Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Essential functions are the duties and responsibilities that are essential to the position (not a task list). Do not include if less than 5% of work time is spent on this duty. Be specific without giving explicit instructions on how to perform the task. Do not include duties that are to be performed in the future. Duties should be action oriented and avoid vague or general statements.

% of Time

(annually)

Key Accountability

• Review physician orders and contact as needed for clarification of order. Dispense correct pharmaceutical in accordance with all laws and regulations.

• Identify appropriate outcomes of drug therapy.

• Monitor and document ongoing drug therapy including the assessment of therapeutic appropriateness of the choice of medications(s); therapeutic duplication, appropriateness of dose, frequency, and route of administration; adherence to drug regimen; potential drug, food or diagnostic test interactions of disease limitations to drug use; laboratory and clinical monitoring methods to detect drug effectiveness, side effects, toxicity or adverse effects; and preparing and maintaining clinical records.

• Consult and collaborate with other disciplines of the health care team to ensure appropriate, safe, and complete therapy is provided.

• Instructs patient/family/caregivers in administration of the pharmaceuticals.

• Provides patient, family, and/or caregiver education and information pertinent to pharmaceutical and related safety issues. Use equipment, supplies, and systems safely, effectively, and efficiently.

• Oversee work of other pharmacy personnel to ensure the dispensing of correct pharmaceuticals per physicians orders.

• Oversee drug control system including receipt of prescription drugs and orders, storage of medications, packaging of medications, preparation and dispensing of prescriptions, labeling, and packaging of prescriptions for delivery.

• Perform other duties as requested by Pharmacy Manager to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the organization.

• Ensures appropriate documentation is maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Reports accurate drug information to physicians, other professional personnel and public in a timely manner.

Other Job Duties

• Maintain compliance with OSHA, Accreditation Standards and Risk Management guidelines.

• Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work.

• Behave in a manner consistent with Mission, Vision, Values, and Expectations for Excellence.

• Behave in a manner consistent with all Corporate Compliance policies and procedures.

• Complies with all FDA mandates and self-imposed manufacturer restrictions on particular medications, such as REMS programs.

• Maintain compliance with Personnel policies and procedures.

• Complete and pass biannual aseptic technique testing as outlined in P & P in a timely manner.

• Employee is responsible for completion of communication tasks and activities in a timely manner. This would include, but is not limited to: responding to email, voicemail or telephone messages, promptly, accurately, and professionally; attending staff meetings as scheduled or viewing videotapes of those meetings; asking questions of team members and supervisors when needing clarification about various day-to-day issues or patient needs; and reviewing employee communication pieces, to stay aware of UnityPoint at Home programs and initiatives.

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

• Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.

• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.

• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.

• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.

• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.

• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Demonstration of UPH Values and Standards of Behaviors

Consistently demonstrates UnityPoint Health’s values in the performance of job duties and responsibilities

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  Leverage the skills and abilities of each person to enable great teams.

• Collaborate across departments, facilities, business units and regions.

Own The Moment:

• Connect with each person treating them with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect

• Enthusiastically engage in our work.

• Accountable for our individual actions and our team performance.

• Responsible for solving problems regardless of the origin.

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  Commit to the best outcomes and highest quality.

• Have a relentless focus on exceeding expectations.

• Believe in sharing our results, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.

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  Embrace and promote innovation and transformation.

• Create partnerships that improve care delivery in our communities.

• Have the courage to challenge the status quo.

Minimum Requirements

Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education:

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  Bachelor of Science or PharmD. degree.
• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.

Experience:

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  Three years’ experience in retail or clinical setting.

License(s)/Certification(s):

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  Current license to practice pharmacy in the state(s) where services are provided.

• Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.

• Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

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  Sufficient knowledge, training, and expertise in pharmacotherapeutics relative to infusion medications as well as specialty medications.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision making and problem solving expertise.
• Knowledge of professional pharmaceutical principles and practices.
• Ability to work as a collaborative team member.

• Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures

• Basic knowledge of computer applications (i.e. Word, Excel) and operations.

• Ability to maintain confidential information

Other:

Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.