Pharmacist

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Company: Samaritan Health Services

Location: Corvallis, OR 97330

Description:

  • JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
    • Performs the duties of Pharmacist as prescribed by state and federal statutes as well as SHS policies. Prepares and dispenses medication; assesses clinical status of patients (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics). Provides drug information to the medical team. Educates patients.
  • DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
    • Samaritan Specialty Pharmacy serves the specialty drug needs for patients in the Mid-Willamette Valley and Central Oregon Coast. We have an experienced and dedicated team of clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and advocates who work directly with specialist physicians and clinics. Our pharmacy's mission is to provide patients convenient and affordable access to specialty drugs as well as ongoing monitoring and medication management support.
  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
    • Current unencumbered Oregon Pharmacist Licensure required.
    • Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
    • All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment/post offer drug screen.
    • GSR Retail Pharmacy-Specialty:
      • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required within three (3) months of hire.
      • Successful completion of Pharmacist Immunization Certification required within one (1) year of hire.
    • GSRMC Specialty Pharmacist (if applicable):
      • Pharmacy experience in the specialty disease states preferred.
  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
    • Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
    • Computer Literacy - Knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware, software, and applications. Ability to operate applications, enter data, and process information.
    • Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles and ages.
    • Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Demonstrates teamwork. Ability to assist and work well with others.
    • Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate flexibility.
    • Problem Solving - Ability to identify complex problems, review related information, employ creativity and alternative thinking to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Possess good judgment and decision making skills.
    • Specialty Pharmacist (if applicable):
      • Ability to read, understand, translate and enter prescription orders into the pharmacy management system.
      • Knowledge of rules and regulations affecting specialty pharmacy. Stays current on rules and regulations.
      • Knowledge and training in the specialty disease states. Maintains competence in the area of coverage through continued education.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    • Rarely
      (1 - 10% of the time)
      Occasionally
      (11 - 33% of the time)
      Frequently
      (34 - 66% of the time)
      Continually
      (67 - 100% of the time)
      WALK - INCLINE
      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 - 60 Lbs
      CARRY 2-handed, 40 - 60 pounds
      SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
      KNEEL (on knees)
      PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force)
      PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)
      WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
      CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
      SQUAT Repetitive
      BEND FORWARD at waist
      PUSH (0 - 20 pounds force)
      PUSH (20 - 40 pounds force)
      PULL (0 - 20 pounds force)
      PULL (20 - 40 pounds force)
      SIT
      STAND
      CLIMB - STAIRS
      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
      CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
      CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
      ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
      ROTATE TRUNK Standing
      REACH - Upward
      PINCH Fingers
      GRASP Hand/Fist
      REACH - Forward
      MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
      FINGER DEXTERITY

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