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Confluence Health
Pharmacist - Infusion Therapy
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What they do
An Infusion Pharmacist provides medications to patients and educates patients and physicians on the proper use of medications. Works primarily in healthcare facilities. May be directly involved in patient care, or consult with healthcare facilities or insurance companies to develop efficient methods of prescription. Specializes in drugs delivered through infusion, using a needle or a catheter.
$130,226 / year median in Washington
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Salary Range $61.82
- $95.
Position Reports To :
Pharmacy Manager Essential Functions Ensures safe, effective, and cost-effective use of drugs on behalf of the patient through the application of specialized knowledge, skills and professional judgment, while considering the patient's individual condition. Adheres to all federal and state regulations pertaining to the practice of pharmacy. Provides clinical and financial evaluation and documentation of medication selection, administration and delivery. During outpatient oncology shifts, the clinical pharmacist is responsible for evaluating patient treatment regimens, verifying electronic orders for oncology and other infusions, supervision of sterile compounding, assuring all medications are dispensed safely and in accordance with Confluence Health policies and procedures, providing drug information to oncologists and nursing staff. Maintains a charting system that meets all clinical and fiscal requirements. Provides audience appropriate drug information to providers, nurses, and patients. Participates and contributes to department and organizational performance initiatives. Provides direct supervision of pharmacy technicians and assistants to appropriately maintain the provision of safe, timely and effective pharmaceuticals. Commits to instructing, modeling and coaching pharmacy staff, students and residents. Reports adverse drug events and mitigates future patient safety risks through participation in medication quality activities. Appropriately identifies and communicates opportunities of improvement to the medication use system and assists in solution implementation. Ensures participation and compliance with hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and practice guidelines. Understands handling of Hazardous Drugs. Basic knowledge of USP 797 and USP 800. Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification. Performs other duties as assigned. Demonstrate standards of behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (RPh) or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited school of pharmacy. PGY1 residency training and/or equivalent of three years as a licensed pharmacist in the anticipated practice area. Licensed to practice pharmacy in the State of Washington prior to start date. BLS within first year of employment, and must be maintained. Must possess basic computer skills.Desired:
1-2 years' experience in infusion. Bilingual with the ability to pass a fluency evaluation with a CH chosen vendor. Strong communication and leadership skills. Physical/Sensory Demands O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday. F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday. C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
Walking- F Sitting/Standing
C Reaching:
Shoulder HeightO Reaching:
Above shoulder heightO Reaching:
Below shoulder height- F Climbing
O Pulling/Pushing:
25 pounds or lessO Pulling/Pushing:
25 pounds to 50 poundsO Pulling/Pushing:
Over 50 poundsO Lifting:
25 pounds or lessO Lifting:
25 pounds to 50 poundsO Lifting:
Over 50 poundsO Carrying:
25 pounds or lessO Carrying:
25 pounds to 50 poundsO Carrying:
Over 50 pounds- O Crawling/Kneeling
- O Bending/Stooping/Crouching
- O Twisting/Turning
- F Repetitive Movement
F Working Conditions:
Work is most often performed at a work station desk where workspace may be limited and confined. The position requires a combination of working independently and working with others. Hours may be irregular at times with occasional overtime. Requires working under stressful conditions in which problem solving skills are essential. Appropriate supervision over pharmacy technicians and assistants is required. Day shift with variable times including 8 and 10- hour shifts.
Job Classification:
FLSA :
Non-exempt Hourly/Salary :
Hourly Physical Exposures For This Position:
Unprotected Heights- No Heat
- No Cold
- No Mechanical Hazards
- Yes Hazardous Substances
- Yes Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential
- No Lighting
- No Noise
- No Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation
- No Infectious Diseases