PHARMACY MANAGER - INPATIENT PHARMACY SERVICES (100% FTE, ROTATING/VARIABLE SHIFTS)
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Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
The HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY DEPARTMENT has an outstanding opportunity for a PHARMACY MANAGER - INPATIENT PHARMACY SERVICES.
WORK SCHEDULE
Full-Time / 40 hours per week
Rotating/Variable Shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
This position is responsible for implementation and ongoing evaluation of the clinical services provided by the inpatient pharmacy.
Function as a working leader in providing direct supervision for the inpatient clinical pharmacists.
Perform specific leadership functions to clinical services related to clinical practice, education and standards of pharmaceutical care such as recommending appropriate pharmaceutical prescribing, influencing standards of therapy, and developing the pharmacy component of a clinical service.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the daily activities of the inpatient clinical pharmacists.
Develop and maintain practice standards for inpatient clinical pharmacist services.
Develop and maintain indices of clinical competence for inpatient clinical pharmacists.
Recruit clinical pharmacists for the inpatient pharmacy in coordination with the Inpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager.
Ensure new pharmacists are appropriately oriented and trained in coordination with the Inpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager.
Oversee scheduling of inpatient pharmacists, directing the work of the Lead Scheduler.
Participate in department and organizational quality improvement initiatives.
Assist with strategic planning for drug shortages with pharmacy purchasing staff and the Inpatient Operations Manager and communicate plans to all clinical staff as appropriate.
Assist with strategic planning for drug shortages with pharmacy purchasing staff and the Inpatient Operations Manager and communicate plans to all clinical staff as appropriate.
Recommends appropriate pharmaceutical prescribing based on patient parameters and interpretation of current literature, safety, efficacy and cost.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
Eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of Washington.
Graduate degree in pharmacy and an ASHP-accredited Residency are preferred.
Three to five years of experience as a clinical pharmacist.
Demonstrated leadership abilities in the area of hospital pharmacy.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen.
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
WORK SCHEDULE
Full-Time / 40 hours per week
Rotating/Variable Shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
This position is responsible for implementation and ongoing evaluation of the clinical services provided by the inpatient pharmacy.
Function as a working leader in providing direct supervision for the inpatient clinical pharmacists.
Perform specific leadership functions to clinical services related to clinical practice, education and standards of pharmaceutical care such as recommending appropriate pharmaceutical prescribing, influencing standards of therapy, and developing the pharmacy component of a clinical service.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the daily activities of the inpatient clinical pharmacists.
Develop and maintain practice standards for inpatient clinical pharmacist services.
Develop and maintain indices of clinical competence for inpatient clinical pharmacists.
Recruit clinical pharmacists for the inpatient pharmacy in coordination with the Inpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager.
Ensure new pharmacists are appropriately oriented and trained in coordination with the Inpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager.
Oversee scheduling of inpatient pharmacists, directing the work of the Lead Scheduler.
Participate in department and organizational quality improvement initiatives.
Assist with strategic planning for drug shortages with pharmacy purchasing staff and the Inpatient Operations Manager and communicate plans to all clinical staff as appropriate.
Assist with strategic planning for drug shortages with pharmacy purchasing staff and the Inpatient Operations Manager and communicate plans to all clinical staff as appropriate.
Recommends appropriate pharmaceutical prescribing based on patient parameters and interpretation of current literature, safety, efficacy and cost.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
Eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of Washington.
Graduate degree in pharmacy and an ASHP-accredited Residency are preferred.
Three to five years of experience as a clinical pharmacist.
Demonstrated leadership abilities in the area of hospital pharmacy.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen.
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.