Direct hire opportunity for experienced NICU Pharmacists across the state of texas. Must be licensed in the state of Texas and have at least two years of experience as a clinical hospital pharmacist. Two years of experience as a NICU Pharmacists preferred.
Under the supervision and direction of the Pharmacy Director & Supervisor, provides pharmaceutical care in accordance with the standards of pharmacy practice, and in compliance with departmental guidelines and state and federal regulations under the direction of the MedicalStaff pursuant of the objectives of the hospital and provides pharmacy services to all patients of the hospital with a focus on Neonatal and Pediatric patients.
Accurately and effectively provides medication therapy.
Ability to prioritize work .
Appropriately reviews physician order(s) and inputs into the pharmacy profile system.
Reviews drug regimen for drug allergies, rational therapy, contradictions, reasonable dose and route, reasonable directions, duplication of therapy, drug-drug interactions, other interactions, and adverse drug reactions.
Applies knowledge of pharmacotherapy to identify patient and family requirements relative to age-specific needs (see age-specific criteria).
Communicates with other disciplines and the patient to resolve issues.
Appropriately check all medications prior to dispensing.
Recommends and monitors NICU/Pediatric Patient Drug Therapy.
Actively participates in intervention, performance improvement and professional programs.
Makes or recommends appropriate therapeutic interchanges.
Reports Adverse Drug Reactions and Medication Errors.
Provides consults upon request.
Provides patient medication counseling upon request.
Provides drug information upon request.
Assists in training, educational, and quality assurance programs.
Provides medication in-services, as directed.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy - required
NICU Residency a plus
PharmD preferred
Experience
