Pharmacist II

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for optimizing medication use through provision of pharmaceutical care to patients. Ensures appropriate medication selection, correct dosage, and effective monitoring for clinical outcomes and adverse effects. Reviews patient medication profiles to assess drug interactions and indications. Provides accurate drug information to health professionals and the public. Supervises pharmacy technicians and clerical staff, participates in interdisciplinary committees, and supports educational programs and training initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Designs, recommends, monitors, and evaluates patient-specific pharmacotherapeutic regimens.

• Provides accurate medication information to patients and caregivers.

• Delivers timely drug information to healthcare providers.

• Responds to medical emergencies and provides emergent pharmaceutical care.

• Assists with medication usage evaluations and data collection.

• Assesses, manages, prevents, and reports medication errors and adverse reactions.

• Prepares and dispenses medications according to policies and procedures.

• Manages workflow and provides guidance to technical staff to ensure efficient pharmaceutical care.

• Participates in patient care committees and interdisciplinary problem-solving.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Doctor of Pharmacy

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in pharmacy operations, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Ohio Pharmacist license obtained within 90 days of hire if applicable for work location.

Licensed Pharmacist

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

O. Radiation: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials.

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