Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Under limited supervision, ensures prompt and accurate services for patients, nurses, physicians and other staff.  Interprets and evaluates the validity and safety of orders and prescriptions.  Monitors the quality of pharmaceutical services provided.  Dispenses medications in accordance with legal requirements.  Provides information to staff and clients regarding medications and drug therapy.  Maintains accurate records.  Supervises the work of supportive personnel and verifies the activities of supportive personnel. 

Employment Type:

Part Time

Shift:

Rotating, will include weekends and holiday rotation. 8 hr. shifts rotating between the following:

6:30 am - 2:30 pm

8 am - 4:30 pm

9 am - 5:30 pm

11 am - 7:30 pm

1 pm - 9:30 pm

2 pm - 10:30 pm

What you will Do:

• Reviews electronic/written medication orders to determine clarity, appropri­ate dose, schedule, possible drug interactions and contra­indications.  Consults directly with the physician, physician/hospice nurse or nursing home, if changes or clarification is needed.
• Supervises preparation of patient medications using standard techniques and procedures, including all drugs, prescriptions, controlled substances, IV's and IV admixtures.
• Successfully interacts with interdisciplinary teams, administrators, physicians, residents, resident families, nursing directors, nursing staff, as well as state and federal regulations.
• Directs and monitors pharmacy technicians in proper packaging, labeling and distribution of medications.
• Successfully operates the outpatient computer system and prepares, fills and dispenses outpatient charity prescriptions as needed.
• Participates in drug therapy monitoring including evaluation of at least the following:  a) appropriateness of route and method of administration, b) potential therapeutic duplication, c) drug-drug interactions, d) drug-food interactions, e) drug-lab interactions, f) drug-disease interactions, g) pharmacokinetics analysis of lab data, h) safety and efficacy of drug therapy, I) cost-effective therapeutic alternatives, j) therapeutic appropriateness of medications and k) assessment of patient diagnosis, medical history and any pertinent physical findings. Complies with OBRA standards for patient counseling on prescriptions.
• Maintains departmental medication inventory levels by checking stock and orders supplies and drugs as indicated.  Maintains perpetual inventory system.  Maintains invoices in orderly fashion to comply with legal standards. Checks pharmacy stock for outdates and proper amount of stock.
• Consults with and advises physicians and nursing staff on matters pertaining to the selection, procurement, distribution, storing and safe use of drugs.
• Maintains records as required by department, state and federal laws. Researches drug information for physicians, nursing, patients and other health care professionals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy and licensure in the State of Iowa. 
• Must have the ability to work independently and to set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond quickly to emergent situations.
• Must have basic typing skills and be familiar with computers and their functions. Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• The tri-state region, referred to as Western Iowa or Siouxland, is highlighted by safe and friendly communities, excellent schools and a mix of peaceful rural areas and vibrant city atmosphere where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet at the Missouri River.
• Situated in the heart of downtown Sioux City, MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is also well positioned for urban living in any of the newly renovated apartments, downtown lofts, or townhome living options. The downtown also features a historic district with excellent restaurants and social spots, and you'll just be steps away from the beautifully renovated Warrior Hotel for dinner and the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre for entertainment.

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:

• Wellness programs
• Education reimbursement
• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retirement planning
• Life insurance coverage