Pharmacist - Travel - $3,437 Per Week

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Infojini Healthcare to find a qualified Pharmacist in Wrangell, Alaska, 99929! Pay Information $3,437 per week About The Position ID: 51372178 Shift: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 530pm with 1 hour break for lunch from 1 to 2pm Description: CURRENT ALASKA LICENSE REQUIREDMUST HAVE FLU VACCINATIONJob DescriptionJob DescriptionThis position functions within the pharmacy department and its primary purpose is to assure efficacious, safe, and cost-effective drug therapy and appropriate outcomes in the use of drugs and medicines. To prepare and distribute medications according to Federal and State law, provide patient counseling and education, and to advise the medical, nursing, and village staff on drug therapy. Select and maintain an appropriate drug inventory. Formulate and participate in quality improvement activities. The services directly impact the healthcare of our patients. Performs in a professional manner, respects confidentiality, and demonstrates qualities endorsed by following the seven Standards for Service Excellence outlined in the SEARHC Human Resources Manual.Independent professional judgment is used prior to the filling and dispensing of each prescription to evaluate it for appropriateness and safety. If any question arises, the prescriber must be consulted and recommendations for the alternate therapy are made by the pharmacist. Judgment failure could seriously affect the health care of one or more individuals. Independent judgment is also used to counsel patients, pharmacist must verify that patients understand their medications and appropriate outcomes of drug therapy. Counseling can directly increase medication compliance and decrease patient morbidity. Decision making is required in the Drug Utilization Evaluation process. This review performed by the pharmacist results in better patient care, educates medical staff, and can result in cost-savings to the clinic. Decision making is required in the formulation of policy and procedure which affects the overall operation of the department.Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the JobReviews all prescriptions for appropriateness of therapy, legality, completeness, contraindications, interactions, allergies, adverse drug reaction, lab value abnormalities and follow up by screening patient s chart. Provides clinical consultation and clarification and resolves any concerns or questions with prescriber prior to dispensing. Documents all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely. Enters prescriptions into pharmacy software.Verifies finished prescription orders in a timely manner. These orders must be filled accurately while maintaining all required record keeping and documentation. Works independently with minimal supervision. Organizes and prioritizes work assignments. Ensures pharmacy services are provided in a timely manner.Advises patients clearly and accurately regarding their medications and appropriate outcomes and verifies patient understanding. The information will include the indication for which the patient is taking the medication, the drug name and strength, how it is used, and what changes to expect. Communicates regularly with patients as well as health care providers within and outside of our facility to resolve problems and provide optimal care.Performs chart reviews for prescription refills and medication therapy management. Writes recommendations for providers and requests prescription refills on the patient s behalf. Provides drug information, drug therapy consultation and staff education relating to drug therapy.Directs pharmacy support personnel. Verifies the daily activities of pharmacy technicians. Serves as a role model and educator of pharmacy students and technicians. May supervise a support person in the accomplishment of individual tasks but does not have overall supervisory authority for the support personnel.Participates in clinical and administrative activities including quality control and quality improvement within the department and clinic. Attends meetings and participates on committees as requested. Assures availability, preparation, and control of medications. Selects appropriate drugs for formulary. Takes on additional departmental duties and responsibilities as assigned. Works in pharmacy run clinics.Provide health promotion and disease prevention activities related to drug use and preventative drug therapy.Additional Job DescriptionAdditional Job DescriptionEducation, Certifications, and Licenses RequiredPharm.D. degree and licensure as a registered pharmacist.Candidates licensed prior to 2003 with a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree will be considered with 3 years of experience in hospital and/or ambulatory clinic pharmacy. There is no equivalent substitution for the degree.An unrestricted license as a registered pharmacist in any state.Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED, may be obtained within 1 year of hire).Completion of a nationally recognized (by ASHP) pharmacy residency program preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesTo work efficiently as part of the medical team, it is necessary to be proficient at reviewing the patient s medical history, labs, and medications orders using an in-depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical sciences.Filling prescriptions also requires unerring knowledge of state and federal laws governing the practice of pharmacy.The Pharmacist must provide care appropriate to the needs of patients of all ages.Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing to patients and staff.Must have a working knowledge of computer application skills.Math skills are required in the accurate calculation of drug dosages both oral and intravenous and to compound formulations.Ability to work cooperatively within health system and pharmacy staff and exercise sound professional judgment.Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.Ability to work independently, set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond quickly to emergency requests. Position Billing string = Medefis Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91 9333077EXPPLAT Job Requirements Required for Onboarding Competency Exam Core Mandatory Exam Self Assessment (Skills Checklist) About Infojini Healthcare At Infojini Healthcare, We tell it like it is. Infojini Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms. Consecutively ranked among the INC 5000 fastest-growing companies from the past five years, Infojini is dedicated to serving excellence in a breadth of staffing services. Our global footprints are spread over 26+ locations including the USA, Canada, and India. Working at the intersection of people, process, and technology, our recruiters constantly provide progressive and sustainable staffing solutions to challenges faced by our clients. Being in the industry since 2006 and serving an array of healthcare facilities, we understand the key talent needs of the healthcare industry and its associated verticals. Full-time, part-time, temp-to-hire, contractual, or urgent hiring, whatever is your requirement, you can trust Infojini to deliver the specific skills and expertise you need. At Infojini Healthcare, we understand the importance of quality patient care. With our comprehensive allied professionals and nurse staffing services, we provide you access to a qualified network of healthcare professionals including allied and nursing staff. Each professional is pre-screened and matched to your specific qualifications, for assignments ranging from three weeks up to several months. Trained in the latest technologies, our temporary allied professionals offer you a broad spectrum of specialties in therapy, imaging, laboratory, and pharmacy. Our extensive network of qualified travel nurses is available on a variety of assignment lengths customizable to your needs – per diem (1-n weeks), traditional travel (13-26 weeks), and short-term travel (4-8 weeks). 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