conflicts and operational problems. Informs Pharmacy Manager/Pharmacy Directors of any problems or issues which cannot be resolved or require intervention.
• Notifies the Nursing Clinical Supervisor as needed to ensure the timely resolution of problems/issues requiring immediate attention during “off” shifts (i.e. nights, evening, weekend).
• Interpreting pharmacy, personnel and other applicable administrative polices, takes personnel/disciplinary action as needed at the time of infraction and in consultation with the Clinical Supervisor or Pharmacy Director. Follows up with Manager and Director regarding employee performance, any employee action taken and/or to recommend disciplinary action.

Provides pharmaceutical services as ordered by physician/provider, consistent with pharmacy policies and procedures, demonstrated competencies, and with consideration given to risk management, infection control practices, patient safety practices and departmental activities.

• Interprets physician/provider orders and intervenes when appropriate for clarification or correction.
• Reviews the patient profile for allergies, interactions and appropriateness before dispensing.
• Checks dosage for appropriateness for neonate, school age, adult and geriatric patients.
• Accurately supplies medication to patients. Selects, compounds and dispenses drugs and other pharmaceutical products, including the preparation of solutions for oral, external, intramuscular, and intravenous administration.
• Performs the preparation of drug labels and the affixing of labels to the proper containers; ensures the inclusion of appropriate directions for the timing, methods and precautions to be observed in taking the medication; personally instructs patients in the use of medications when indicated.
• Ensures accurate documentation in performing and processing all orders/ supplies to capture all charges and other relevant information.

Operates computerized data systems.

• Interprets and performs order entry functions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Utilizes computer software applications to obtain drug information.
• Operates computer and related equipment to enter and retrieve information.

Maintains required department records, reports and files for administrative, operational and compliance purposes.

• Compiles and prepares various reports and data, collates and assembles reports and documents as required.
• Generates statistics, computations, tables, or charts as required.
• Utilizes analytic skills and statistical analysis to aggregate data to assist with the identification of potential problems and patterns, trends, establish priorities and recommend improvement activities.

Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information. Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e. HIPAA, Confidentiality, and Compliance Policies).

Monitors and maintains department budget/purchasing records, grants, and contracts to meet patient needs and financial goals of Pharmacy Services.

• Assists in development and maintenance of department’s budget.
• Ensures charges are accurately captured for pharmaceutical, supplies and other items provided.
• Applies cost effective measures and utilizes defined departmental procedures to allocate resources related to manpower, supplies and inventory. Assists with maintenance and care of department equipment.

Coordinates inventory control activities (including requisitioning, purchasing, distribution and charge capturing) to maintain a perpetual inventory of drug products, department supplies and materials utilizing cost effective measures.

• Response and anticipates fluctuations in supply usage and market availability to ensure that adequate supplies are on hand or that suitable alternative supplies are available.
• Monitors inventory including the maintenance of appropriate controls; notes and reports quality deficiencies of drug products; ensures that pharmaceuticals are properly ordered, stored, kept up to date and protected from deterioration.

Provides research and administrative support to special projects, preparing data, reports, and follows-up on projects.

Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel. Adheres to established policies, compliance/quality improvement, and safety, environment and infection control standards.

Demonstrates knowledge technical, interpersonal and critical thinking skills to provide care, maintain clinical competency and meet age-specific patient needs within pharmacy areas. Interprets and monitors appropriate drug therapies resulting from age specific groups. This includes the neonate, infant, adolescent, adult, and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates.

Participates in quality/performance improvement.

• Responds to problems/opportunities to improve work environment and participates in department and hospital performance improvement activities which includes committees, monitoring and follow-up.
• Represents department and participates on various hospital/clinic committees.
• Collects quality data for monitoring performance improvement and to produce the best value service.

Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. Maintains professional credentials and education necessary to keep abreast and maintain a current knowledge of clinical/theoretical principles, concepts and techniques. Attends and actively participates in meetings, conferences, and seminars for the purpose of enhancing professional skills and sharing information on recent developments in fields of pharmacology and pharmaceutics.

Provides coverage for relief and absences. Demonstrates flexibility to work night, weekend, holiday shifts and on-call to provide continuous Pharmacy coverage as required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication/organizational skills.
• Knowledge of drug products, their uses, side effects, toxicities and therapeutic dose range is required.
• Ability to manage a sometimes chaotic work environment related to changing patient needs, including work with patients with acute, chronic, and complex disease processes.
• Demonstrates skill in the use of applicable equipment
• Demonstrates mature judgment and initiative required and must be able to work without direct supervision
• Exhibits professional interest through self-development, continuing education, and involvement in professional organizations; presents a positive attitude and professional appearance.
• Ability to give and follow written and oral instructions; ability to communicate effectively with team members, physicians, nursing and others with whom daily interaction must take place.
• Ability to react and perform under stress in emergency situations.
• Ability to plan and organize work for self and others.
• Ability to exercise analytical judgment on work to be done
• Ability to work independently and must be flexible to meet priorities and needs.
• Must be computer proficient to enter and retrieve information.

Physical Demands/Conditions:

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.
• The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• The conditions to which the employee will be subject in this position: The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.

Regional One Health is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.