PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Under supervision of the Pharmacy Director, manages (in the absence of the Pharmacy Director), coordinates and develops pharmacy quality improvement activities. Coordinates and participates in interdepartmental activities related to quality, clinical safety, regulatory compliance and the use of processes to enhance the care of patients of BBAHC. Creates, reviews and coordinates process and procedures for internal functions and external relations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher degree in pharmacy, completion of one (1) year internship and a current license to practice in any state of the United States is required. State of Alaska Pharmacist license is preferred.
2. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care including but not limited to inpatient medication reconciliation, medication therapy management and drug utilization review.
3. Must have experience in an Inpatient Hospital setting with Pyxis or other automated medication dispensing system experience.
4. Must demonstrate proficiency in sterile and non-sterile compounding in accordance with USP standards.
5. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span (e.g., pediatric/adult/geriatric) and assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the assigned unit's policies and procedures.
6. Electronic Health Record, ScriptPro and Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA) and automated dispensing units (ADU) experience preferred.
7. Knowledge and application of quality assurance methodologies and Joint Commission standards preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Identifies and implements effective process improvement measures to support the development and validation of pharmacy services and operations.
2. Assists in the development and management of the Quality Assurance programs.
3. Maintains records of all transactions of the Pharmacy necessary to ensure accurate control over and accountability for all drugs as required by applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
4. Ensures legal operation of the Pharmacy, including meeting all inspection and other requirements of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing pharmacy operations.
5. Conducts needs analysis studies and confers with management. Uses information garnered to determine training needs, review existing programs and recommend changes.
6. Creates and maintains systems to monitor and analyze process improvement and quality initiatives and measures. Serves as an active participant and liaison for pharmacy related to BBAHC policy and procedure groups and patient safety.
7. Coordinates efforts to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission, HRSA, CMS, etc. Acts as an effective leader or team member in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices. Creates, reviews and/or assists in developing the departmental training and competency tools and processes.
8. Recommends revisions or improvements to pharmacy policies and procedures for better delivery of pharmacy services.
9. Advises the medical staff on various prescribing practice and maintains technical references.
10. Provides pharmaceutical products and clinical pharmacy services to hospitalized patients, outpatients, and CHAP.
11. Reviews all medical orders before they are administered, or as soon as possible after administration.
12. Provides drug information and educational programs to clinical and supportive units and the residents of the region.
13. Assumes responsibility in concert with the Department Director as directed of department activities including, but not limited to controlled drug record keeping, and managing the department in the absence of the director.
14. Observes and promotes safety regulations, policies and procedures with staff.
15. Serves as an active member of relative committees.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Primary operations in Pharmacy suite; indoors, under normal lighting and temperature conditions. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Must be able to stand, sit, walk, and manipulate small objects. Operates computer systems within the pharmacy. Travel in small, unpressurized aircraft may be required.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Deputy Director/QA/Q1 Pharmacist will supervise the Pharmacy staff; TDY positions and other ancillary personnel visiting, training, or inspecting the Pharmacy Department, at the request of the Pharmacy Director or Clinical Services Division Manager and/or in the absence of the Pharmacy Director.

SUPERVISED BY: Phamacy Director