Requisition ID: 39690

Location: Presence Resurrection Med

Location Address:
7435 West Talcott, Chicago, IL 60631 United States (US)

Daily Hours: 8
Standard Hours: 40
Employment Status: Full-time
Employment Type: Regular
Shift: Rotating
FLSA: N

SUMMARY

Provides accurate and timely dispensing of medications, in all forms, to meet the needs of the individual patient according to professional standards and practices. Provides drug information, as requested, to patients, staff, and physicians. Assists in coordinating and supervising the other pharmacy staff (technicians, inventory personnel, etc).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Order Processing

1. Accurately transcribes, processes, and fills all medication orders in a timely manner.

2. Compounds prescription orders accurately and efficiently.

3. Clarifies orders with prescriber as necessary.

4. Consults with nursing staff and others regarding patient specific information.

5. Plans and organizes work effectively.

B. Patient Specific Dosing - Pharmacokinetics

1. Demonstrates basic pharmacokinetic knowledge base necessary to monitor patient medication

orders for appropriate dosing based on patients age, weight, gender, etc.

2. Checks all medication orders for appropriateness in respect to age, weight, gender, etc.

3. Makes dosage recommendations, subsequent, and adjustments for renally cleared

drugs. Calls physician with recommendation and documents per protocol/guidelines.

4. Makes basic clinical decisions accurately and efficiently.

5. Maintains professional and departmental competencies.

6. Answers drug information questions.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

1-3 years experience with Bachelor's degree PharmD preferred

Computer Skills

Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.

Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

State of Illinois Registered Pharmacist License

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Business Unit: Presence Resurrection Med Cntr

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability