Job Description

The Pharmacy Resident provides distributive and clinical pharmacy services in a professional and competent manner to assure rational and appropriate drug therapy for all patients while completing the requirements in the Pharmacy Resident Manual.

STATUS: Full time

DEPARTMENT: Pharmacy

ATTRIBUTES

• Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college of Pharmacy

• Strong analytical, computer, and communication skills with an excellent attention to detail

• Required Licensure/Certification Skills: New York Pharmacist Permit or Pharmacist License.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the hospital medication distribution system and is able to provide assistance to system users.

• Able to function independently and without supervision.

• At a minimum, processes work at a rate that meets the needs of the department, the patients, and the institution.

• Demonstrates knowledge of all relevant departmental, organizational, and federal laws, policies, and procedures.

• Performs tasks at a level of accuracy consistent with department expectations.

• Demonstrates the ability to access patient information via system network.

• Trains in the storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous drugs in accordance with standards set by regulatory agencies.

• Ensures that the needed stock is obtained in an emergency.
  Clinical Services

• Responds in a timely manor to drug information requests using available references.

• Accurately identifies and prioritizes clinical issues to ensure that the most critical matters are addressed prior to less critical issues.

• Utilize appropriate method of communication for the type of problem. Timely resolution of problems is essential.

• Documents all interventions per department standards.

• Participates in clinical initiatives as defined by department.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$60,400.00 - $60,400.00

CITY:

Potsdam

POSTAL CODE:

13676

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.