Pharmacist / PRN - Emory Healthcare
Atlanta, GA 30308
About the Job
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Description:8:30a -5P/ PRN
The Pharmacist prepares, compounds and dispenses medications and ensures accuracy and integrity prior to issuance by the pharmacy. The position will be working on each of the 4 outpatient pharmacies (EUHM, WEM, and EUH). The primary responsibilities include:
- Documents allergy and other clinical information as required. Handles post-op and transfer orders in accordance with departmental policy and procedure.
- Verifies accuracy and appropriateness of all completed/filled medication orders (correct medication, dose, route and quantity).
- Prepares, checks, and ensures accurate preparation of sterile products by pharmacy technicians following proper aseptic and cytotoxic technique.
- Utilizes nomograms and other departmental guidelines when providing medication-related recommendations.
- Prevents and/or resolves drug-related problems through consultations with the ordering prescriber and appropriately documents interventions.
- May oversee the work performed by pharmacy students, interns, and/or technicians to ensure that performance standards are maintained and that work is accurate and precise in accordance with state, federal and organizational regulations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.
- Licensure or eligibility for licensure in Georgia.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
- One year of hospital experience preferred.
- OR New graduate who is under contract through the Emory tuition program.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PGY1 residency with skill set to advance to Clinical Pharmacist II.
Pharmacist PRN Salary:
- $64.25/hour (flat rate)
- This position is eligible for shift differentials.
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ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.