Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
The Lead Retail Pharmacist accepts the responsibility and accountability for the accurate control of and appropriate dispensing of all prescription and non-prescription medications, as required by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy. Ensures appropriate counseling of patients regarding their medications. Supervises the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy. Leads colleagues in standards of quality of care, inventory control, and intra and interdepartmental communications.
Assists with selecting, developing, and maintaining a team of competent staff. Holds self and team accountable for achieving the highest level of quality of care, customer service, and employee satisfaction, and recognizes the contribution for desired results. Driven to meet and exceed customer expectations.
SCOPE OF SERVICE/CUSTOMER:
Under the general direction of the Retail Pharmacy Supervisor, plans, organizes and manages retail pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and other support personnel. Serves as a leadership resource for those working in the retail pharmacy. Assumes a proactive role in improving quality.
Patients served range in age from newborns to geriatrics. Customers include departmental employees, peers, physicians and their office staff, vendors, patients, families, visitors, etc.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Mission and Values.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health's Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a Accepts responsibility for the timely, accurate, and appropriate preparation of medications and pharmaceutical supplies, using accepted procedures to fulfill prescription orders issued by physicians, dentists, and other qualified providers
Performs duties with flexibility, adapting to changing schedules and needs of the customers, prioritizing workload accordingly
Manages schedule for pharmacists, technicians, and support personnel at site of responsibility.
Manages timecards and approves payroll for pharmacists, technicians, and support personnel at site of responsibility.
Counsels' patients receiving prescription medications, non-prescription medications, devices and supplies, as appropriate while protecting their health and drug information.
Provides information to medical staff concerning all aspects of clinical pharmaceutical
information pertaining to the patients care and well-being, keeping in mind the
confidential nature of all such information and communication.
Monitors patient medication therapy for pharmaceutical care parameters and documents (as
required) the appropriate findings, recommendations, interventions and outcomes.
Coaches and maintains positive behaviors, approaches, attitude, and commitment to interpersonal service toward patients, visitors, customers and co-workers.
Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmaceutical services
Shares in the "on-call" and weekend rotation responsibilities.
Coordinates colleague training, development, and education in area of responsibility for all colleagues, pharmacy residents, students and interns.
Completes colleague evaluations for area of responsibility annually.
Recruits, screens, and participates in the interview and selection of new pharmacy colleagues.
Assists with coordinating student and resident rotations and activities.
Attends meetings and participates in committees as appropriate.
Actively leads training of new colleagues.
Ensures all state and federal laws surrounding the appropriate security and control of and dispensing of medications are followed in area of responsibility.
Responsible for inventory maintenance, ensuring appropriate inventory levels, ordering, and security of inventory including CII perpetual inventory logs and yearly inventory counts.
Actively leads and participates in quality and problem-solving activities with other pharmacy staff and other hospital departments.
Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.
Provides competent patient care to the above-indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments.
Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development and participates in medical center and/or departmental education programs.
Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
Performs other responsibilities as requested by Retail Pharmacy Supervisor or Pharmacy Director.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Maintains a professional, collaborative work environment so as to foster a positive public image for MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.
Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical information (i.e. HIPAA, Stark, etc.)
Keep current in area of expertise and assures that standards and practices reflect best practice within area of expertise.
Must have proven time management skills with the ability to prioritize and organize work/projects in a fast-paced working environment so that all tasks are completed on time and accurately.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to relate to people across all levels & diverse backgrounds; ability to handle interactions with discretion, tact & courtesy.?
Serve as a role model to encourage a commitment to customer service.
Must be a strong relationship developer, consultant and demonstrate the ability to deal successfully with inherent ambiguities and complexities of a multi-site organization.
Must be flexible and demonstrate a great tolerance for change with ability to manage self and others through change.
Must display strong negotiating, consensus building and facilitation skills and be comfortable in a team-oriented hands-on environment.
Ability to analyze data using statistical methods.
Must be able to gather information and complete analysis then document findings and recommendations.
Demonstrated business acumen.
Must have an aptitude for learning quickly, acting maturely and ethically.
Must have ability to think creatively and analytically.
Ability to demonstrate initiative.
High degree of professionalism.
Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive manner.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to implement processes and procedures.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office environment where there are relatively few physical discomforts due to dust, dirt and noise.
In an eight-hour day, may walk/stand six to eight hours.
Must be able to occasionally (6-10% of work time) lift/carry objects weighing approximately 35 lbs.
Associate's job requires occasional (10% of work time) squatting, crawling, crouching, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, frequent bending/stooping, and reaching above shoulder level.
Must frequently (21-50% of work time) maintain high level of concentration with many interruptions and attain desired deadlines.
Must be able to see at a near visual acuity level.
Must be able to speak and hear speech.
Must be able to travel on occasion to other worksites and training seminars.
Must adhere to applicable organizational requirements on an annual basis for Employee Health Directives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED):
Education:
Completion of the requirements for a B.S. or Pharm.D. in Pharmacy at an accredited college of pharmacy is required.
Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
Licensure:
Must be a Registered Pharmacist in the State of Iowa in good standing or eligible for registration.
Maintains licensure in additional states as required based on contracted facilities outside of Iowa.
Additional Functions :
Registers with Iowa Board of Pharmacy as PIC and assures all aspects of that responsibility are followed.
Experience:
Previous leadership experience is preferred.
Previous practical experience and/or certification in areas related to practice site are preferred.
Special Skills and Competencies:
Supervisory and planning abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Self-motivated, detail-oriented individual able to work with minimum supervision.
Preferred certification in Immunization Administration.
Organizational Skills
AMOUNT OF DIRECT BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILTIES:
Direct budgetary input, responsibility, and accountability.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran
