NATURE OF WORK:
This position is administrative and professional clinical pharmacy work involved in the administration of the clinical pharmacy programs and services at Guam Memorial Hospital Authority. Work is performed under general direction following the practices and procedures of hospital pharmacy.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Provides oversight and support for the development and advancement of clinical pharmacy services, focusing on standardization and optimization of clinical workflow, identification of staff competency needs, process improvements that optimize clinical efficiency and medication utilization, and staff education and communication. Provides direction for prioritization of clinical pharmacy projects. Provides drug information and in-services to physicians, nursing staff, and other health professionals. Interacts with physicians, nursing staff, and other health professionals to maintain interdisciplinary relationships. Assists in the establishment, maintenance, and enforcement of professional standards for pharmacy practices in accordance with local and federal laws, accrediting bodies, United States Drug Enforcement Administration, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services standards, and other regulatory requirements. Arranges site coordination of advanced pharmacy practice experiences (APPE) and residency training programs. Establishes and maintains hospital clinical pharmacy policies and procedures. Provides insightful pharmaceutical-related recommendations to support and advocate for medication-use safety. Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of best practice standards and clinical guidelines for acute and chronic disease management, as well as concepts of modern pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics.
- Knowledge of the laws and regulations governing all hospital pharmacy operations.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of administration, supervision and management including budgeting, personnel management, and quality assessment and performance improvement.
- Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures, professional standards, laws, rules, and regulations.
- Ability to implement new systems and procedures, and develop and implement clinical protocols and policies.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external personnel.
- Ability to compile, analyze, and interpret complex data for informed decision-making, to achieve targeted objectives.
- Skill in prioritization, problem solving, team building, decision-making, time management and strategic planning.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited pharmacy program, three (3) years of hospital pharmacy experience; one (1) year of direct patient care experience; and one (1) year of supervisory or managerial experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATION:
Possession of a current license as a registered Pharmacist from the Guam Board of Examiners for Pharmacy.
SELECTIVE FACTOR:
Possession of a current certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA); and
Possession of a current certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA);
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:
Completion of a residency program accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).
Board Certification by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS).
Join us in shaping innovative pharmacy practices that elevate patient safety and clinical outcomes through dedicated leadership and expert knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences.
THE GUAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AUTHORITY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Pay: $73,788.00 - $130,052.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
