Infusion Pharmacist PRN

JOB PURPOSE:

Provides pharmaceutical services to patients receiving care in post-acute, long term, or retail settings in a manner that delivers superior patient care and excellent customer service.  Monitors and manages the prescription process and daily activities of the closed-door long-term care pharmacy in accordance with company, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·    Review prescriptions issued by prescribers to assure accuracy and determine formulas or ingredients needed.

·    Evaluate prescriber medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, route of administration and stability. Make recommendations for medication therapy changes to prescribers as appropriate.

·    Collaborate with the healthcare team to provide clinical and technical support as needed.

·    Document all communication with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team.

·    Take responsibility for accurate intake and efficient fulfillment of prescription orders.

·    Obtain, as necessary, and maintain all required documentation in accordance with federal and state regulatory agencies and Pharmacy Services policy.

·    Provide and document interim Medication Regimen Reviews for all new admit or readmit patients.

·    Implement and document all approved therapeutic substitution medication orders.

·    Provide appropriate clinical assessment prior to contacting healthcare center.

·    Demonstrate effective and professional leadership skills.

·    Document and investigate errors and variances.

·    Take ownership and accountability for the successful completion of all pharmacy production duties and achievement of pharmacy location goals.