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POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides comprehensive specialty health care to a population that has multiple health care needs in the University Health network of community-based ambulatory care centers.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Must have completed training in an ACGME approved and accredited residency program. Completion of residency program from the time of graduation from medical school in excess of the traditional time period for the practice specialty must be fully explained in writing. All incumbents will be expected to be board certified in their specialty or be eligible for board certification. Must obtain board certification in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws.

LICENSURE
Must possess current license to practice medicine in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws. Providers practicing in acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the CMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire. Must maintain DEA numbers. Must follow rules/regulations as set forth by the Texas Medical Board Medical Practice Act.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides comprehensive specialty health care to a population that has multiple health care needs in the University Health network of community-based ambulatory care centers.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Must have completed training in an ACGME approved and accredited residency program. Completion of residency program from the time of graduation from medical school in excess of the traditional time period for the practice specialty must be fully explained in writing. All incumbents will be expected to be board certified in their specialty or be eligible for board certification. Must obtain board certification in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws.

LICENSURE
Must possess current license to practice medicine in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws. Providers practicing in acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the CMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire. Must maintain DEA numbers. Must follow rules/regulations as set forth by the Texas Medical Board Medical Practice Act.

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system that provides care to a 22-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a career destination with over 6,000 colleagues who reflect the diversity of our community. 

TMH is the region's healthcare leader and top provider of advanced care with a 772-bed acute care hospital and the region's only:

• Level II Trauma Center 
• Primary Stroke Center 
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care 
• Pediatric Intensive Care 
• The most advanced cancer, heart and vascular, orthopedic & surgery programs in the Panhandle. 

Our system also includes a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, six residency programs and more than 50 affiliated physician practices. 

Required Education:

Minimum: Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy from an accredited institution. Preferred: Advanced degree or enrollment in advanced degree program.

Required Experience:

Preferred: 1+ years experience as a registered pharmacist in a hospital setting.

Required Certification/License/Registry:

Current Florida pharmacist license or eligible for licensure in Florida.

If you are interested in becoming a part of TMH’s legacy of quality & compassionate healthcare, we want to know you.

Please submit your application & resume TODAY!  We look forward to speaking with you.

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential/license verification.

Responsible for the filling and dispensing of medication orders including the proper handling, usage, and storage of drugs in the pharmacy. Maintains standards set by the department and translates policies and procedures into the daily operation of the pharmacy. Responsible for acting as an information resource to patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy and drug-related information and literature. Plans and organizes work schedule of supportive personnel and pharmacists, as required. Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and the Pharmacy Director, optimizes patient medication therapy by providing comprehensive clinical pharmacy services. Works collaboratively with the health care team to accomplish goals. Assignments may include but not limited to the following specialty areas: infectious disease, oncology, cardiovascular, medication safety, and Pharmacoeconomics.

Reports:

Director of Pharmacy and Supervisor Pharmacy

Supervises:

Pharmacy Technician I and II

Description Of Responsibilities

The Pharmacist is responsible for regulatory pharmacy compliance, patient safety, clinical patient management and communication with patient, caregivers, and physicians. The Pharmacist coordinates and supervises in the delivery of specialty pharmacy services to patients at home and outpatient infusion centers. This includes compounding, quality improvement, dispensing, drug information and clinical monitoring activities.

Reporting Relationship

General Manager

Scope of Supervision

None

Responsibilities Include The Following:

1. The Pharmacist receives physician orders (written and verbal), and evaluates the appropriateness of these orders for dosage, drug choice, potential drug interactions, route of administration and stability.

2. Ensure that pharmaceuticals are accurately compounded and dispensed in accordance with pharmacy protocols and physician orders.

3. Available to patients for drug counseling or for drug consulting and resolves concerns and complaints.

4. Orders appropriate laboratory test(s) to monitor the effectiveness of therapy and to minimize the potential of toxic levels of drug. Also notifies the physician of all abnormal laboratory test results, and will document this communication in the patient’s progress notes. The communication can be either or both by telephone or facsimile transmission (as long as the fax clearly identifies the abnormal results).

5. Contacts the physician to discuss alternatives in cases where drug interactions or stability makes the orders inappropriate. Discuss alternatives in cases where the appropriateness of dosage, drug choice or route of administration will not, in the Pharmacist’s judgment, be in the patient’s best interest.

6. Manage pharmaceutical recalls.

7. Supervise the activities of pharmacy technicians and other department personnel.

8. Complete training in acute care pharmacy; upon successful completion, provide support for acute pharmacy services during weekends and after-hours coverage as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must have a current State of California Pharmacist License.

2. Organizational skills sufficient to maintain consistently accurate records.

3. Ability to evaluate options and to make efficient decisions.

4. Current knowledge of all applicable state and federal pharmacy laws, rules and regulations.

5. Computer skills that include proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, and efficient use of the internet and e-mail.

6. Ability to use good judgment and work with minimal direction.

7. Must have good organizational skills and be able to work across interdisciplinary boarders.

8. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to express technical issues in “layman” terms.

Education and/or Experience:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy. Doctor of Pharmacy degree or higher is preferred.
• Additional training in an accredited Pharmacy Residency program is of benefit.
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a hospital or home health infusion service providing direct patient care is highly recommended.
• Prior experience working with managed care environments is a benefit.
• Member of a professional society is recommended (i.e., ASHP, ASPEN, APHA).

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

It is the policy of Premier Infusion & Healthcare Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Premier Infusion & Healthcare Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person