Pharmacist Clinical Staff

City/State: Nyack, New York Department: Pharmacy Work Shift: Day Work Days: MON-FRI, ALTERNATING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS Scheduled Hours: 7:30 AM-4 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 8.5 HOURS Hours Per Pay Period: 40 Pay Rate/Range: $157,000+ per year   Job Summary: A well rounded pharmacist who will be expected to function as an independent, frontline healthcare provider by interacting with patients, pharmacy staff, and members of multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Safely and accurately treat patients by critically reviewing clinical status and available therapeutic options. Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, monitor drug therapy, and intervene when clinically necessary by modifying therapy or consulting with prescribers to recommend alternatives. Identify performance improvement opportunities and work on projects. Be able to cover various areas and shifts including unit based activities, IV compounding, and clinical monitoring.

Prepare intravenous admixtures and oversee the pharmacy technicians to compound, package, and label medications to be dispensed. Assist in the development and implementation of new inpatient and ambulatory care pharmacy programs. Essential Job Qualifications 1. Experience:      2-3 years hospital pharmacy experience and/or PGY-1 residency preferred. 2. Training/Certification: Pharmacotherapy or other relevant Board Certification preferred or willing to obtain within 1 year of eligibility.

3. Licensure:        New York State Pharmacist license 4. Other: C.Job Specific Contacts       1. General Contacts: Multiple contacts with physicians, nurses, patients and other hospital employees Job Provides Direction to:  IV technicians, pharmacy students, PGY-1 pharmacy resident Environment and Demands       1. Environmental Demands:   Frequent rounds to all patient care areas. 2. Essential Physical and Cognitive Demands, Manual Dexterity: On feet as required, some bending and light lifting.

Part I:  Hospital-Wide Standards A. Organizational           Demonstrates adherence to Montefiore Nyack Hospital “We Care” standards including: WORKING TOGETHER “ I will commit to work together in a courteous, respectful manner. I will demonstrate a positive spirit of service with all employees with whom I interact.” I will: Place team success above individual recognition. Be receptive to new ideas and approaches within my workplace.

Offer assistance generously without hesitation. EMPOWERMENT “I will be accountable, responsible, and self-directed in all aspects of my work at all times.” I will: See projects through to ensure completion. Problem solve with patients, family members, and other employees. Follow up to ensure a resolution. COMMUNICATION “I will demonstrate positive communication in a clear, courteous and appropriate manner at all times.” I will: Use effective verbal and written communication to patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees using the principles of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) Use positive communication in my tone of voice, body language, and choice of words.

APPEARANCE “I will dress in a manner that reflects a professional and positive image of the hospital at all times” I will: Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance. Adhere to the Hospital's dress code policy. Promote and adhere to Montefiore Nyack Hospital's guidelines regarding a safe and clean work environment for employees, patients and visitors. RESPONSIVENESS “I will demonstrate the ability to provide timely feedback and communication to patients, visitors, and coworkers.” I will: Respond empathetically.

Apologize for delays and concerns. EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE “I will strive to ‘do my best everyday’ in exceeding customer expectations.” I will: Anticipate and address my patients’ and customers’ needs. Avoid negativity and exhibit a “can-do” attitude. “Manage up” fellow employees, physicians, departments, and the organization, to increase patient confidence