Health System Pharmacist Level III

Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City's premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women's Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority.

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.

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Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

This class encompasses professional staff with Supervisory, clinical, or 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

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Supervises and coordinates the operation of a Pharmacy unit or major function.
2. Prepares departmental reports, including the performance of complex statistical analyses.
3. Develop and implement new processes to improve the operation of the Pharmacy and the quality of care provided.
4. Orients new staff members.
5. Monitors and evaluates staff performance and follows appropriate disciplinary proceedings, as necessary.
6. Prepares unit monthly work schedule.
7. Ensures staff compliance with regulatory agency and hospital rules and regulations.
8. Responsible for the maintenance of adequate quantities of medication and other supplies in the Pharmacy unit.
9. Evaluate new drugs released by the FDA in terms of efficacy, adverse effect profile, and cost; make recommendations on additions and deletions to the facility's drug Formulary.
10. Manages the medication therapy of a group or unit of patients as part of an interdisciplinary team, and participates in rounds.
11. Coordinates the assessment of medication use.
12. Serves as a professional and technical resource for medical professionals in a specialty area(s).

Minimum Qualifications

For Level I:
1. Possession of a valid NY State license to practice pharmacy.

For Level II: In addition to meeting the qualification requirements of the lower level:
1. Two years of post licensure experience; or
2. Completion of a post graduate specialty residency or fellowship program; or
3. Current Pharmacy Board Certification.

For Level III: In addition to meeting the qualification requirements of the lower levels, an additional:
1. One year of post licensure supervisory experience or specialty clinical experience.

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:

Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center
Human Resources Department
234 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Blvd, (East 149th Street),
2nd Floor, Annex
Bronx, NY 10451
Attn: Recruitment Unit

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