MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor of Science in PharmacyORDoctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)from an ACPE accredited school of pharmacy.

2. Must possess current license to practice pharmacy in West Virginia (or appropriate state licensure where services will be provided) or be license eligible. Licensure must be completed within 90 days of hire. If licensure is not obtained within 90 days of start date, associate will be notified that they will be released from their employment.

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience in Hospital Pharmacy through internship or as registered Pharmacist.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Dispenses drugs, chemicals and other pharmaceutical preparations as ordered by physicians.

2. Constantly available for pharmaceutical consultation with doctors or nurses.

3. Takes initiative in questioning a prescription if necessary.

4. Assists manager of Pharmacy in purchasing of drugs from vendors.

5. Talks with sales representatives of various pharmaceutical companies when need dictates.

6. Makes drug checks and inspections on various floors as required.

7. Assists with IV admixture program by checking orders for completeness, accuracy, compatibilities and other technical advice.

8. May be delegated to attend some pharmacy involved hospital meetings.

9. Assists the manager with the Pharmacy Quality Assurance program.

10. Assists the manager with the Pharmacy floor inspection reports.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Walk and stand for long periods of time.

2. Must be able to lift 30 pounds and push 50 pounds.

3. Dexterity required to finger, handle, and reach.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of growth and development.

2. Understanding of the patient's needs and scope of treatment.

3. Understanding of the dynamics for each patient incorporating biophysical, bio-psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, spiritual, cultural, ethical, and discharge planning needs.

4. Knowledge of pain management to facilitate patient comfort through a proactive pain control plan.

5. Knowledge of the total care of patients, whose disease is not responsive to curative treatment, focusing on the control of pain and other symptoms.

6. Must be familiar with professional and commercial phases of Hospital Pharmacy and also with State and Federal laws governing Pharmacy.

7. Computer experience helpful.

8. Demonstrates competency as appropriate in patient care assessment for each patient population area served: Neonatal, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric.

Additional Job Description:

Pharmacist will train at retail pharmacy.

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