Pharmacist

Job Overview Grand Itasca is seeking a Pharmacist to join our team!

POSITION

Clinical Pharmacist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Part-Time .7 FTE (56 hrs/pay period)

WORK SCHEDULE

Days/Evenings

DEPARTMENT

Pharmacy We are Now Offering a $30,000 Sign on Bonus!!

JOB SUMMARY

Clinical pharmacists will work directly with the health care team and patients to provide safe and effective pharmacy services in addition to the dispensing of medications. These services include the provision of pharmaceutical care, continuous performance improvement activities (with an emphasis on Lean Health principles) and education.

JOB DUTIES

Monitors patient therapeutic responses to medications and adjust medications based on approved protocols. Manages medication therapy with emphasis on GICH's patients with highest acuity (ICU) and greatest risk of harm (pediatrics and neonates). Provides consultative services that foster appropriate evidence-based medication selection. Assists with reconciliation of patients' medications as patients move across the continuum of care. Physician profiling of prescribing patterns by medication and/or diagnosis. Maintains a robust antibiotic stewardship program by reviewing culture and sensitivity results and modifying therapy when warranted. Pharmacokinetic dosing of medications. Manages ambulatory patients through collaborative practice agreements with physicians. Assists in the development of treatment protocols. Identifies, assesses, and manages adverse drug reactions and medication errors with the assistance of the Medication Safety committee. Conducts on-going medication use and disease state evaluations. Provides education, in-services, and competency testing for members of the health care team. Provides patient and caretaker education, including discharge counseling and follow-up. Committee participation representing the pharmacy department. Performs literature based research and medication formulary reviews. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Licensed pharmacist in the state of Minnesota or eligible for licensure. Adhere to the requirements of the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy for licensed pharmacists. Maintain required continuing education for licensure. Ability to manage time and multi-task with many changes in priorities throughout the work day. Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work independently in a teamwork environment. BLS certification required. ACLS certification required, or the ability to obtain certification within one year of hire. Compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, codes and standards of Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital. Demonstrate participation in Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital's Mission, Vision and Values. Maintains reliable and consistent attendance.

About Grand Itasca:

Grand Itasca brings the benefits of a large and respected health system to our local community. We are a non-profit, state-of-the-art, integrated clinic and hospital that is proud to offer a range of high-quality providers, specialties and services to our community. Enjoy our patient-centered, comprehensive approach, close to home without venturing from the beauty of northern Minnesota. Benefit Overview Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, PTO, a short-term disability bank, retirement,tuition reimbursement, early access to earned wages and more. Employees also have access to voluntary insurance options, and resources to support their financial and personal well-being. For additional information, please follow this link: https://www.granditasca.org/benefits/Pharmacist Compensation Disclaimer An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status

Qualifications:

$62.82- $88.69 Hourly