16346BR

Title:

Staff Pharmacist; Medication Management

Department/Cost Center:

350 - South Wedge Pharmacy

Job Description:

Responsible for acting as an information resource to patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy and drug‑related information, and may serve as a clinical liaison for the healthcare team for the Medication Management program. The goal of this program is to optimize therapeutic outcomes by focusing on safety, effectiveness, lower-cost alternatives and adherence. This pharmacist will utilize their clinical judgement and expertise to ensure the best medication outcomes for their patients. The pharmacist will support the dispensing pharmacies by helping manage queues, proactively managing refills, balancing workloads, triaging phone calls, and providing billing support. Responsible for the filling and dispensing of prescriptions including the proper handling, usage, and storage of drugs in the pharmacy according to state and federal laws. Maintains standards set by the department and translates policies and procedures into the daily operation of the pharmacy. Responds to inquiries concerning drug contents, dosages, regimen reviews, errors, storage, and disposal. Monitors drug therapies for drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications. Monitors stocks of drugs and supplies. Inventories and procures drugs, medications, and supplies as required. May oversee support staff and assist in training new staff.

Daily tasks will be completed independently and prioritized based on the patient and pharmacist needs, maintaining patient confidentiality and HIPAA at all times.

Salary Rate

$126,258-$163,610 annually

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Auto req ID:

16346BR

Job Requirements:

B.S. in Pharmacy or higher. Pharm. D with minimum of 1 year of residency training preferred. Minimum of 1 year of hospital experience preferred. Current New York state license (or eligible for licensure) to practice professional pharmacy. American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required or must be obtained within 18 months of hire.

Employment Status:

Full-Time

Hours/Week:

40

Posting Title:

Staff Pharmacist; Medication Management

City:

Rochester

Work Shift:

Days

Area of Interest:

Clinical Non-Nursing

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