Pharmacist, Casual - Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.  

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a Pharmacist to join our Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy team. This position is casual, no benefits, day/evening rotating shifts and every 4th weekend. 

Purpose of this position: Responsible for the filling and dispensing of medication orders including the proper handling, usage, and storage of drugs in the pharmacy. Maintains standards set by the department and translates policies and 
procedures into the daily operation of the pharmacy. Responsible for acting as an information resource to 
patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy and 
drug-related information and literature. Plans, organizes, and supervises work schedule of supportive 
personnel and pharmacists, as required. Supports the values of the organization by demonstrating 
personal responsibility, respect for self and others, innovation through teamwork, dedication to caring, and 
excellence in customer service

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides Medication Therapy Management and/or disease state management to clinic patients
• Evaluates and maintains a patient’s medication profile to ensure that each medication is indicated, effective, safe, and that the patient is adherent with therapy
• Follows documentation and billing expectations, as directed by departmental leadership
• Completes timely documentation of activities within the electronic medical record as appropriate for specific area of responsibility per policy from the Office of Medical Staff.  Documentation is to be completed within 5 business days of an encounter and no later than 14 days following the encounter
• Evaluates, interprets, and delivers medication information to patients, nurses, physicians, or other health care practitioners
• Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the pharmacy department as defined by the scope of service particular to each clinic to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed
• Will precept Resident or PharmD student rotations. May coordinate learner rotations
• Maintains current knowledge of pharmacotherapy, pathophysiology, and procedures in area of practice<