Pharmacist

Job Overview:

The primary purpose of Staff Pharmacist in Transitions of Care is to fulfill daily operational responsibilities which assure the safe and effective use of medications in our patients with the goal of improving admissions and discharges,

Qualifications:

Required:

• Doctor of Pharmacy, PharmD from an ACPE accredited school
• Current NJ Pharmacy License
• NJ Board registration

Preferred:

• Oncology experience
• One year of accredited pharmacy residency

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Must be licensed and registered by the New Jersey State Board Pharmacy

Scheduling Requirements:

• Part-Time
• 20 hours/week
• Evening Shift

Essential Functions:

• Maintains current patient specific information in the prescribed format.
• Reviews physician orders at the time of receipt for drug related problems.
• Compares new orders with current patient specific information.
• Resolves all drug related problems in conference with the prescribing physician, when necessary, so that the prescriber can send a safe, accurate prescription to the appropriate retail or specialty pharmacy.
• Work with insurance, or other third parties, on behalf of the patient and provider, to provide appropriate clinical information to achieve prompt approval of prior authorization or financial patient assistance for the medications needed.
• Find appropriate charitable funding for patient s medication via various sources, such as foundations and co-pay and free medication assistance programs.
• Suggest alternatives to prescribed medication based on patient need and insurance company s formulary when appropriate.
• Draft and provide appeal letters and letters of medical necessity for MD to review and sign if appropriate.
• Confers with other pharmacy colleagues and/or nurses when appropriate to detect, correct or prevent drug related problems.
• Interviews patients when appropriate in order to obtain relevant clinical information.
• Prioritizes the processing of medication orders according to clinical importance and other relevant factors.
• Checks all profile entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Confirms the safety specialty pharmacy medications as they relate to clinical research under approved IRB-approved investigational protocols.
• Completes required documentation.
• Serves as a preceptor for clerkship and externship students from Rutgers College of Pharmacy or other student or resident as assigned.
• Participates in educational programs for medical staff, nursing staff, pharmacy staff or community service organizations.
• Assists in the training of new staff.
• Serves on Rutgers Cancer Institute and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital committees, as assigned.
• Provides solicited and unsolicited drug information and recommendations to prescribing physicians to assure safe, efficacious and cost-effective drug therapy.
• When appropriate, educates patients regarding medications prescribed and documents these interactions in the EHR.
• Maintains and enhances professional competency through continuing education and other professional growth activities which are consistent with current departmental needs and future goals.
• General knowledge of current guidelines and therapy for complex disease states such as: Oncology, Infectious Disease.
• Applies the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served i.e. Infant, Adult, Pediatric, Geriatric and Adolescent.
• Assesses data reflective of each patient s information needed in order to identify each patient s age requirements relative to his or her age specific health care needs.
• Understands and adheres to RWJBH s compliance standards as they appear in RWJBH s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and RWJBH s regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
• Vary work priorities and activities to accommodate business and patient needs and performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer