CLINICAL PHARMACIST - SURGERY (100% FTE, ROTATING/VARIABLE SHIFTS)
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Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
The UW Medical Center - Northwest Pharmacy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist - Surgery.
WORK SCHEDULE
40 hours per week
Rotating/Variable Shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Be responsible for providing a safe, efficient, and well-controlled drug distribution system and pharmaceutical care system/structure in the hospital
Fill medication orders, consult with physicians and healthcare team members regarding drug therapy, disseminate relevant drug information, monitor drug therapy, provide direct patient care and education, and participate in in-service education and quality assurance programs
The Pharmacist is responsible for directly supervising the work of non-pharmacist personnel within the department
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
UW Medicine's Pharmacy Department provides high-quality and comprehensive pharmacy services to our patients and providers. Our team of specially trained pharmacists and technicians work closely with doctors and nurses to ensure our patients receive the best medication therapy for their condition.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Review medication orders for accuracy and evaluate appropriateness of therapy. Provide patient profile review, assess patient data (such as demographics, chronic medical conditions, allergies, lab values, incompatibilities, etc.), and interpret data relative to patient's medication needs. Provide patient profile review for drug-drug interactions, duplication of therapy, appropriate regimens, etc.
Accurately prepare and dispense medications.
Follow proper charging practices and documentation for billing compliance.
Document and maintain appropriate records of dispensed medications and provide any other necessary and required documentation, according to established procedures.
Engage in all aspects of therapeutic selection, implementation, monitoring, modification, and dispensing of drug therapy.
Provide oversight and supervision to pharmacy residents, interns, externs, students, and pharmacy technicians as required by law.
Strong candidates will have completed an ASHP-accredited residency program and/or fellowship (or equivalent experience) and have at least 3 years (or equivalent) of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of an accredited/approved pharmacy technician training program
LEGAL REQUIREMENT
State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
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 [redacted] or [redacted].
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
40 hours per week
Rotating/Variable Shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Be responsible for providing a safe, efficient, and well-controlled drug distribution system and pharmaceutical care system/structure in the hospital
Fill medication orders, consult with physicians and healthcare team members regarding drug therapy, disseminate relevant drug information, monitor drug therapy, provide direct patient care and education, and participate in in-service education and quality assurance programs
The Pharmacist is responsible for directly supervising the work of non-pharmacist personnel within the department
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
UW Medicine's Pharmacy Department provides high-quality and comprehensive pharmacy services to our patients and providers. Our team of specially trained pharmacists and technicians work closely with doctors and nurses to ensure our patients receive the best medication therapy for their condition.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Review medication orders for accuracy and evaluate appropriateness of therapy. Provide patient profile review, assess patient data (such as demographics, chronic medical conditions, allergies, lab values, incompatibilities, etc.), and interpret data relative to patient's medication needs. Provide patient profile review for drug-drug interactions, duplication of therapy, appropriate regimens, etc.
Accurately prepare and dispense medications.
Follow proper charging practices and documentation for billing compliance.
Document and maintain appropriate records of dispensed medications and provide any other necessary and required documentation, according to established procedures.
Engage in all aspects of therapeutic selection, implementation, monitoring, modification, and dispensing of drug therapy.
Provide oversight and supervision to pharmacy residents, interns, externs, students, and pharmacy technicians as required by law.
Strong candidates will have completed an ASHP-accredited residency program and/or fellowship (or equivalent experience) and have at least 3 years (or equivalent) of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of an accredited/approved pharmacy technician training program
LEGAL REQUIREMENT
State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
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 [redacted] or [redacted].
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.