PURPOSE OF POSITION: To compound and dispense medication; under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist; for infant; child and adolescent patients and adult employees of a pediatric Medical Center. To perform a variety of storekeeping; delivery and clerical duties.
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
Compliance - Patient Services Staff Sustain a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Support leadership in Compliance efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Be mindful and judicious in monitoring safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Work with department managers, nurse council and magnet representatives to identify and share safety best practices. Be mindful of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and freely communicate safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members.
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist Prepare sterile medication including IV syringe pumps, parenteral nutrition solutions, large volume parenterals and inhalations. Fill physician orders for inpatients and prescriptions for outpatients and Cincinnati Children's employees. Compound non-sterile pharmaceutical preparations such as hand-made capsules suspensions and topical preparations.
Data collection and analysis Perform routine procedures within respective discipline, including the collection and analysis of data which will affect decisions regarding patient care.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:
Must be accepted into an accredited College of Pharmacy with completion of pre-pharmacy course work
Pharmacy Intern's license to practice in the State of Ohio must be obtained within probationary period and maintained continuously while working as an intern
Unique Skills:
Clerical Abilities Ability to perform clerical functions with accuracy and attention to detail
Diversity Appreciation Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself
Medical Terminology - Intermd Intermediate knowledge of medical terminology
Scientific Terminology Knowledge of scientific terminology
Computer Proficiency Proficiency in basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), e-mail, and internet
Professional Demeanor Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment, diplomacy, tact and professional demeanor
Communication Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills
Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families (EEO/AA).
About Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better, and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.