Job DescriptionnnWhat Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal HealthnnPharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.nnHealth System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.nnJob SummarynnWorking in a hospital system pharmacy outsourced to Cardinal Health, the Pharmacist II adjusts and dispenses medication to patients and drives the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy. The Pharmacist verifies physician orders using the pharmacy information system, makes adjustments according to protocols for a given medication, and provides patient education. This job also supervises Pharmacy Technicians and manages compliance tasks related to accreditation, narcotics control, and inventory management.nnCardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Health Specialty and Rehabilitation Hospital of Surprise, and we are currently recruiting for a PRN Pharmacist to work as needed covering PTO/vacation and sick time. The facility is open Monday – Friday 8AM – 4:30PM.nnResponsibilitiesnnAdmission and discharge medication reconciliation.nnSterile IV preparation.nnLoading Pyxis medication machines.nnControlled substance management.nnTPN assessment and management, antibiotic, anticoagulant, renal dosing.nnInterprets medical orders (verbal and written) and transcribes to computerized patient medication profiles accurately. Maintains accurate, complete patient medication profiles.nnCompounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals, including sterile, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition products accurately.nnIssues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law.nnMonitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies, and appropriateness of drug and dose.nnAssists with pharmacokinetics consult service and drug dosing per organizational protocol.nnReviews/interprets culture and susceptibility data for antibiotic appropriateness and recommends changes, as needed.nnDetects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.nnSustains the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.nnProvides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners. Suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff, as needed.nnDocuments all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely.nnParticipates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data; conducts quality monitors and inspections; and maintains logs, records, and other documentation as assigned.nnParticipates in the development and presentation of orientation, education, and training programs to the pharmacy, medical, nursing, and other staffs.nnOther duties as assigned.nnQualificationsnnBachelor’s degree in pharmacy or PharmD.nnLicensed, “good standing” pharmacist in the state of Arizona.nnInpatient/hospital experience preferred.nnIV experience preferred.nnComputer savvy to learn and perform successful operation of multiple pharmacy information systems.nnAbility to see, hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals.nnFlexibility to work various shifts.nnAbility to work on call or be in an on call rotation if needed.nnWhat is expected of you and others at this levelnnApplies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks.nnWorks on projects of moderate scope and complexity.nnIdentifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve.nnApplies judgment within defined parameters.nnReceives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects.nnWork reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy.nnPay Rate: $68.00 per hour.nnBonus eligible: NonnBenefits: Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws.nnApplication window anticipated to close: 11/25/2024 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.nnCandidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.nnCardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. 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