Potomac Healthcare Solutions
Clinical Pharmacist
Potomac Healthcare Solutions, Annapolis, Maryland, United States, 21403
Clinical Pharmacist
NHC Annapolis, MD
Position Duties and Responsibilities:Assess patient's response to drug therapy and planning drug therapy based on physician-established diagnoses.Order and evaluate laboratory tests necessary to evaluate drug therapy effects and outcomes.Initiate, modify, or discontinue medications for ongoing therapy of chronic disease states (e.g., hypertension, hyperlipidemia, anticoagulant, diabetes, asthma, refill clinics, etc.), in cooperation with the medical staff.Monitor and manage pharmacotherapy requiring periodic adjustment due to specific or changing pharmacokinetic characteristics (e.g., aminoglycosides, phenytoin, antithrombotic).Administer prescription or non-prescription drugs according to established agreements or MTF protocols.Assess metabolic needs and order therapeutic enteral or parenteral nutrition products in the inpatient setting.Evaluate medical and medication histories for drug-related problems and adjusting drug therapy accordingly.Consult with other healthcare providers (e.g., physicians, dietitians, nurses, physical therapists, etc.) about patient treatment needs or options.Perform a full range of pharmacist procedures.Review patient profiles at the time of dispensing in order to closely monitor medication therapy.Ensure prescription directions for use, dose, medication interactions, therapeutic duplications or overlaps, allergy information, age specific dosage, and other pertinent data are appropriate for individual patients.Ensure accuracy of all pharmaceutical products prepared or processed by technical staff.Provide medication and healthcare related in service training to clinical staff on new medications on the market; appropriate use of medications; comparison of current medication therapies; and other topics as deemed appropriate by the department head.Consult with other specialty practitioners to provide optimal patient pharmaceutical care.Document significant medication interactions, and pharmacy interactions with prescribers. Conduct Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) reporting in accordance with The Joint Commission (TJC) or the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC) standards as appropriate.Facilitate medical staff drug utilization reviews (DURs) as deemed necessary.Minimum Qualifications:
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Council on Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE).Minimum of one year of experience as a Clinical Pharmacist.Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a pharmacist.Must be a US Citizen.Potomac Healthcare Solutions offers the following benefits:
Medical Insurance with PPO and HSA Options (United Healthcare)Dental Insurance (Humana)*Vision Insurance (Humana)*401(k) with Employer MatchHealth Savings Account with Employer MatchPrescription Drug ProgramEmployer Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*Relocation Assistance10 Days Paid Time Off11 Federal HolidaysContinuing Education Assistance/License ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness Incentives and More
NOTE: *Effective the 1st day of the month following start date
About Potomac Healthcare Solutions:Potomac Healthcare Solutions is an award-winning, dynamic, and rapidly growing healthcare services company with a proven background in providing world-class health services for both government and commercial organizations. We are actively recruiting skilled, caring practitioners to support our rapidly growing program base and supported healthcare facilities. If you would like to be a part of a quality-driven organization and make a difference, we would like to talk to you!
If you do not find interest in this opportunity but know of someone who may, we kindly ask that you refer the individual to Potomac Healthcare Solutions by forwarding this job posting.
Potomac Healthcare Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected classes under the laws applicable to Potomac Healthcare Solutions.
Potomac Healthcare Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled.
***This position is contingent upon contract award.
NHC Annapolis, MD
Position Duties and Responsibilities:Assess patient's response to drug therapy and planning drug therapy based on physician-established diagnoses.Order and evaluate laboratory tests necessary to evaluate drug therapy effects and outcomes.Initiate, modify, or discontinue medications for ongoing therapy of chronic disease states (e.g., hypertension, hyperlipidemia, anticoagulant, diabetes, asthma, refill clinics, etc.), in cooperation with the medical staff.Monitor and manage pharmacotherapy requiring periodic adjustment due to specific or changing pharmacokinetic characteristics (e.g., aminoglycosides, phenytoin, antithrombotic).Administer prescription or non-prescription drugs according to established agreements or MTF protocols.Assess metabolic needs and order therapeutic enteral or parenteral nutrition products in the inpatient setting.Evaluate medical and medication histories for drug-related problems and adjusting drug therapy accordingly.Consult with other healthcare providers (e.g., physicians, dietitians, nurses, physical therapists, etc.) about patient treatment needs or options.Perform a full range of pharmacist procedures.Review patient profiles at the time of dispensing in order to closely monitor medication therapy.Ensure prescription directions for use, dose, medication interactions, therapeutic duplications or overlaps, allergy information, age specific dosage, and other pertinent data are appropriate for individual patients.Ensure accuracy of all pharmaceutical products prepared or processed by technical staff.Provide medication and healthcare related in service training to clinical staff on new medications on the market; appropriate use of medications; comparison of current medication therapies; and other topics as deemed appropriate by the department head.Consult with other specialty practitioners to provide optimal patient pharmaceutical care.Document significant medication interactions, and pharmacy interactions with prescribers. Conduct Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) reporting in accordance with The Joint Commission (TJC) or the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC) standards as appropriate.Facilitate medical staff drug utilization reviews (DURs) as deemed necessary.Minimum Qualifications:
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Council on Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE).Minimum of one year of experience as a Clinical Pharmacist.Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a pharmacist.Must be a US Citizen.Potomac Healthcare Solutions offers the following benefits:
Medical Insurance with PPO and HSA Options (United Healthcare)Dental Insurance (Humana)*Vision Insurance (Humana)*401(k) with Employer MatchHealth Savings Account with Employer MatchPrescription Drug ProgramEmployer Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*Relocation Assistance10 Days Paid Time Off11 Federal HolidaysContinuing Education Assistance/License ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness Incentives and More
NOTE: *Effective the 1st day of the month following start date
About Potomac Healthcare Solutions:Potomac Healthcare Solutions is an award-winning, dynamic, and rapidly growing healthcare services company with a proven background in providing world-class health services for both government and commercial organizations. We are actively recruiting skilled, caring practitioners to support our rapidly growing program base and supported healthcare facilities. If you would like to be a part of a quality-driven organization and make a difference, we would like to talk to you!
If you do not find interest in this opportunity but know of someone who may, we kindly ask that you refer the individual to Potomac Healthcare Solutions by forwarding this job posting.
Potomac Healthcare Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected classes under the laws applicable to Potomac Healthcare Solutions.
Potomac Healthcare Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled.
***This position is contingent upon contract award.