Health System Pharmacist Level I
New York, New York
Employer: NYC Health Hospitals
Industry: PHARMACY
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Elmhurst Hospital Center (EHC) is the major tertiary care provider in the borough of Queens. The hospital is comprised of 545 beds and is a Level I Trauma Center, an Emergency Heart Care Station and a 911 Receiving Hospital. It is the premiere health care organization for key areas such as Surgery, Cardiology, Women's Health, Pediatrics, Rehabilitation Medicine, Renal and Mental Health Services.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
Rotating
Job Description
This class of positions encompasses professional staff, supervisory, clinical and administrative work within a pharmacy department, with varying degrees of latitude for independent initiative and judgment. Health System Pharmacists adhere to Federal, State and local laws and other regulatory requirements regarding pharmacy and institutional practice. There are three (3) Assignment Levels within this class of positions, and all personnel may be required to perform related work. The following are typical assignments within this class of positions.
Assignment Level I
Under direction, with moderate latitude for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, provides professional pharmacy services in a hospital, clinic or other health care setting. The following are typical tasks performed at Assignment Level I:
Duties & Responsibilities
1. Fills prescriptions and patient orders, resolves discrepancies in patient therapy, and follows-up on problems.
2. Utilizes clinical data in evaluating physician orders to ensure appropriate therapy.
3. Provides and documents drug information and patient counseling.
4. Documents interventions, adverse drug reactions (ADRs), and medication errors.
5. Directs and utilizes personnel including technicians, aides and clerical staff.
6. Assists in the monthly inspection of the patient care units and the Pharmacy.
7. Maintains adequate medication supply in individual work area.
8. Participates in Pharmacy staff in-services and meetings relating to Systemwide and/or health care setting programs.
9. Operates and troubleshoots automated dispensing systems, as needed.
10. Advises prescribers on alternatives for non-formulary drugs.
11. Utilizes Outpatient and Inpatient computerized systems to enter and access patient care information.
12. Coordinates and analyzes statistics and/or clinical data.
13. Participates in quality management and utilization review programs.
14. May coordinate the work of a small group to accomplish a project or assignment.
15. May participate in the preparation and review of policies and procedures.
16. May assist in the development, implementation and execution of Pharmacy staff training curriculum.
17. In the absence of the supervisor, may assist in the supervision of a Pharmacy unit or function.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid NY State license to practice pharmacy.
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online at employment.nychhc.org.
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
Rotating
Job Description
This class of positions encompasses professional staff, supervisory, clinical and administrative work within a pharmacy department, with varying degrees of latitude for independent initiative and judgment. Health System Pharmacists adhere to Federal, State and local laws and other regulatory requirements regarding pharmacy and institutional practice. There are three (3) Assignment Levels within this class of positions, and all personnel may be required to perform related work. The following are typical assignments within this class of positions.
Assignment Level I
Under direction, with moderate latitude for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, provides professional pharmacy services in a hospital, clinic or other health care setting. The following are typical tasks performed at Assignment Level I:
Duties & Responsibilities
1. Fills prescriptions and patient orders, resolves discrepancies in patient therapy, and follows-up on problems.
2. Utilizes clinical data in evaluating physician orders to ensure appropriate therapy.
3. Provides and documents drug information and patient counseling.
4. Documents interventions, adverse drug reactions (ADRs), and medication errors.
5. Directs and utilizes personnel including technicians, aides and clerical staff.
6. Assists in the monthly inspection of the patient care units and the Pharmacy.
7. Maintains adequate medication supply in individual work area.
8. Participates in Pharmacy staff in-services and meetings relating to Systemwide and/or health care setting programs.
9. Operates and troubleshoots automated dispensing systems, as needed.
10. Advises prescribers on alternatives for non-formulary drugs.
11. Utilizes Outpatient and Inpatient computerized systems to enter and access patient care information.
12. Coordinates and analyzes statistics and/or clinical data.
13. Participates in quality management and utilization review programs.
14. May coordinate the work of a small group to accomplish a project or assignment.
15. May participate in the preparation and review of policies and procedures.
16. May assist in the development, implementation and execution of Pharmacy staff training curriculum.
17. In the absence of the supervisor, may assist in the supervision of a Pharmacy unit or function.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid NY State license to practice pharmacy.
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online at employment.nychhc.org.
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
- Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
- College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
- Multiple employee discounts programs
Created: 2024-05-25
Reference: 104372
Country: United States
State: New York
City: New York
ZIP: 10036
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