GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:
A Community Outpatient Pharmacist provides pharmaceutical care for the outpatient populations according to professional standards and statutory requirements. Directs the functional activities of the outpatient pharmacy technicians, students, and interns. Provides clinical support, medication preparation and distribution in conjunction with other members of the healthcare team to ensure high quality, safe and cost-effective drug therapy to patients. Provides education, consultations, immunizations, and medication therapy management to patients to improve patient outcomes. Engages in professional activities to improve the public's health awareness.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy is the minimum acceptable level of education.
A Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) is strongly preferred.
Experience
Previous community and or hospital outpatient pharmacy experience preferred
Licensure / Certification
Registered pharmacist possessing or eligible for a Michigan Pharmacist and Controlled Substance license is required. Maintenance of minimum hours of State Board of Pharmacy continuing education credits every two years as required by the State of Michigan.
Per specific hospital policy, Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and / or Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification as required.
Immunization Certification from APhA
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Broad knowledge of medications, compounding, and dispensing.
Thorough knowledge of pathophysiology, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutics.
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with a wide variety of hospital healthcare personnel and diverse patient population
General understanding of computers, including general operations and data retrieval
Communications skills necessary for clear written and oral communication.
Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups.
Training and skill to administer immunizations
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy is the minimum acceptable level of education.
A Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) is strongly preferred.
Experience
Previous community and or hospital outpatient pharmacy experience preferred
Licensure / Certification
Registered pharmacist possessing or eligible for a Michigan Pharmacist and Controlled Substance license is required. Maintenance of minimum hours of State Board of Pharmacy continuing education credits every two years as required by the State of Michigan.
Per specific hospital policy, Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and / or Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification as required.
Immunization Certification from APhA
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Broad knowledge of medications, compounding, and dispensing.
Thorough knowledge of pathophysiology, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutics.
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with a wide variety of hospital healthcare personnel and diverse patient population
General understanding of computers, including general operations and data retrieval
Communications skills necessary for clear written and oral communication.
Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups.
Training and skill to administer immunizations
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations
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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.