Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 JOB SUMMARY:The Outpatient Clinical Pharmacist will assist in the development, implementation, and documentation of various outpatient pharmacy endeavors. Primarily, this individual will assist with patients enrolled in the system’s Anticoagulation Clinic, especially with patients utilizing vitamin k antagonist therapy. In addition, this individual will assist with processing prior authorizations to allow for optimum patient access and assist in the development and gro... more details
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
JOB SUMMARY:
The Outpatient Clinical Pharmacist will assist in the development, implementation, and documentation of various outpatient pharmacy endeavors. Primarily, this individual will assist with patients enrolled in the system’s Anticoagulation Clinic, especially with patients utilizing vitamin k antagonist therapy. In addition, this individual will assist with processing prior authorizations to allow for optimum patient access and assist in the development and growth of the system’s pharmacy based medication refill center. This will be accomplished through collaboration with the Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator of Outpatient Services, Pharmacy AVP, clinical and staff pharmacists, medical staff, and other healthcare professionals. Performs all functions relating to the provision of information about dosing, side effects, and compatibilities for all patients ranging from neonates to geriatric.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm. D degree. Must be licensed in the State of Louisiana. Obtain at least 15 ACPE approved education hours per year. Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Preferred Qualifications: Completion of PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency preferred. Five years related experience in specialty pharmacy preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 10 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - NONE
Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, poles, etc.), balancing, stooping, reaching, handline/feeling
EMPLOYMENT
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
