Pharmacist, Home Infusion, PRN at University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore, Maryland

Job Description:

Job Description

General Summary



Provides pharmaceutical care to patients and monitors prescribed medications in accordance to generally accepted pharmacy practices, policies, State and Federal regulations.



Principal Responsibilities and Tasks



The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

Provides pharmaceutical care to patients including the promotion of optimal drug therapy and safe use of medications. Assesses patient-specific data to evaluate medication needs, verifies medication orders, oversees the preparation, dispensing, distribution and monitoring of all medications.

Supervises pharmacy technicians and other support staff with the daily operations of the pharmacy. Ensures compliance with the standards and regulations of USP 797 and USP 800.

Collaborates and consults with and provides education to medical staff, nurses, allied health professionals, patients and caregivers. Acts as a preceptor for students as directed.

Manages care, quality, and costs by engaging in the systematic and continuous process of evaluating and improving the utilization of medications in a patient population in order to enhance the quality, safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the medication use process. Oversees and directs the work of other pharmacy staff and ensures service standards are met.

Company Description
THE MEDICAL HEART OF MARYLAND
Treating over 330,000 patients every year, the University of Maryland Medical Center is at the vital core of Maryland's health care system and community. We're known for our prestigious expertise in innovative research and education, along with the talented staff and advanced centers that make it all possible. The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, the world's first center dedicated to trauma, treats more than 7,500 critically injured patients a year with an incredible 97 percent survival rate. We also have one of the nation's largest kidney and pancreas transplant programs at The Joseph and Corinne Schwartz Division of Transplantation, home to Maryland's first steroid-free protocol and pancreas/kidney transplant. From our National Cancer Institute-designated UM Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center to The University of Maryland's Children's Hospital, one of the largest pediatric centers in the state, we are dedicated to saving and transforming lives.


Qualifications

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Science is required. Doctor of Pharmacy is preferred.

1 year of experience preferred.

Maryland Pharmacist License

Additional Information
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