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Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care Level I (On The Job Training)

Educational Requirements:

If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013
• Completion of a board-approved technician training program.
• Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within one year of date of hire
• OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

Certification/Licensure Required:

• Before hire, state registration in the state in which they will be working is required
• The applicant must to be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or attained high school graduation equivalent (e.g. GED) for registration
• All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin
• All Wisconsin locations: may provide a "pending" application for registration
• Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 2 years of hire

OR

• Be currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program

NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification.

• Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post one year of employment) for the duration of employment
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care Level II

Educational Requirement:

If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013.
• Completion of a board-approved technician training program
• Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within first 90 days of employment

OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1040 hours of pharmacy technician experience
• Completion of Pharmacy Department's Orientation AND one of the following Essentia Pharmacy Department training programs within 6 months of hire:
  • Core Sterile Compounding Training Program

Core Prescription Billing and Synchronization Training Program

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Before hire, state registration in the state in which they will be working is required. The applicant must to be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high​ school or attained high school graduation equivalent (e.g. GED) for registration
• All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin
• All Wisconsin locations: may provide a "pending" application for registration
• Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 1 year of hire; OR be currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited
• Pharm.D. program; OR for North Dakota locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program
• NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification.
• Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post two years of employment) for the duration of employment
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care Level III

Educational Requirement:

If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013.
• Completion of a board-approved technician training program
• Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within first 90 days of employment
• OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2080 hours of pharmacy technician experience 
• Experience (within the past year) with Tier III qualifying work                      

Completion of required certification or Pharmacy Department’s Training Program for Tier III requirements within 6 months of date of hire.   

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Registered as a pharmacy technician if the primary work location is Minnesota
• Registered as a pharmacy technician if the primary work location is in Wisconsin (may provide a "pending" registration)
• All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin.
• Possess a current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Must maintain registration(s) and certification(s) for the duration of employment.
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy 

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Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care Level I (On The Job Training)

Educational Requirements:

If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013
• Completion of a board-approved technician training program.
• Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within one year of date of hire
• OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

Certification/Licensure Required:

• Before hire, state registration in the state in which they will be working is required
• The applicant must to be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or attained high school graduation equivalent (e.g. GED) for registration
• All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin
• All Wisconsin locations: may provide a "pending" application for registration
• Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 2 years of hire

OR

• Be currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program

NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification.

• Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post one year of employment) for the duration of employment
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care Level II

Educational Requirement:

If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013.
• Completion of a board-approved technician training program
• Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within first 90 days of employment

OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1040 hours of pharmacy technician experience
• Completion of Pharmacy Department's Orientation AND one of the following Essentia Pharmacy Department training programs within 6 months of hire:
  • Core Sterile Compounding Training Program

Core Prescription Billing and Synchronization Training Program

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Before hire, state registration in the state in which they will be working is required. The applicant must to be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high​ school or attained high school graduation equivalent (e.g. GED) for registration
• All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin
• All Wisconsin locations: may provide a "pending" application for registration
• Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 1 year of hire; OR be currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited
• Pharm.D. program; OR for North Dakota locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program
• NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification.
• Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post two years of employment) for the duration of employment
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care Level III

Educational Requirement:

If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013.
• Completion of a board-approved technician training program
• Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within first 90 days of employment
• OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2080 hours of pharmacy technician experience 
• Experience (within the past year) with Tier III qualifying work                      

Completion of required certification or Pharmacy Department’s Training Program for Tier III requirements within 6 months of date of hire.   

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Registered as a pharmacy technician if the primary work location is Minnesota
• Registered as a pharmacy technician if the primary work location is in Wisconsin (may provide a "pending" registration)
• All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin.
• Possess a current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Must maintain registration(s) and certification(s) for the duration of employment.
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy 

Certification/Licensure Required:

• Before hire, state registration in the state in which they will be working is required
• The applicant must to be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or attained high school graduation equivalent (e.g. GED) for registration
• All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin
• All Wisconsin locations: may provide a "pending" application for registration
• Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 2 years of hire

OR

• Be currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program

OR

• For North Dakota locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program

NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the State registration as a Pharmacy Technician and Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification.

• Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post one year of employment) for the duration of employment
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy​

• High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
• Two years of college preferred

• Zero experience; one year of Pharmacy Technician experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred

• Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration or Texas Registered Pharmacist Intern required and
• IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various) - Various Issuers

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Proficient in performing accurate calculations required for usual dosage determinations
• Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, hospital/pharmacy related software, drug preparation pumps/devices, packaging and labeling machines, automated drug dispensing equipment, prescription balances, and portable data processing units
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers

• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals.

• Assists with optimizing the safety and efficiency of pharmacy operations and to support the workflow needs of the pharmacy department.
• Contributes in department efforts to resolve drug related problems and maximizing patient care.

• Performs efficient and safe medication distribution functions such as, but not limited to: telephone triage, repackaging of medications, labeling medications, charge/credit of medications, compounding medications, and inventory of medications.
• Provides support to the workflow and reports any problems to the appropriate parties. Accurately documents and completes paperwork for the assigned role/function.
• Reports “near misses” and inputs errors promptly to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.

• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Recommends solutions in achieving departmental objectives.
• Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.

• Participates in department projects activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Pharmacy Technician.

• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• Business professional: No
• Other (department approved): No

• On Call* No

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

• High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
  
• Two years of college preferred

• Zero experience; one year of Pharmacy Technician experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred

• Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration or Texas Registered Pharmacist Intern required and
  
• IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various) - Various Issuers

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
• Two years of college preferred

• Zero experience; one year of Pharmacy Technician experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred

• Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration or Texas Registered Pharmacist Intern required and
• IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various) - Various Issuers

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Proficient in performing accurate calculations required for usual dosage determinations
• Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, hospital/pharmacy related software, drug preparation pumps/devices, packaging and labeling machines, automated drug dispensing equipment, prescription balances, and portable data processing units
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers

• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals.

• Assists with optimizing the safety and efficiency of pharmacy operations and to support the workflow needs of the pharmacy department.
• Contributes in department efforts to resolve drug related problems and maximizing patient care.

• Performs efficient and safe medication distribution functions such as, but not limited to: telephone triage, repackaging of medications, labeling medications, charge/credit of medications, compounding medications, and inventory of medications.
• Provides support to the workflow and reports any problems to the appropriate parties. Accurately documents and completes paperwork for the assigned role/function.
• Reports “near misses” and inputs errors promptly to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.

• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Recommends solutions in achieving departmental objectives.
• Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.

• Participates in department projects activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Pharmacy Technician.

• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• Business professional: No
• Other (department approved): No

• On Call* No

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

• High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
  
• Two years of college preferred

• Zero experience; one year of Pharmacy Technician experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred

• Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration or Texas Registered Pharmacist Intern required and
  
• IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various) - Various Issuers

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: POB Pharmacy

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( ).

Pay Range: $18.87 - $29.73 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The Pharmacy Technician 2 Certified performs duties such as prescription data entry, labeling, preparing and filling of medication orders for patients of the retail pharmacy. Such medication orders are prepared up to the point of final checking and dispensing by registered pharmacists. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Current State of Illinois Pharmacy Technician licensure required.
• Current PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) required and/or EXCPT
• Individuals licensed BEFORE January 1, 2008 are grandfathered; they are not required to become nationally certified or hold the "Certified" designation to continue working as a registered pharmacy technician in Illinois.
• At least two years of experience in a customer service-oriented pharmacy environment or related field.
• Excellent data entry skills.
• Flexibility with work schedule.
• Good problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Dependable in attendance and job performance.
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Team player with a positive attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to use telephone, computer systems, laminar air flow hoods, copiers, fax machines, calculator and other office equipment as necessary.
Physical Demands:
• Normal office, warehouse and clinical environments.
• May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to blood-borne pathogens, chemotherapeutic agents, cleaning and sanitizing agents.

Responsibilities:
• Recognizes and identifies various classes of drugs and their generic and trade names.
• Assists pharmacists in coordinating and scheduling preparation of sterile admixtures.
• Performs pharmaceutical math with understanding and accuracy, including: fundamental math functions, common apothecary and metric conversions, pharmaceutical dose calculations, and parenteral dose calculations.
• Familiar with abbreviation symbols and equivalents used in pharmacy communications.
• Understands various drugs' storage requirements, dosage forms and compounding techniques. Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of extemporaneous compounding skills.
• Possesses proficient data entry skills. Demonstrates essential computer skills such as order entry, label generation, drug pricing, and third party billing. Prioritizes workload to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Recognizes various billing plan codes and which drugs are covered under these different plans.
• Assists in looking up information to answer general information questions. Refers questions regarding drug information or patient specific questions to a pharmacist.
• Ensures the I.V. preparation room and related equipment are cleaned, calibrated and maintained per organizational policy and procedure.
• Updates/revises patient inventory usage numbers in the computer based on actual usage, change in orders, and communication with other team members.
• Remains alert to customer needs and provides prompt, courteous customer service.
• Responds to and resolves patient/customer problems in an appropriate and timely fashion using proper channels.
• Maintains work area in an organized and orderly fashion, including facing of shelves and returning medications to shelves.
• Checks and maintains adequate supply of stock necessary to fill prescriptions. Orders stock well in advance of running out. Follows up with stock back orders and processes balance-due prescriptions.
• Maintains CE hours required to retain CPhT certification.
• Attends department meetings as scheduled.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Position Title Pharmacy Director
- Infusion Services Southlake Campus Position Summary / Career Interest: • Provides effective leadership and direction for Infusion Services.

Able to strategically identify, internalize and communicate the critical success factors necessary to support Health-System and Pharmacy Enterprise goals.

• Develops, maintains, communicates, and executes a vision and plan for continual improvement and provision of exceptional quality service including clinical, patient care, patient safety, pharmacoeconomic, operational and personnel dimensions.

• Serves as an effective communicator of the organization's vision and goals and the Pharmacy Department's role in achieving those.

• Cultivates and maintains excellent multidisciplinary rapport with physicians, nurses, case managers and high-level leadership.

• Manages his/her responsibilities in a way that supports the achievement of departmental goals.

Works effectively with others in the management team to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems at the departmental level.

Skillfully administers, directs, and allocates all organizational resources.

• Effectively uses the appropriate financial concepts and tools to analyze situations and make financial decisions that support the achievement of short and longer-term departmental financial goals.

• Supports the ongoing professional development of the management team.

• Actively participates in local, regional, and national professional organizations to facilitate networking and benchmarking.

• Creates and communicates the "big picture" understanding of the health system and works to ensure that Infusion Services support the organization's competitive position.

• Identifies opportunities and needs for new or enhanced pharmacy services to support the mission of the organization.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills.

Demonstrates ability to provide care/service safely and efficiently for the care of each patient.

Coordinates the compounding of, dispensing of, and record keeping related to medications for all patients.

Coordinates timely drug distribution from the generation of the medication order until administration of the medication using a team approach to empower pharmacy staff.

Coordinates the provision of patient-focused pharmaceutical care through the following functions: rational, safe and cost-effective drug therapy management, patient education, drug and poison information, procurement of pharmaceuticals and active participation on the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Provides effective leadership and direction to the Department of Pharmacy.

Able to strategically identify, internalize and communicate the critical success factors necessary for the Pharmacy to support Hospital and Pharmacy goals.

Develops, maintains, communicates and executes a vision and plan for continual improvement and provision of exceptional quality pharmacy service including; clinical, patient care, medication safety, pharmacoeconomic, operational and personnel dimensions.

Serves as an effective communicator of the organization's vision and goals and the Pharmacy Department's role in achieving those.

Expresses ideas clearly and effectively (gaining agreement and/or understanding), by adjusting language, terminology and style to the characteristics and needs of the audience as well as the venue for the communication.

Cultivates and maintains excellent rapport with Physicians, Nursing, Executive groups as well as other pertinent areas of the Hospital.

Manages his/her responsibilities in a way that supports the achievement of departmental goals.

Works effectively with others in the management team to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems at the departmental level.

Skillfully administers, directs and allocates all organizational resources.

Leads the department to achievement of excellent pharmaceutical care by providing vision for the development of exceptional quality pharmacy services, assuring accountability and facilitating effective communication relative to these initiatives.

Monitors departmental productivity and communicates both requested information and data deemed pertinent to the Executive Team.

Adapts to meet service, quality, and cost expectations utilizing data.

Participates in Hospital committees and interdisciplinary efforts to enhance medication use and control medication costs, by providing vision for quality and service initiatives to improve patient care.

Including, but not limited to:
- Pharmacy and Therapeutics Commitee and Subcommitees
- Medical Director
- Hospital Director Partnerships
- Other appropriate Hospital or Medical Staff Committees Effectively uses the appropriate financial concepts and tools to analyze situations and make financial decisions that support the achievement of short and longer-term departmental objectives.

Manages to meet fiscal goals and works with Hospital Administration on budget management.

Conducts pharmaceutical procurement and resource utilization with economic and clinical consideration.

Demonstrates personal effectiveness in leading the unit/team towards its goals.

Models appropriate values and maintains and promotes social, ethical and organizational norms.

Supports the ongoing development of the management team.

Actively participates in local, regional and national professional organizations to facilitate networking and benchmarking.

Creates and communicates the "big picture" understanding of the hospital and works to ensure that Pharmacy department supports the organization's desired competitive position.

Identifies opportunities and needs for new or enhanced pharmacy services to support the mission of the organization.

Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to develop a unit/team-wide spirit and intra-team and inter-team cooperation.

Maintains focus on all key stakeholders and supports the unit/team ability to deliver on all valid stakeholder expectations.

Serves as the Pharmacist-In-Charge for the Hospital pharmacy.

Assures compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards relative to the acquisition, storage, handling, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and the provision of pharmaceutical care.

Responsible for all aspects of personnel management for the pharmacy management team.

Identifies personal professional development needs and maintains a plan for continued growth.

Coordinates the Hospital's educational mission with the School of Pharmacy.

If applicable, participation in the quality management program is expected with the goal of improving services by monitoring processes, analyzing data, implementing interventions to improve and evaluating the effectiveness of those interventions.

Responsibilities may include working to establish and maintain long and short term goals for the Quality Management Program; monitoring and documenting Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs) for progress in meeting QI goals; and providing guidance and education to staff on Quality Management priorities and projects.

If applicable, as part of the program, the staff will uphold the quality of the Patient Management Program to include the development and reassessment of the program.

Non-essential Responsibilities Contribute to KU pharmacy department publications.

Prepare poster presentations for a national pharmacy association meeting.

Share professional expertise by providing an educational lecture or presentation as part of one of the following:
- KUMC Grand Rounds
- Local, state, or national pharmaceutical association meeting
- School of Pharmacy classroom setting
- Nursing Education and Development program
- Outreach program
- Other continuing education events Participate in a research projects.

Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit.

Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in Pharmacy High School Graduate Experience in managing pharmacy services in a large tertiary care hospital setting.

5 or more years Supervisory and management experience Experience in the provision of formal education and/or precepting for pharmacy students and/or residents.

Preferred Education and Experience Master's Degree Pharmacy, Health Administration or Business Administration Pharmacy Doctorate Completion of an accredited pharmacy residency Required Licensure and Certification Licensed Pharmacist
- State Board of Pharmacy within 120 Days Knowledge Requirements Excellent communications skills both verbal and written.

Membership in regional & national pharmacy organization(s) Computer skills
- Ability to utilize Windows based programs, Access, Excel and Power point to create or manage spreadsheets and presentations.

Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID: R-46095 Important information for you to know as you apply: The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion .

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link .

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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Clinical Pharmacy Manager

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

• Interpret orders and transcribes or verifies them accurately and efficiently into the pharmacy computer system. Participate in the design and update of pharmacy computer system programs relating to pharmacy, nursing, and physician programs. Participate in the maintenance of pharmacy dictionaries including adding new drugs to the electronic health record drug dictionary and Charge Master Maintenance. Provide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems.
• Provide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems.
• Complies with facility policy and procedures as well as regulatory requirements. Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”. Support and participate in the goals of the organization’s quality improvement, risk management and patient safety program to include but not limited to National Patient Safety Goals, Core Measures and HCAHPS medication related initiatives.
• Accurately compounds and dispense pharmaceuticals. Provide accurate and timely medication information to healthcare staff and patients.
• Monitor drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and dose.
• Leads the clinical pharmacy programs and services for all departments of Mount Sinai Medical Center. Develop, manage and mentor pharmacy clinical programs such as drug consults, nutrition support, pharmacokinetics, anticoagulant monitoring, pain management, IV to PO, renal dosing and other programs as determined appropriate based on patient population and literature guidelines.
• Document all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely. Responsible for mentoring and education as well as ongoing analysis of interventions to insure accurate and appropriate documentation and provides summary reports.
• Serves as a clinical resource for the provision of pharmaceutical care and clinical pharmacy services for the entire medical center. Builds effective relationships with other healthcare professionals and departments within the medical center.
• Develop, manage and mentor antimicrobial management program (AMP)
• Responsible for managing and monitoring the drug formulary: completing drug class reviews, minimizing non-formulary procurements, suggesting appropriate, cost effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff and implementing automatic therapeutic substitutions when appropriate.
• Maintain professional competency sufficient to meet current and future needs of the facility.
• Identify, design, analyze and report drug utilization reviews to promote rational and safe drug therapies and determines action plan based on results.
• Support participation in daily multidisciplinary and bedside rounds. (may need to attend)
• Maintain appropriate controlled substance records.
• Train and participate with Disaster Team drills and real-event responses as assigned. Participate in quality and regulatory reviews and audits.
• Work with the Pharmacy Director to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all regulatory standards. Prioritize work and lead others to comply with facility medication turn-around time policy and procedure.
• Act as manager in charge as assigned. Supervises and assist pharmacy technicians and other support staff effectively. Effectively and proactively intervene in conflicts between pharmacy and medical staff regarding drug therapy issue resolutions.
• Work with the director to establish pharmacy goals and objectives of clinical programs and responsible for implementation and monitoring within budgetary targets.
• Leads the clinical pharmacy programs and services for all departments of Mount Sinai Medical Center.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Works closely with Medication Safety Officer for the design, analysis and reporting of adverse drug reactions, medication errors and pharmacy quality initiatives. Assist in mentoring others in their roles for these programs.
• Train and participate with Code Teams as assigned. Obtain and maintain BLS-ACLS or PALS current certification as appropriate
• Responsible to develop and actively participate in training and mentorship programs for pharmacists, pharmacy students, residents, technicians, nurses and physicians as it relates to clinical pharmacy services. Primary preceptor for pharmacy students and/or pharmacy residents. Responsible for designing and managing these programs and mentoring students and/or residents as well as other preceptors.
• Develop and document staff competency on an ongoing basis, assesses the accomplishment of established goals for the assigned team, provides timely and constructive feedback and develop improvement plans when deficiencies in competencies are identified.
• Participate with various nursing and medical staff committees as necessary. Coordinates all activities related to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.
• Responsible to coordinate the pharmacy review of medication orders in physician order sets, protocols or other evidenced based medication use guidelines
• Responsible for routine publication of the pharmacy newsletter and/or other forms of written and electronic communication
• In conjunction with Pharmacy Director and the Pharmacy Management team, responsible for the development and review of pharmacy policies and procedures. Work with the Pharmacy Director, Operation Manager and Medication Safety Officer to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all controlled substance diversion prevention and monitoring standards.
• Work with Pharmacy Operation Manager for the oversight of staff scheduling to ensure appropriate staff coverage for clinical programs. Share pharmacy operation responsibility with Pharmacy Operation Manager. In conjunction with pharmacy director and operations manager, responsible for staff performance evaluations. Organizes and/or participates in staff meetings as required.

Qualifications:

• Active Pharmacist license in good standing with the Florida Board of Pharmacy. ACLS certification is preferred.
• A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy is required.
• Minimum of 1 year as a Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator or one of the following: Atleast 5 years of hospital pharmacy experience required; preferably within area of focus, completion of hospital PGY2/ pharmacy specialty residency or fellowship, Specialty BCPS certification, other certification (e.g. FCCP, FASHP).

Benefits:

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!