Job Description: Oregon Health & Science University
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
Pharmacist
US-OR-Portland
Job ID: 2024-32278 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Pharmacy Portland, OR (South East)
Overview
Interprets and evaluates provider's orders and prescriptions for accuracy, completeness and appropriateness. Recognizes therapeutic problems, including drug interactions, contraindications, improper dosing and precautions of therapy and toxicities. Consults with practitioner when problems or adverse effects are identified. Appropriately reports all adverse drug reactions, drug defects and medication errors.
Counsels and trains patients regarding appropriate use of their medications (i.e., purpose, actions, dosage, side effects, storage, precautions etc…)
Prepares, labels, and controls all medications for patient use. This includes assuring proper drug storage in all areas where medications are dispensed or stored. Maintains appropriate records as required by law and hospital policy
Participates in drug product selection, counsels prescribers on the selection of appropriate and cost effective alternatives.
Researches and evaluated professional literature in response to questions and requests and provides drug information to clinic staff and/or OHSU patients.
Assists with devising, developing, and operationalizing programs to ensure the proper use of medications and continuous quality improvement.
Complete initial and continuing training and competencies for required FWA and DMEPOS programs.
Responsibilities
Education:
B.S. Pharmacy or Pharm.D.
Oregon State Board of Pharmacy License, CPR/BLS
Experience:
Community pharmacy practice
Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):
Drug therapy in patients described in Position Purpose. (Dosage, indications, side effects, etc.)
Contemporary medication use systems (interpret prescribers’ orders, prepare and dispense medications. etc.)
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Systematic problem solving skills, ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent interpersonal communication
Successfully completes initial and continued competencies as required for maintenance of standard of practice, legal regulatory compliance and OHSU policies
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
Qualifications
Board Certification in Ambulatory Pharmacy, Pharmacotherapy, or Psychiatric Pharmacy
