Pharmacist

Professional - Clinical

UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital

SAH PHARMACY

Full Time · Day Shift · Day Shift

POSITION SUMMARY:
Reviews and evaluates medication orders for appropriateness. Authorizes the dispensing of medications to inpatients and outpatients at SwedishAmerican Hospital. Monitors patient’s drug regimens and intervenes when appropriate to ensure optimal drug therapy. Provides drug information to the Health System staff, patients and community. Carries out the control and distribution functions ensuring compliance with health systems, state, and federal policies, guidelines and laws. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:
Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy. Completion of ASHP-accredited residency preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Be eligible or has taken Multi-state Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam (MPJE) and North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) to become licensed in the State of Illinois.
Must provide copy of diploma/degree for highest level of education obtained.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Good interpersonal, organizational and critical decision-making skills required. Ability to use calculator and computer. Ability to effectively communicate and develop collaborative working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Processes medication orders properly.

• Proficient in Quality Improvement initiatives.

• Participates in Code Blue situations.

• Provides medication information when applicable.

• Maintains knowledge in Policies and Procedures.

Displays competency in the use of all pharmacy resources, including computer software, hardware and other technology.

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• Maintains control and inventory of Controlled substances.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

Job Type: Full-time