Spectrum Healthcare Resources is excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for Out-Patient Pharmacist(s) to join our team in providing outstanding pharmaceutical care at the New Mexico VA Health Care System in Albuquerque, NM.
Requirements:Must be a graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited college or school of pharmacy.Must hold a baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree.Must have a full, current, and unrestricted pharmacist license in any U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth.Must be licensed for controlled substances and qualified to practice in any state.Must complete credentialing through VetPro and obtain approval from the VA Professional Standards Board, Medical Executive Board, and Medical Center Director (Allow 60 calendar days for credentialing).Must be fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking).Must complete required ACLS, BLS, CPRS, and VA Mandatory training.Must have annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) or Certified Education Units (CEUs) recognized by ACPE.Must have a negative tuberculosis (PPD) test and proof of Rubella immunization.Must comply with OSHA bloodborne pathogen safety regulations and Hepatitis B vaccination (optional but recommended).Duties and Responsibilities:Dispense prescription medications and provide patient education on proper medication use.Advise physicians and healthcare providers on medication selection, dosages, interactions, and side effects.Evaluate provider medication orders for pharmacologic duplications, incompatibilities, side effects, drug-food, and drug-drug interactions.Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for receiving, safeguarding, and issuing controlled drugs.Maintain strict security and inventory control of controlled substances.Follow VA Handbook 1108.01 regarding medication security and handling.Ensure compliance with USP 797 & USP 800 for aseptic technique and compounding sterile products.Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic patient medical records (VISTA/CPRS).Document all medication orders, interactions, and patient counseling sessions.Participate in quality improvement initiatives and analyze patient outcomes.Report any medication-related complications to the Pharmacy Service Line Chief.Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards.Work Hours & Shifts:The pharmacy operates 24/7, 365 days per year.Shifts may be 8-12 hours with weekend and holiday coverage required.Staff must adhere to minimum 12-hour rest periods between shifts.Company Overview:
Spectrum Healthcare Resources (SHR) was established in 1988 to deliver systems and processes designed to meet the unique needs of Military and VA Health Systems. SHR is a leading organization that provides physician and clinical staffing and management services to United States Military Treatment Facilities, VA clinics and other Federal Agencies through various contracting vehicles. A Joint Commission Health Care Staffing Services firm, SHR is the military staffing division of TeamHealth, a Nationwide organization that serves 850 civilian and military hospitals with a team of 9,600 affiliated health care professionals.
Spectrum Healthcare Resources is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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