New York, New York
Rotating (United States of America)
Bring your talent and ambition to the world-renowned Pharmacy team at NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan—the singular source of advanced care and caring for the 600,000 New Yorkers who live and work south of 14th Street.
We know that extraordinary careers in pharmacy come from the opportunity to do extraordinary work. That's why we're inviting experienced pharmacists to explore the innovative careers at New York's number one hospital. There's no better place to define your expertise, while working with a team that's defining national standards.
In this role, you will review and interpret medication orders by physicians to other authorized healthcare providers. Verifies orders for completeness, accuracy and appropriateness in accordance with pharmaceutical care standards and prescribed policies and procedures. Reviews patient’s profiles and problems, i.e., Drug interactions, drug allergies, therapeutic duplication, contraindications, drug-drug incompatibilities, dosing and adverse drug reactions relating to the new order or order changes. Maintains effective communication with physicians and nurses to ensure safe and appropriate use of drugs. Prepares or supervises the preparation and dispensing of medication to inpatients and outpatients. Including unit dose dispensing, IV admixture, chemotherapy, TPN, investigational drugs, other sterile products, and extemporaneous preparation, in accordance with hospital policy. Completes written records of dispensing all medication including controlled substances and investigational drugs as required by policy and regulation. Advises and consults with patient and families on medication use, dangers, side effects and composition. Maintains responsibility for resolving medication dispensing system problems for one or more patients care areas. Provides in-service education and/or orientation concerning drug use to health professionals when necessary or as appropriate. Attends and participates in meetings held on patient care units as appropriate. Routinely visits Nursing units, review patient charts, physician orders, medication records and storage areas. Conducts monthly inspections of patient care areas in accordance with Joint Commission and N.Y.S. Department of Health requirements. Reviews inspection results and quality improvement information with patient care director or department head and recommends changes as required. Routinely participates in target drug monitoring programs and pharmacy and hospital-sponsored drug therapy intervention programs. As needed, participate in quality assurance, drug utilization review, and adverse drug reaction reporting. Maintains knowledge of field by participation in continuing education programs in accordance with New York State requirements, Joint Commission standards and as necessary to perform the job effectively.
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
$88.00/Hourly
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
At NewYork-Presbyterian, we put patients first. It’s the kind of work that requires an unwavering commitment to excellence and a steady spirit of professionalism. And it’s a unique opportunity for you to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in health care, while building on our success as one of the nation’s best hospitals.
A career here is one that helps improve the lives of countless human beings throughout the world. From preventive, inpatient and ambulatory care, to technology management and beyond, all of our work is essential to the delivery of top-notch care.
Representing a wide range of fields, our talented employees collaborate across several facilities within our network, including:
• NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center
• NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
• NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital
• NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
• NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital
• NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children's Hospital of Children's Hospital of New York
• NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital
• NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of Children's Hospital of New York
• NewYork-Presbyterian Queens
• NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester
• NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health
No matter where you work within our organization, you’ll enjoy inspirational and supportive leaders, the latest in technology, and a benefits package that fosters true work-life balance. These are just some of the many reasons why employee engagement and patient satisfaction are at all-time highs within our hospital. Explore our life-changing careers today, and discover the promising future ahead.
