CDTM Pharmacist Position Available In New York, New York

CDTM Pharmacist Department

MEDICAL CLINIC

Location
Manhattan
Job

ID122915

Civil Service ClassificationNon Competitive
Hire In Rate$154,097.00 (for employees new to HHC) Salary Range – Pay Frequency Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular
Regular ShiftDay About NYC Health + Hospitals NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan is the community hospital of choice for residents of East Harlem, northern Manhattan, and neighboring communities. The hospital provides culturally-sensitive care in a welcoming and hospitable setting, emphasizing primary care medicine and utilizing the latest advances in medical science. Metropolitan delivers high quality health services with compassion, dignity, and respect to all, without exception. Since its founding in 1875, the hospital has been affiliated with New York Medical College, representing the oldest partnership between a hospital and a private medical school in the United States. Metropolitan is a part of the NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal hospital and health care system in the country. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons. Work Shifts 9:00 A.M – 5:00 P.

M Job Description Purpose of Position:

Under the direction of the collaborative clinical team lead, performs clinical services relating to the review, evaluation and management of drug therapy to a patient, being treated by a physician for a specific disease or associated disease states, in accordance with a written agreement or Protocol with a voluntarily participating physician. Responsibilities Interviews patient to gather all relevant data, including but not limited to general health, activity status, medical history, medication history (including OTCs), and immunization history.
Screens for drug allergy and drug interactions. Notes drugs or classes of drugs contraindicated in specific disease states.
Assesses medication regimens and makes modifications so as to achieve desired therapeutic outcomes, providing direct pharmaceutical care in the outpatient ambulatory setting.
Performs routine patient monitoring functions as necessary in drug therapy management, including collecting and reviewing patient history. Orders appropriate disease-state or drug specific laboratory and physical assessments including but not limited to vital signs, diabetic foot exams, hemoglobin A1C, and urine microalbumin (only if specifically authorized by the protocol and to the extent necessary to discharge their responsibilities under the law).
Evaluates clinical laboratory tests related to the drug therapy management for the specific disease or disease state(s) specified within the Protocol.
Adjusts the management of drug strength, frequency or route of administration and/or substitutes authorized drugs in accordance with the Drug Therapy Protocol with the Collaborating Provider. Performs comprehensive medication review and reconciliation and resolves medication-related problems in order to optimize drug therapy. Resolves discrepancies in patient therapy and follows-up on any outstanding issues or barriers.
Documents modifications made to the patient drug therapy in patient’s record and notifies other treating providers, as required. Documents and reports all interventions, adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and medication errors.
Communicates any changes or adjustments in therapy to patients and caregivers in a clear and concise manner. Performs follow-up phone calls to patient, patient’s caregiver and/or pharmacy to confirm compliance with filling prescriptions, compliance with medication regimen and understanding of instructions.
Monitors the patient’s response to therapy, including safety and effectiveness of medication. Presents requested drug information to patients, physicians, nurses, and other pharmacists, modifying terminology and approach based on target audience.
Provides patient education on self-management and assists patients and providers with medication access issues to ensure understanding of the care plan.
Prepares written notes in a consistent manner on all patients seen. Documents all progress notes and other relevant information in the electronic medical record.
Works collaboratively with the care team to develop the patient care plan, promote adherence to treatment plan and encourage appropriate follow-up for optimal medical management. Minimum Qualifications
A valid New York State license and current registration to practice pharmacy; and
Must be certified to practice Collaborative Drug Therapy Management (CDTM) by the New York State
Education Department (NYSED).
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