Title :

Pharmacist Location :

Greenport

NY 11944

Facility Type:

Hospital Compensation:

Up to $3330/Week Gross for Travel Contract (Includes $1575/week in Travel Stipends)

Duration :

13 Weeks, Opportunity for

Extension Start Date :

ASAP Shift/Schedule:

8am-4pm or 3pm-11pm Job Responsibilities This position requires the Pharmacist to ensure the safe and appropriate distribution and use of pharmaceuticals throughout the facility and to provide information about medications to the institution's staff and patients. This function includes a program of Quality Improvement designed to monitor and assure the quality of drug use. This function also includes a program of Performance Improvement designed to monitor and assure the safe use of medications throughout the facility.

Job Duties & Essential Functions:

To have a thorough knowledge of the hospital's drug formulary and all policies and procedures governing the procurement, distribution, and control of pharmaceuticals for inpatients and outpatients. To monitor and check for drug/drug and drug/food interactions, allergies, correct dosages and drug/disease interactions. To ensure that patients receive the correct drugs at the proper time through proper packaging, labeling, distribution and by monitoring the nursing medication administration record (MAR). To prepare sterile drug products in the laminar air flow hood in accordance with pharmacy policies and procedures. To routinely inspect for proper medication storage in the hospital including the removal of drugs prior to their expiration date, the removal of recalled drugs, and to ensure the security of controlled drugs. To supply and maintain all drugs for use throughout the hospital as floor stock, on crash carts, and, by emergency rescue squads. To provide the hospital and medical staff and patients with accurate and relevant information about drugs and their use. To review and approve the Pharmacy Assistant/Technicians' activities pertaining to the dispensing of drugs which are mechanical in nature, and which do not involve the exercise of professional judgment. To accurately dispense and inventory all controlled substances daily according to federal and state laws. To maintain and document a program of continuing education. To participate in taking an annual inventory of all drugs and any special inventory when required. All other duties as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy. Maintain order and cleanliness. Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department. Rotates within the department and by shift as required. Maintains ethical relationships. Adheres to hospital and departmental rules and regulations. Participate in in-service programs.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD New York State Pharmacy License Current New York State Pharmacist Registration Working knowledge of pharmacy dispensing systems and sterile compounding, including cytotoxic and other hazardous agents

Benefits:

Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances) Health Benefits / Dental / Vision ( Medix Offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).) 401k ( eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1)

Short Term Disability Insurance Term Life Insurance Plan For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA). This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.