The Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications for patients on Inpatient, 340 B and Retail Pharmacy upon receipt of medication order and to provide drug information to the medical and nursing staff upon request based upon the age of the patient served.
REPORTS TO: CEO
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must possess Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy.
- Registered Pharmacist in the State of Michigan.
- Experience in institutional practice with USP 797 competency standards documented.
- Must be self-directed, motivated and capable of supervising supporting personnel.
- Must have effective communication skills.
POSITION DUTIES: ESSENTIAL
- Is responsible for all the technical and professional functions related to the dispensing of any medications.
- Is responsible for enforcing the departmental policies and procedures as outlined in the Pharmacy Policy and Procedure Manual.
- Provides drug information to physicians, nurses and other health professionals.
- Supervises the activities of the Pharmacy Technician.
- Is responsible for assisting in contacting physicians regarding clarification of medication orders on medications that are not obtainable.
- Monitors drug therapy of patients by screening Patient Medication Profile for potential medication problems; contacts prescriber when applicable.
- Maintains competency as required by professional standards.
- Complies with HIPAA requirements for security and confidentiality.
- Observes all infection control and safety policies and procedures.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of BCMH Corporate Compliance plan, Code of Conduct and reporting process of any compliance concerns.
- Is responsible for completing educational requirements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical Activities: Essential
- Keyboarding
- Grasping
- Lifting
- Reaching
- Standing
- Stooping
An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weights in the range of:
- Up to 25 pounds frequently
- Up to 50 pounds occasionally
Sensory and Communicative Activities: Essential
- Feeling
- Hearing
- Seeing
- Speaking
Environmental Exposure:
- Inside environmental conditions
- Chemical hazards
EMPLOYEE PLEDGES TO:
PATIENTS FIRST
- I commit to recognize that patients are our reason for being here
- I commit to providing excellent customer service to our patients, their family and my co-workers.
- I commit to welcome patients promptly in a friendly many using AIDET:
- Acknowledge
- Introduce
- Duration
- Explanation
- Thank you
RESPECT
- I will treat all people with courtesy, respect, sensitivity, and foster a caring environment that promotes fairness for the common good.
- I commit to arriving on time for all meetings and work shirts, thus demonstrating respect and courtesy to my fellow co-workers, business associates, patients, families and all involved.
- I commit to respect BCMH in the workplace, the community, and on social media and in the presence of patients.
- I commit to consider at all times: Are my actions and attitude kind, honest, true, helpful, inspiring, and necessary?
EXCELLENCE
- I commit to always demonstrate professionalism, ethics, and personal responsibility.
- I commit to not be satisfied with substandard results and to exceed expectations.
- I commit to participate in performance improvement to enhance the care of patients.
ACCOUNTABILITY
- I commit to allocate our human and financial resources wisely.
- I commit to take responsibility for my decisions, actions, and performance, welcoming constructive feedback and suggestion.
- I commit to meet all deadlines required for education assignments and maintain appropriate credentials and licensure as required by BCMH and the State that pertain to my position.
- I commit to hold others accountable for behaviors and performance, recognizing that the actions of one speak for the entire team.
COMPASSION
- I commit to treat each patient and their family as if they were my own.
- I commit to caring, it is the highest calling of our profession to provide comfort to those who are in distress.
- I commit to displaying compassion, empathy, and hope to my fellow coworkers, patients, and families and all involved.
- I commit to go above and beyond ordinary care, remembering it is the little things that provide comfort, safety, and reassurance.
TEAMWORK
- I commit to work in collaboration and be supportive of all BCMH co-workers.
- I commit welcome and nurture new co-workers and find ways to manage up and show appreciation for all members of BCMH team.
- I commit to keep my interactions with others positive by no engaging in negative behaviors including gossiping and undermining others.
- I will show respect for all employees regardless of their position in our organization.
- I commit to promoting a caring and safe environment.
BCMH is a family of community members ready to care about you and yours. Our value is in our people and our mission. The care we give, and our continued potential for future growth to serve our community and staff depend upon all of us maintaining the core values, rules, and standards we have set.
I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform the minimum requirements and essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations.
***This position will be filled based on qualifications without regard to religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, disability, family status, genetic information, pregnancy or any protected characteristics or activity.
