CLINICAL PHARMACIST at Archbold Medical Center – THOMASVILLE, Georgia

Clinical Pharmacist

Description:

Pharmacist fill orders for medications, monitor patient medication therapies, provide drug information, and supervise/direct support personnel. In the absence of the pharmacy manager, a pharmacist may be required to assume the essential responsibilities and duties of the manager. A pharmacist must have the ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision; work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff; handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule; set priorities, make
critical decisions, and respond quickly to emergency requests; exercise sound professional judgement; communicate effectively (orally and in writing); and meet the pharmaceutical care needs of the patient populations served by the organization (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent,
adult, geriatric). Pharmacists must practice in accordance with all applicable legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards

Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g. preparing IV admixtures, use of a computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs), including boxes, equipment, and IV solutions, and stooping or kneeling; sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time (4-12 hours) is often necessary; must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job. Occupational hazards include potential for exposure to infectious patients or materials and hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapy, cytotoxic drugs, and cleaning solutions); potential for sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items; potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used

Prepares and dispenses medication orders per prescriber requests according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
Ensures safe, appropriate, and cost-effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Reviews all medication orders for the following: patient allergies or potential sensitivities; existing or potential interactions between the medication ordered and food and medications the patient is currently taking; the appropriateness of the medication dose, frequency, and route of administration; current or potential impacts as indicated by laboratory values; therapeutic duplications; regulatory compliance; and other considerations. After the medication order has been reviewed, all concerns, issues, or questions are clarified with the individual prescriber before dispensing. (MM.05.01.01)

Contributes to high quality and effective operation of the pharmacy departments and the organization. Participates in the quality improvement and medication-use review activities of the department. Ensures ongoing accuracy of inventory quantities and expiration dating. Maintains competence required for current job title/position. Assumes responsibility for own professional education and development and assists in providing education to patients, students, residents, and other healthcare professionals

Experience/Qualifications:

Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Licensed pharmacist or eligible for pharmacist licensure in the State of Georgia

Health-system pharmacy experience or PGY1 residency preferred

(for eligible employees):

Have optimal opportunity for career growth within our growing organization

Medical / Dental

Retirement Plan

PTO and paid life insurance

What Sets Us Apart

Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 540 patient beds. We employ more than 2,500 people and boast an outstanding medical staff of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed hospital located in Thomasville, Georgia. Our system hospitals, also in Georgia, are Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla.

For nearly 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care. While our exemplary facilities have helped us maintain an excellent reputation, our team members are what makes Archbold special.

You are unique. You have skills and a strong passion for helping people. You also have personal goals, and Archbold wants to help you achieve them. We are a diverse healthcare system that promotes teamwork, continuing education, and leadership, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best healthcare professionals to join our Archbold team.

What we offer:

We know that your time and expertise are valuable, and to help our employees be at their best and make the most of their employment experience, we offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that helps our employees and their families meet the challenges of everyday living.

We strive to be a workplace of choice, and from high-quality medical and dental care benefits to retirement benefits that help build wealth for your future, Archbold is proud to offer our employees one of the best benefits packages in the area.

Below are a few of the benefits Archbold Medical Center offers to employees:

• Work/Life Balance
• Planning for the Future
• Low-Cost Prescriptions
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Planning for Life’s Unexpected Moments
• Helping You to Advance Your Career

Mission

To provide safe, innovative and compassionate care for our communities.

Vision

A healthier region, stronger communities, meaningful work, and trusted care