Pharmacy Extern - Pharmacy - St. Mary's
Company: Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: June 22, 2022
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Job Description:
We're about creating exceptional experiences for both our
patients and our employees. Partnering with the LSU School of
Medicine, our goal is to provide high-quality patient care within a
setting that advances medical science through research and educates
the next generation of leaders in healthcare. We are committed to
providing opportunities for our staff that develop and grow careers
in a compassionate team-oriented environment focused on patients
first. At Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana, whether you
work with patients every day or support those who do, you are
making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at
Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana and discover your
future today!This job is under the direct supervision of a
registered pharmacist. Maintains and ensures complete and
appropriate drug therapy in a multidisciplinary pharmaceutical care
environment according to appropriate guidelines. Prepares,
dispenses and records medications ordered for an assigned group of
patients, using safe, rational and cost-effective therapeutic
decision making. Reviews, evaluates and monitors patient drug
therapy, provides drug information and patient education, and other
clinical pharmacy services. Oversees the day-to-day activities of
technical and clerical staff assisting in the above.To perform this
job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.This
job description is a summary of the primary duties and
responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be
a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and
responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's
discretion.Education Required - Bachelor of Science in
PharmacyPreferred - Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited
College of PharmacyWork ExperienceRequired -
None.CertificationsRequired - Eligibility for licensure to practice
pharmacy in the State of Louisiana (must acquire licensure in
within reasonable amount of time, determined on a case by case
basis).Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)Must have computer
skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of
patient information.Must be proficient with Windows-style
applications and keyboard.Effective verbal and written
communication skills and the ability to present information clearly
and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the
patient care process.Must have computer skills and dexterity
required for data entry and retrieval of information.Must be
proficient with Windows-style applications, various software
packages specific to role and keyboardStrong interpersonal
skills.Job DutiesAssesses Medications Orders Therapy Prepares and
dispenses medications Manages drug therapy to optimize patient
outcomes Maintains professional certifications and technical
knowledge Manages a variety of projects for the department Adapts
behavior to the specific patient population, including but not
limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the
patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be
performed, requesting permissions and communication style.Other
related duties as required. The above statements describe the
general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive
list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other
duties may be added, or this description amended at any
time.Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local
laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements
that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures
compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.This
employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy
Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting
of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or
conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other
compliance-related concerns.The employer is 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, protected veteran
status, or disability status.Physical and Environmental DemandsThe
physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force
occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or
greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move
objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of
the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in
excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted
may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work:
(1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree;
or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails
pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the
job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the
constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight
of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and
strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an
industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker
even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.Mechanical
lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be
utilized.Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
Work requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods of
time.Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and
hands, manual dexterity.Normal routine involves no exposure to
blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment,
incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency
care or first aid.The incumbent has no occupational risk for
exposure to communicable disease. There is potential to encounter
hazardous medications and hazardous waste.Because the incumbent
works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk
for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the
environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation,
dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of
contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase
depending on the essential job duties of the role.Are you ready to
make a difference? Apply Today!Individuals who reside in and will
work from the state of Colorado are not eligible for remote work
position. Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana endeavors to
make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact
us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an
accommodation to complete the application process, please contact
our HR Employee Service Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or
careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation
requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of
applications.EEO is the Law links in English or Spanish.
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