Description
This position demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills to deliver appropriate, safe, efficient and cost-effective pharmaceutical care within the scope of their assigned practice.
The NICU Pharmacist role at Primary Children's SL campus involves caring for patients and developing effective, professional relationships within the multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review patients' medication orders for allergy interactions, duplication of therapy, appropriateness of drug therapy, and drug-drug interactions, making evidence-based interventions to optimise medication use.
- Oversee and participate in ensuring appropriate medications are prepared and delivered timely to care areas, stored securely, and in accordance with stability and workflow requirements.
- Provide counselling to patients, promote quality medication education and adherence, and ensure patients receive the highest level of professional service.
- Complete regulatory and compliance training, maintain accurate records, and stay knowledgeable about state and federal laws, regulations, pharmacy policies, and procedures.
- Supervise interns, technicians, and support personnel, and provide medication-related clinical consultation to other health professionals.
- Identify areas for improvement, potential safety hazards, and contribute to departmental meetings.
- Support organisational directives, including clinical, compliance, business operations, and customer service initiatives.
Requirements:
- Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution.
- Licence to practice pharmacy in the state of Utah and dispense controlled substances.
- Current knowledge of state and federal regulations and statutes regarding pharmacy practice.
- Effective communication, people management, and project management skills.
- Immunisation certification if applicable.
Preferred Qualifications:
- NICU experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Ongoing need to see, read, and assess information.
- Frequent interactions requiring verbal communication and accurate hearing.
- Manual dexterity for manipulating supplies and equipment.
Schedule:
- Full-time, 40 hours per week, rotating through daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.
Compensation:
- $62.89 - $92.44 per hour.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package covering wellness programs.