Anticoagulant Clinic Pharmacist (PT- 0.5 FTE, Day Shift)

This position is for a Clinical Pharmacist in an Abulatory Care setting working 2 days a week in the Pharmacist run Anticoagulation Clinic. We current have 4 offices located through out Bozeman Health, that are part of this clinic. Tried to support the role with a casual call Pharmacist, but that is not working out.

Position Summary: 

The Pharmacist – Outpatient helps provide high quality pharmaceutical services that foster efficacious, safe and cost effective drug use for our patients. Primary duties include but are not limited to accurately verifying and dispensing of prescriptions, counseling patients, and administration of immunizations. Manages pharmacy workflow including Med-to-bed service to discharged hospital patients, and oversees and ensures compliance of technician personnel. Ambulatory care pharmacist duties include managing anticoagulation therapy for patients under protocol and staffing Pharmacist-Led Centralized Prescription Refill Service, Pharmacist-Nursing Hypertension Clinic and consultative services as requested by Bozeman Health providers. Actively participates in medication safety and quality initiatives. Maintains optimal pharmacy practice through continued growth and development and completes all required CEs for licensure in the state of Montana.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor of Science or Doctorate of Pharmacy
• Montana Licensure (Pharmacist) or eligible to obtain licensure upon hire
• American Heart Association BLS required within one year of hire

Preferred

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Demonstrates knowledge of EPIC, Outpatient Pharmacy Software, MPDR, Lexi-Comp, and other required software. Demonstrates knowledge and judgement to meet patient medication needs as defined by the provider. Maintains competency and demonstrates knowledge of clinical pharmacy protocols. Interacts with providers and nurses in a professional collaborative manner. Provides accurate and relevant drug information per current standards. Adheres to relevant Bozeman Health policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Accurately verifies prescriptions processed by the technicians in a timely manner and provides patient consultation.
• Monitors workflow and pharmacy needs for efficient operation. Ability to perform all functions of the pharmacy as needed to provide exceptional customer service.
• Provides drug information to providers, nurses and other ancillary personnel. Actively contributes to medication safety and quality initiatives. Reports adverse events and good catches to the manager or supervisor with all details needed to report on Verge. Identifies areas of improvement and updates for patient care based on national guidelines. Contributes and participates in pharmacy education among peers and students. Encouraged to participate in state and/or national pharmacy associations.
• Maintains optimal pharmacy practice through planned and continuous growth and development. Seeks new learning experiences. Meets C.E. requirement. Contributes and participates in pharmacy education. Assumes projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight.
• Advanced math skills; ability to collect, analyze, interpret and/or present complex data.
• Ability to work varied shifts.
• Detail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.
• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, Pushing, and Pulling: Support 50 pounds of weight (patient, assist with bedside needs, etc.) Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child, transfer a patient, etc.) Carry equipment/supplies. Use upper body strength (CPR, physically restrain patient, etc.)
• Extended Hours: The role may involve working for extended periods, requiring sitting, walking, or standing for eight or more hours daily.
• Flexible Schedule: The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-Call Availability: On-call work may be required to respond to organizational and patient needs promptly.
• Effective Communication: Proficient in effective communication, both in person and through various technologies.
• Handling Challenging Situations: The role may involve dealing with upset individuals, requiring the ability to de-escalate situations and work effectively with frustrated patients or families.
• Repetitive Tasks: Ability to perform repetitive tasks as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.

Exposures

Tasks Include Potential Exposure: Job tasks may involve exposure to:

• Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.
• Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed
• Various chemicals and medications used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances.
• Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses
• Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.

77346085 Anticoagulation Mgmt Services

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