Pharmacist

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Pharmacist with Stone Springs Hospital Center, you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Utilizes appropriate resources to complete assignment within allocated time period.Adapts to changes in volume/acuity demands. Remains calm in crisis situations.Adheres to Attendance and Tardiness Policy.Supports responsible staffing decisions (cancels, places staff on hold/on call, calls in on hold/on call staff appropriately).Demonstrates efforts to eliminate waste.Reports to work on time and is ready to start work.Consistently utilizes Kronos system to document hours of work.Demonstrates problem solving ability using appropriate resources.Serves as a resource as needed in an effective manner to unit and other departments.Is supportive of administrative decisions.Demonstrates teamwork and cooperation, works well with others.Is flexible in meeting staffing and scheduling requirements of the department.Has working knowledge of the operation of Department or seeks guidance from appropriate personnel.Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel and correctly completes work order.Assures safe and clean environment. Keeps hallways clutter free and rooms neat.Utilizes standard precautions by wearing protective equipment (goggles, gowns, gloves and uses correct handwashing techniques).Consistently strives to improve performance.Makes suggestions for improvement.Is receptive to new ideas.Is cognizant of age specific, cultural and physical needs of customer in providing service.Maintains confidentiality of all patient/other information.Gives accurate and concise reports.Keeps the Department Director informed on reportable situations and department needs.Interacts with patients, doctors and visitors with grace and tact.Gains patient/family confidence.Attends and participates in staff meetings or reads minutes.Participates in unit/department orientation/preceptorships.Accepts responsibility for assessment of self-learning needs and identifies resources to accomplish continued personal and professional development.Actively participates in hospital and department committees as assigned.Attends all mandatory in-services annually.Makes independent decisions.Requires minimum supervision.Displays professional pride.Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to HCA's Code of Conduct.Conduct reflects HCA's values and a commitment to the Code of Conduct.Interpret orders and transcribes or verifies them accurately and efficiently into the pharmacy computer systemAccurately compound and dispense pharmaceuticalsMonitor drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and doseSuggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic medication alternatives to medical staffSustain the hospital formulary, minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic interchanges and promotes rational drug therapy selectionProvide accurate and timely medication information to healthcare staff and patientsAssist with clinical services such as drug consults, nutrition support, pharmacokinetics, anticoagulant monitoring, pain management, IV to PO, renal dosing and other programs as defined by Pharmacy Leadership.Assist with the antimicrobial management and other clinical programsDocument all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely. Responsible for mentoring and education as well as ongoing analysis of interventions toSupport and participate in the goals of the organization's quality improvement, risk management and patient safety program to include but not limited to National Patient Safety Goals, Core Measures and HCAHPS medication related initiatives.Complete notification reports regarding medication errors and adverse drug reactionsParticipate in the training of new pharmacists, pharmacy students, and techniciansMaintain professional competency sufficient to meet current and future needs of the facilityHas knowledge of the patient population they serve and apply that knowledge in the care of those patientsProvide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systemsEffectively supervises pharmacy operation activities and provides support to the whole pharmacy teamCompliant with facility pharmacy schedule to work physically at patient care areas to interact with medical staff, nurses and other members of the healthcare team.Effectively and proactively intervene in conflicts between pharmacy and medical staff regarding drug therapy issue resolutions.Train and participate with Disaster Team drills and real-event response as assignedTrain and participate with Code Teams as assigned. Obtain and maintain BLS-ACLS or PALS current certification as appropriate.Maintain appropriate controlled substance recordsComply with all regulatory standardsPrioritize work and lead others to comply with facility medication turn-around time policy and procedure. Identify areas for improved efficiencySupervise and assist pharmacy technicians and other support staff effectivelyAct as supervisor in charge as assignedParticipate in the continuous quality improvement of pharmacy operations (operational/clinical)Provide input for improving pharmacy computer system programs relating to pharmacy, nursing and physician programsPerform other duties as assignedPractice and adhere to the "Code of Conduct" philosophy and "Mission and Value Statement"Other duties as assigned. What qualifications you will need: Education: B.S. or PharmD from an ACPE-accredited School of PharmacyLicensure: Current Licensed Pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Virginia in good standingCertification: BLS certification through American Red Cross (AHA and military certifications accepted) required upon hireExperience: Minimum of one year of hospital experience is preferred. Completion of all hospital specific competencies for Clinical PharmacistKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Organization - proactively prioritizes needs and effectively manages resourcesCommunication - communicates clearly and conciselyJudgment - Makes decisions based upon job knowledge and experience. Considers all impacted areas in decision process. Seeks advice where applicable. Judgment sensible and reliable.Customer Orientation - establishes and maintains long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting exceeding expectationsInterpersonal Skills - able to work effectively with other employees, patients and external partiesPC Skills - demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office, Meditech, and purchasing vendor applications and others as requiredPolicies and Procedures - articulates knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systemsBenefits Stone Springs Hospital Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine servicesWellbeing support, including free counseling and referral servicesTime away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absenceSavings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counselingEducation support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of NursingAdditional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discountsLearn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.StoneSprings Hospital Center has provided quality healthcare services since 2015. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 120+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities in Loudoun County. Our medical services includes a full-service 24/7 Emergency Department, orthopedics, advanced heart and vascular care, extensive diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology capabilities, minimally invasive robotic surgery and maternal/child health. At StoneSprings Hospital Center, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Pharmacist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Apply share Share Email X Facebook LinkedIn bookmark_border Save Job bookmark Unsave Job