Employment Opportunities
Clinical Pharmacist
This position is currently open.
Public?:
Internal
Division:
Health
Reports To:
Medical Director
Type of Position:
Regular Full Time
Location:
Little Axe Health Center / 15951 Little Axe Dr. / Norman, OK 73026
General Description
The purpose of this position is to provide medication therapy management services for patients at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Clinic. The Clinical Pharmacist provides medication therapy management services in collaboration with other providers to assure drug therapy is safe, effective, efficient, and cost-effective. The Clinical Pharmacist is under the supervision of the Medical Director.
Responsibilities & Duties
Works within collaborative practice agreements with Physicians, PA’s, and ARNP’s to manage and adjust medications for a variety of medical conditions
Acts independently within the scope of their license and areas of expertise with the help of general policies, procedures and practice guidelines
The pharmacist ensures that patient care is maintained through compliance with the department's policies, rules and regulations promulgated by the Board of Pharmacy, and other applicable regulatory bodies.
Streamlining medication therapy (when applicable) under the direction of supervising prescribers
Reviews patient profiles for appropriateness of drug therapy, allergies, interactions and side effects; consults with physicians regarding dosages believed to be excessive or not applicable
Works to improve health metrics as determined by the Medical Director and/or clinic regulatory bodies
Keeps current with recent developments and applicable literature; advises physicians and other staff concerning questions about medications and out-patient operations.
Performs quality control and quality assurance activities; identifies and reports variances in assigned monitoring activities.
Attends pertinent and applicable meetings, including inservice/educational sessions on operational and clinical topics.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited school of pharmacy with a PharmD.
Current Oklahoma licensure and in good standing.
PGY1 or 10+ years’ experience practicing pharmacy
Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of pharmacy practice and standards.
The ability to relate well with patients, to gain their acceptance and confidence.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to relate well with co-workers and the general public.
Ability to adjust to changing conditions.
Ability to accept accountability for patient outcomes
Ability to prioritize patient needs above all else
Superior analytical skills.
Must be computer literate and familiar with pharmacy software, including billing procedures.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend or kneel for long periods of time.
Sitting or standing or walking for long period of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking hearing and visual acuity.
Frequent lifting (up to 15 lbs)
Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.
Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace
Posted Date:
1 week 4 days ago
Closing Date:
Friday, April 26, 2024