FT Pharmacist

B>Kindred Pharmacy Services (KPS) is a premier provider of hospital pharmacy management services to the long-term acute care (LTAC) and acute care settings.

We are committed to providing customer-defined service, efficiency, cost-effective management and clinical excellence while maintaining the highest standards of quality care, ethics, integrity and compliance

Kindred Pharmacy Services/Kindred Hosptial - North Florida is currently looking for a Staff Pharmacist. Successful candidate will provide pharmaceutical services to patients in an acute care setting in a manner that maximises quality and patient safety. Participates in and oversees the dispensing of medication in accordance with federal and state regulations and KPS policy.

Position offers competitive compensation and benefits as well as great hours and work environment.
Responsibilities include:


Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, route of administration and stability. Makes recommendations for therapy changes to the physician and facility staff as appropriate.

Maintains patient database to include appropriate current and past medical history, appropriate clinical and laboratory data, and concurrent medication (including over-the-counter and home remedies).

Collaborates with the healthcare team to provide clinical and technical support as needed.

Documents all communication with physicians, nurses, other members of the healthcare team and patients and their family members in the medical record.

Obtains, as necessary, and maintains all required documentation in accordance with federal and state regulatory agencies and KPS policy.

Implements policies and procedures for the safe procurement, storage, distribution and use of drugs and biologicals, as well as disposal of drugs.

Assists facility/agency staff personnel with procedures relating to safe and effective methods of procuring, maintaining, administering and disposing of drugs.
Qualifications:
Education / Licenses

Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or Pharmacy Doctorate.

Current licensure in the state of practice.
Experience

One year experience in a hospital setting preferred.

IV clinical experience preferred.










Please fax, mail or e-mail resumes to: Cindy Frederick Pharmacy Recruiter Kindred Pharmacy Services 680 South Fourth Avenue Louisville, KY 40202 800-545-0749 ext. 6527 502-596-7500 fax [Click here for email]



A Kindred Healthcare Facility. EOE
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