What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist (PRN) position at Henderson County Community Hospital?
Position General Summary:
This position is an Essential position at the facility to ensure efficient operations and patient care. Employees hired into an Essential position are expected to report to work for their scheduled shifts regardless of the environmental weather and road conditions that may exist.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
The Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring adherence to facility SOPs and procedures, adherence to state and federal regulations, and directly supervise Pharmacists. The Pharmacist is also responsible for providing medications, drugs and other pharmaceuticals as needed for appropriate patient care in accordance with professional standards of practice. Additionally, the Pharmacist will assist the Director of Pharmacy with various DMV, PI, DUE/MUE and CQI projects as assigned. The Pharmacist will be responsible for inpatient and outpatient medication and device education when appropriate. The Pharmacist will be responsible for additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy, as appropriate.
Facility General Responsibilities:
Attend facility new hire orientation as scheduled by HR
Complete Department Orientation Initial Competency within 7 days of hire date
Complete Department Initial Skills Competency within 90 days of hire date
Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures
Respect cultural and religious practices of patients from all backgrounds
Follow HIPAA regulations at all times
Be punctual and dependent for assigned shifts
Dress within the dress code requirements of the facility
Identifies all patients using at least two identifiers verbally (name and DOB), and by checking ID bracelet
Follows Hospital Wide and Department Specific policies and procedures
Must interact with physicians, guest, staff, and patients pleasantly, cooperatively, and effectively
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrates skill in communication, conflict resolution and human relations.
Must be emotionally mature and able to function effectively under stress.
Must exhibit a team approach.
Must be knowledgeable of fiscal, general healthcare issues, trends, quality management and other aspects of Pharmaceutical practice and standards.
Must be proficient in both oral and written communication.
Position Requirements: Education, Work Experience, Licensure, Certifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.
The Pharmacist must have a minimum of one year of hospital experience, or equivalent as determined by the Director of Pharmacy. One year experience in unit dose and IV admixture is preferred.
Current Tennessee Pharmacy License
Current Tennessee Controlled Substance Qualification Endorsement