| Medication Authorization and Distribution Understands and follows departmental and hospital policy and procedures related to dispensing of medications. Dispenses medications accurately and in a timely manner. Independently resolves problem medication orders appropriately and in a timely manner. Processes/validates medication orders utilizing current information system technology to create and maintain accurate patient profiles. Directs and supervises the work of technicians to ensure appropriate workflow as required. Verbal communication to all hospital staff is conducted in an effective and professional manner. Checks all products requiring a pharmacist approval prior to dispensing. Participates in departmental Q/A processes such as reporting and following up on medication incidents, reconciling MARs, reporting medication adverse events and errors, etc. Clinical Responsibilities Develops or participates in a clinical practice by interacting with physicians, nurses, other health care professionals, and patients as a member of an interdisciplinary team on patient care units to guide and recommend appropriate medication use. Participates in focused clinical initiatives as defined by the department (e.g. pharmacokinetic consultation, antimicrobial stewardship, etc.). Participates in Medication Use Evaluations when appropriate. Monitors assigned patient populations for clinical progress including renal/hepatic function, culture results, and other applicable laboratory tests. Recommends adjustments to therapy as necessary. Documents clinical activities and interventions on a regular basis. Supports patient teaching initiatives, identifying opportunities and performing teaching and documentation tasks when needed. Problem-Solving Thoroughly resolves problems with appropriate and direct communication to all pertinent staff in a clear and concise manner. Proactive in identifying patient care problems or safety concerns, and does not pass on problems to the next shift without exhausting reasonable attempts at resolution and communicating progress. Problem solving will often go beyond patient-specific issues, and may require participation on interdisciplinary teams or revising hospital or departmental policy, procedures or treatment guidelines. Assists in coordinating and implementing staffing plans based on available resources, conflict resolution, and appropriate communication from shift to shift. Contacts supervisor for assistance when solution is beyond his/her expertise or authority. Training and Education Provides training, mentorship and feedback for evaluating Level 1 Pharmacists and other trainees as needed. Contributes to Pharmacy PGY1 Residents training as assigned. This training is primarily focused on operational and technical aspects of covering the main pharmacy area, but may also include clinical team coverage. Contributes to the training of pharmacy students for IPPE and APPE rotations. Other duties as assigned. | 
