Job Description

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health
Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary
The Pharmacist II adjusts and dispenses medication and drives the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy. The Pharmacist verifies orders using the pharmacy information system, makes adjustments according to protocols for a given medication, and provides patient education.

About the The MA State Office of Pharmacy (MSOPS) Pharmacy Distribution Center (PDC)

The MA State Office of Pharmacy Pharmacy Distribution Center provides medications via central fill in unit dose or blister card form for DDS, DPH, DMH, DOC, and HOC facilities throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Schedule

• 32 hours/week.

• Rotating start times. (Must be able to start shift any time between 6:00am - 1:30pm).

• 8.5 hour shifts.

• Rotating weekends.

• Back-up evening and overnight coverage as needed.

Responsibilities

• C hecks unit dose medication for appropriate drug , dose, quantity, and packaging integrity.

• Supervise and direct pharmacy support personnel as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy.

• Facilitates availability of first doses and specialty items; maintains adequate medication supplies.

• Completes monthly controlled substances audits and quality assessment rounds.

• Maintains and enforces the documentation and security of narcotic medications.

• Review medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness ; Reviews transcription of medication orders. 

• Updates medications on administrative records. 

• Provides pharmacokinetic monitoring of patients receiving specific drugs and ensures that serum concentrations are drawn; monitors parental nutrition.

• Observes for adverse drug reactions; documents all medication incident s within the reporting module.

• Provides medication counseling to patients; provides drug information to physicians, nurses, patients and other health care professionals.

• Documents interventions with health care personnel related to drug therapy.

• Performs drug utilization evaluations on medications; oversees activities of medication administration nurses; participates in patient care rounds.

• Provides in - service education to hospital health care professionals.

• Repackages bulk medications in unit-dose packages safely and accurately per established procedures using appropriate techniques.

• Demonstrates competency in automated dispensing equipment and adheres to established processes and procedures.

• Maintains security and confidentiality of passwords.

• Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, and quality improvement programs.

• Completes timely and m aintains all required training and education per depar tment requirements ( e.g., M y Spark , myLearning , Continuing Education).

• Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures.  Complies with all requirements related to risk management, safety, security, fire, and infection control .  Complies with all applicable state, local and federal regulations.

• Maintains safety-integrity-professionalism at all times to include appropriate communication with coworkers.

• Organizes and prioritizes work assignments.

• Demonstrates good oral and written communication.

• Answers the telephone, identifying self and department; directs calls to appropriate personnel.

• Keeps pharmacy areas clean, neat, and well organized; Keeps pharmacy equipment clean.

• Performs other duties, as assigned by supervisor. Willing to modify work schedule to accommodate staffing needs of facility.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Degree (B.S. or PharmD).

• Must be a “good standing” licensed Pharmacist in the state of Massachusetts.

• Prior Hospital or Long-Term Care experience preferred.

• Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Effective interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of Commonwealth of Massachusetts pharmacy law when ordering and handling medications.

• Good working knowledge of generic and trade names of medications.

• Flexibility to work various shifts.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks.

• Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity.

• Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve.

• Applies judgment within defined parameters.

• Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects.

• Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy.

Anticipated hourly range: $55.40 per hour - $79.10 per hour (includes shift differential).

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 11/29/2024 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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