OVERVIEW

This role supports the daily operations of a hospital pharmacy by providing expert pharmaceutical care, maintaining high professional standards, and ensuring safe, effective pharmacy services. The pharmacist also helps train and mentor staff, assists with department policies and performance evaluations, and works with leadership to solve problems and improve pharmacy operations.

SCHEDULE

40-hours per week

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains a professionally operating pharmacy and conducts self as a role model . Staff primarily as a hospital pharmacist but may be required to work in other functions of the pharmacy operations in support of the department. Is an expert hospital pharmacist who relies on skills of comprehensive knowledge and experience. Provides staff development and education in area of hospital pharmacy. Participates in formulating pharmacy policies and procedures in the provision of pharmaceutical care. Maintains practice by ongoing professional literature review, continuing education and self-evaluation. Maintains oversight of partner training, adherence to annual education and certification requirements. Collaborates with manager on oversight of daily operations. Assists with partner performance appraisal. Facilitates problem resolution.

CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality

• Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service
• Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions. Partnering
• Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost

• Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy program Leadership/Supervisory experience preferred.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy program Wisconsin/Illinois license

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Computer experience, including internet and email. Strong accuracy skills Excellent interpretive/analytical skills for pharmaceutical calculations for drug dosage, IV rates, etc.

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste, and smell. Specific vision abilities require by this job include frequent ability to adjust focus and occasionally distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Work requires a moderate level of independent judgment along with good interpretative and interpersonal skills with justification and accountability to the Manager, and Director.

SUPERVISES

Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.

PAY RANGE

$132,424.13

• $198,636.

19 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women