SUMMARY
Pharmacy Residents are fully licensed Pharmacists and practice in areas appropriate for Pharmacists. The primary task of the Resident is completion of the ASHP Residency Learning System requirements for the Pharmacy Practice Residency in the 12-month period of their residency. The focus of this position is on clinical education and development versus traditional pharmacist services in support of production or provision of pharmacy services to support patient care. Residents do not work or fill in as Cashiers or Pharmacy
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Minimum: PharmD Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy.
Credentials/Licensure
Minimum: Valid Registered Pharmacist license, or eligible to take NABPLEX Board Exam within 90 days of start. Pharmacist Controlled substance license issued by the Michigan State Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of start. BCLS and ACLS certifications must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
Related Experience
Minimum: Must operate intravenous admixture solution pump.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum:
Computer Competency
Familiarity with standard desktop and windows-based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.
Physical/Mental
Minimum: Some pushing and pulling of carts is required along with bending, stooping (10% of time), considerable standing and walking (50% of time) and occasional lifting, usually no more than twenty pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Substantial time in relatively independent study with reading, composition, and computer work. Strict aseptic technique must be followed in preparation of intravenous admixtures and chemotherapeutic agents, and precautions must be taken against personal risk of contamination and exposure to infections during cardiac arrest team service.
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
▪ Flexibility – Demonstrates exceptional ability and willingness to take on new and additional responsibilities. Embraces new ideas and cultural differences while managing competing priorities.
▪ Accountability – Willingly accepts personal responsibility for decisions, actions, attitudes and behaviors which contribute to the overall effectiveness of the organization. Communicates effectively, follows through on assignments, uses resources efficiently, participates in learning opportunities and treats others with respect and dignity.
▪ Excellence – Serves as a role model and performs job responsibilities to the highest standards in every situation. Delivers “Something More” that ensures a more complete and personally satisfying experience for every customer.
▪ Focus – Understands and demonstrates behaviors consistent with the mission and values of the organization while contributing to the overall success of the strategic plan. All actions are rooted in providing excellent customer service.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
▪ Screens, interprets, modifies, verifies and enters into computer system physicians' orders and seeks clarification when necessary.
▪ Completes all aspects of the ASHP RLS during the 12 months of the Mercy Health Saint Mary’s Pharmacy Practice Residency.
▪ Completes an agreed upon major project during the Residency.
▪ Fulfills agreed upon commitment to pharmacist staffing.
▪ Submits a proposal and presents at the Great Lakes Residency Conference.
▪ Compounds various medicinal preparations, intravenous admixtures, irrigation solutions, and chemotherapeutic agents.
▪ Checks work performed by other staff pharmacists, externs, and technicians, particularly patient medication drawers, first dose medication envelopes, refill supplies, intravenous admixtures, chemotherapeutic agents, and prepackaged medication supplies.
▪ Functions in the pharmacokinetics dosing service program, making dose and dosing regimen recommendations to physicians in the initial and continually monitored therapies of the patients included in this service.
▪ Responds to questions and problems raised by other health team members, especially physicians and nurses.
▪ Monitors patients' therapies with particular attention to medication allergies, patient’s age, drug interactions, laboratory data, and appropriateness of medications prescribed.
▪ Instructs other pharmacists, nurses, physicians, residents, pharmacy externs, and technician interns regarding programs and policy and procedure changes.
▪ Ensures proper inventory and storage of controlled substances, frozen and refrigerated, and light-sensitive pharmaceuticals.
▪ Fills outpatient prescriptions and inpatient medication drawers and first dose envelopes.
▪ Promotes teamwork by keeping others informed, participating effectively in group decision making, working to accomplish team objectives and projects and by soliciting feedback about one's effectiveness as a team member.
▪ Participate in the training, education, precepting, and evaluation of pharmacy students and/or residents as assigned.
▪ Continually improves processes by seeking ways to reduce or eliminate waste.
▪ Assists in process improvement and activities to eliminate redundant activity and reduce costs.
▪ Performs other related duties as assigned.
SYSTEMS AND INFORMATION
To ensure appropriate utilization of Protected Health Information (PHI) associated with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Saint Mary’s Confidentiality of Information Standards, as well as other regulatory entities, individuals employed in this position will be granted systems and information access as appropriate for this position.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The listed duties may be changed at the discretion of the incumbent’s supervisor.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.