Supervisor - Pharmacy Services

Company: CHI St. Joseph Health
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Job Title: Supervisor - Pharmacy Services Facility: St Joseph Medical Center Location: Tacoma, WA Department:Pharmacy - Ambulatory Clinical Job Type: 1.0 Full Time Shift: Day Shift ? Important Note: Nicotine (including cigarettes, gum, patches, vapors, etc?) and marijuana is part of our pre-employment drug screen JOB SUMMARY? This job is responsible for the supervision and coordination of daily pharmacy operations for the assigned CHI Franciscan facility.? An incumbent may function as a working supervisor in the performance of pharmaceutical care activities and provision of related services in accordance with established policies, procedures, State and Federal regulatory requirements and Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission-approved protocols.? Work also includes:? 1) responsibility for meeting financial objectives in labor, revenue and gross margins; 2) evaluating department effectiveness; 3) ensuring optimum staffing levels; 4) supervising the work of subordinate staff, including performance management issues; and 5) assisting employees in performing all technical/clinical department activities.? Work requires a thorough understanding of professional pharmacy procedures and standards of practice, as well as regulatory requirements relating to pharmaceutical care.? Performance improvement efforts cover a variety of processes, and an incumbent must be sufficiently knowledgeable to recognize important synergies and opportunities in clinical outcomes, cost containment and patient safety/satisfaction.? ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Oversees daily operation at assigned facilities Oversees and/or delivers pharmaceutical care to patients serviced by pharmacy facilities Staff Supervision and Development Monitors Compliance Performance/Quality Improvement Job Knowledge/Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and practices of pharmaceutical care, including I.V. fluids, I.V. additive programs, automated dispensing systems, nutritional monitoring and I.V. therapy services. Knowledge of standards, practices and procedures relating to retail pharmacy operations, merchandising and inventory control. Knowledge of the standards and practices relating to safety, hazardous materials, risk management and security procedures applicable to matters within designated scope of responsibility. Knowledge of regulatory requirements applicable to the pharmacy profession. Knowledge of FHS policies, standards and procedures, as well as legal/regulatory requirements applicable to work unit operations and services. Knowledge of the standards and practices relating to business planning, budget administration and continuous process/performance improvement. Knowledge of the practices of employee supervision, evaluation and performance management. Ability to perform the duties of a pharmacist in accordance with professional standards, FHS policies/procedures, healthcare provider instructions and applicable regulatory requirements. Ability to understand financial and/or operational/productivity reports and to recognize opportunities to increase efficiency, enhance productivity and reduce costs/expenses associated with matters under designated scope of authority. Ability to communicate, interpret and apply policies, standards, protocols and procedures applicable to matters within assigned scope of authority. Ability to demonstrate effective supervisory skills, including developing clear performance expectations, hiring, coaching, conflict management, counseling, resolving performance problems, and group facilitation. Ability to formulate and present therapeutic alternatives to healthcare staff at all levels. Ability to convey technical information effectively in verbal and written communication. Ability to read, understand and communicate in English sufficient to perform the duties of the position. Ability to use office equipment and automated systems/applications/software at an acceptable level of proficiency. Ability to keep abreast of trends, developments and regulatory requirements impacting matters with designated scope of authority. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships as required by the duties of the position.?? Education/Work Experience Requirements Graduation from an accredited school of pharmacy (including didactic courses and experiential rotations in pharmaceutical care) and four years of related work experience which would demonstrate possession of the requisite Job Knowledge/Abilities, including two years in a ?lead? or supervisory capacity, preferably in an ambulatory setting.? PharmD is strongly preferred. ?? Licensure/Certification Licensure as a registered pharmacist by the Washington State Board of Pharmacy.? Membership in at least one of the following professional organizations: ASHP, ASCP, WSPA, APHA, or ACCP. Board Certification in Ambulatory Pharmacy is strongly preferred. Current healthcare provider BLS certification. Additional Information Requisition ID: 2020-R0271453 Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day Job Market: CHI St. Joseph Health

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