Full-Time Hospital Pharmacist
| Company | Cardinal Health |
|---|---|
| Location | Sandpoint, ID, USA |
| Salary | $49.4 – $70.6 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | PharmD |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Licensed, “good standing” pharmacist in the state of Montana or have the ability to become quickly licensed in the state
- Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy – new graduates are encouraged to apply
- Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals
- Strong customer service skills
- Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects
- Computer savvy to learn and perform successful operation of multiple pharmacy information systems.
Responsibilities
- Applies expert knowledge of drugs and related protocols, to verify physician orders for medications using pharmacy information system.
- Supervises Pharmacy Technicians to ensure the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy.
- Adjusts dosages based on established protocols for each drug, ensuring that dosages are appropriate for the patient’s condition.
- Educates patients on the proper use and expected effects of medications.
- Manages narcotics and inventory control and compliance, including regular documentation and completion of checklists.
- Contacts Nurses and Physicians as necessary to verify orders and obtain additional information regarding the order.
- Assists the Pharmacy Director in maintaining the pharmacy’s accreditation and in implementing operational changes within the pharmacy.
Preferred Qualifications
- In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred, not required
- IV experience preferred or willing to obtain