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Essential and other responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:
PATIENT CARE - Thoroughly reviews patient's medical therapy through participation in patient care rounds, review of medical and medication administration records and discussion with other health care providers to assure optimal pharmaceutical care
PATIENT CARE - Provide pharmacologic and pharmacotherapy information to health care professionals, as requested or as necessary; this information may be formal or informal, written or unwritten
QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - Continually evaluate current activities and propose new areas of involvement or changes in current practices
PATIENT CARE - Document all interventions and activities in departmental records as requested
REPORTS - A monthly, semiannual and annual report summarizing cost containment and quality improvement activities will be submitted
PATIENT CARE - Document all medication errors and adverse drug reactions in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures
PATIENT CARE - Conceptualize, develop, solicit and gain all necessary approval for and execute at least one pharmacotherapy or pharmacoeconomic research project annually
GRANTS - When applicable, obtain grants from outside sources to cover the cost of the research
PATIENT CARE - Provide overall support to departmental and Hospital research activities through collaboration with other department members and provision of backup support and coverage
PATIENT CARE - Actively participate in the department's consultation services and provides pharmacology/pharmacokinetic consults, as necessary
PROJECTS - Complete two or more Medication Utilization Evaluation projects annually and provides expertise and consultation to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
RESEARCH - Publish research findings in a peer-reviewed professional journal
RESEARCH - Present research findings in a state or national professional meeting
TRAINING - Provide training and education to Pharmacy and Medical staff, Medical residents, Nursing staff, Nursing students, or other health care professionals concerning pharmacotherapy or related topics
EDUCATION - Participate in the education of Pharm. D. students at the UMN College of Pharmacy
EDUCATION - Retain the appointment of Clinical Adjunct Professor at the UNM College of Pharmacy
TRAINING - Precept students and provides lectures at the College
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - Review the medical, pharmacology, and pharmacy literature consistently to assure knowledge of recent and significant developments
COORDINATION - Actively attends and participates in Hospital and Medical Staff committees, as assigned
OTHER DUTIES - Perform other duties as assigned or requested
SUPERVISION- Organize and guide the daily operational duties of the support personnel
PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"
PEOPLE:
Positive Attitude: We are here to serve our customers by meeting their needs with utmost care and courtesy. Our attitude represents the hospital's commitment to excellence. This commitment is reflected by providing a positive and caring experience with every interaction.
Professionalism: We consider our customer's expectations in how we present our facility and ourselves. We have only one opportunity to make a positive first impression. This commitment is reflected in our ethics, appearance, manner, expressions, and concern.
SERVICE:
Communication: We are committed to listening attentively to our co-workers, patients and customers in order to fully understand and meet their needs. This commitment is reflected by our verbal, non-verbal, and written communications being delivered with courtesy, clarity, care, and a smile.
Dignity and Respect: We recognize, value, and respect the diversity of our co-workers, patients, and customers by honoring their perspectives, choices, and differences. This commitment is reflected in our conduct by ensuring their knowledge, values, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds are incorporated into staff interactions, care planning, and decision-making.
Privacy: We are committed to the protection of our co-workers' and patients' rights to personal and medical privacy. We treat the patient, patient information and/or property with confidentiality and respect and strive to create a secure and trusting environment. This commitment is reflected by ensuring that rights to privacy and modesty are honored.
QUALITY:
Knowledge and Expertise: We believe our patients deserve to have people caring for them who are knowledgeable and technically proficient in what they do. This commitment is reflected through preceptorships, mentorships, continuing education, and ongoing competency evaluations.
Safety Awareness: We all share in the responsibility of maintaining a safe environment for our co-workers, patients and customers. This commitment is reflected by our safety conscious attitudes, actions, and continuous safety training.
Sense of Ownership: We take pride in what we do, taking responsibility for the outcomes of our efforts. This commitment is reflected by our ongoing effort to complete our work promptly and accurately the first time.
FINANCES:
Fiscal Responsibility: As a public hospital, we are accountable to the community to ensure responsible use of resources to provide the needed services for all those we serve. This commitment is reflected by our actions and attitudes toward expense and time management.
Integrity: We believe in complying with all government rules and regulations relative to receiving compensation for our services. This commitment is reflected by exercising ethical and accurate billing and financial practices.
GROWTH:
Customer Service: We believe in the importance of growth and on-going public support. This commitment is reflected by providing exceptional customer service to all we serve and by responding quickly to resolve problems.
Recruitment & Retention: We believe our patients deserve to have the very best providers and staff available to provide their care. This commitment is reflected in our organization by continually attracting, developing, and retaining staff with exceptional skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Registered Pharmacist with the State of New Mexico
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Licensed Pharmacist in State of New Mexico
CPR Certification or must obtain within 30 calendar days of date of position
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
Master's Degree of Science clinically oriented in Pharmacy, Doctor of Pharmacy Degree, or Pharmcotherapy Board Certification
1 year level II pharmacist experience, as determined by the review committee
WORKING CONDITIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Subject to UNM credentialing process; must maintain credentialed status
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. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work. |
