Pharmacist I - The Woodlands, TX - Full-time

JOB TITLE: Pharmacist I

At Cardinal Health, we're developing the innovative products and services that make healthcare safer and more productive. Join a growing, global company genuinely committed to making a difference for our customers and communities.

Function: Pharmacy Operations
Family: Health System Pharmacy


What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health
Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers; may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.


What is expected of you for success in your roleDemonstrates basic knowledge of pharmaceuticals and pharmacy practice standardsProcesses physician orders using facility systemsAdheres to established regulatory and accreditation standardsFollows pharmacy best practice standards to optimize patient care and reduce cost
What is expected of you and others at this level in Pharmacy Operations for functional successWorks to understand complex functional situations by paying attention to the details of the tasks at hand and by breaking them down into smaller pieces Proactively develops and maintains broad knowledge of the technical disciplines in own functional area(s); applies broad knowledge of trends and Ensures that customers have a positive experience; commits to meet or exceed customer expectations. Jointly develops practical implementation plans that consider cultural sensitivities with other accountable parties. Measures and evaluates the effectiveness of protocols, programs or deliverables; compares measurement results to standards and takesAccountabilities in this role

Interprets medical orders (verbal and written) and transcribes to computerized patient medication profiles accurately.  Maintains accurate, complete patient medication profiles.Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals, including sterile, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition products accurately.Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law.Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies, and appropriateness of drug and dose.Assists with pharmacokinetics consult service and drug dosing per organizational protocol.Reviews/interprets culture and susceptibility data for antibiotic appropriateness and recommends changes, as needed.Reads, extracts, and interprets information in patient charts accurately.Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.Sustains the formulary by minimizing nonformulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners.  Suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff, as needed.Provides accurate, adequate, and timely drug information to the professional staff.Provides drug information to patients and their families.Documents all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely.Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department.  Collects data; conducts quality monitors and inspections; and maintains logs, records, and other documentation as assigned.Participates in the development and presentation of orientation, education, and training programs to the pharmacy, medical, nursing, and other staffs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in pharmacy required; PharmD preferred 0-2 years related pharmacy experience Ability to become licensed pharmacist in state (s) of pharmacy operation