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Denver Health

Public hospital system providing comprehensive care

Clinical Pharmacist-Outpatient Retail Float

PharmacyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeDenver, CO, USA$57.21 - $91.54 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Pharmacy degree is required; a Doctor of Pharmacy degree is preferred.
  • A current pharmacist license from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies is required.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required.
  • Basic Life Support/CPR certification from the American Heart Association is required.
  • Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist certification from the Board of Pharmacy Specialties is required.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required.
  • Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery certification from the Board of Pharmacy Specialties is required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact with healthcare team members and pharmacy leadership are required.
  • Strong organizational skills are required.
  • Thorough knowledge of pharmacy principles and practices and pharmacy-related state and federal laws is required.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports is required.
  • Ability to demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail is required.
  • Ability to demonstrate sound problem-solving and decision-making skills and develop practical, efficient, economical, and reasonable solutions is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.
  • Proficiency with electronic health record software is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Supply medications and other pharmaceuticals needed for adequate patient care in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Educate patients and healthcare workers about medication use, adverse drug reactions, side effects, and contraindications.
  • Manage the day-to-day activities of pharmacy support staff.
  • Interpret and clarify orders for all types of medications.
  • Research and respond promptly to drug information requests.
  • Monitor drug therapies for appropriateness and formulary adherence.
  • Provide therapeutic drug monitoring of targeted medications as applicable.
  • Monitor drug therapy for potential drug-drug, drug-food, and drug-disease interactions.
  • Advise patients, families, and medical staff on medication use, including dosage, side effects, drug interactions, and composition.
  • Directly supervise pharmacy technicians and support staff as required by the Colorado Board of Pharmacy.
  • Prepare or oversee the compounding, labeling, and packaging of sterile or non-sterile medications and pharmaceuticals in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Consult on medication-related issues and assist in coordinating drug utilization programs.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining policies and procedures when warranted.
  • Maintain secure medication storage and records in accordance with manufacturer, state, and federal requirements.
  • Comply with departmental and Denver Health policies and procedures, quality improvement, and safety initiatives.
  • Complete competency standards, including education and training specific to the patient populations and practice site served, and keep job knowledge current.
  • Assist in training pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy interns, pharmacy students, and pharmacy technicians.
  • Attend and participate in departmental meetings, in-services, huddles, and departmental trainings as applicable.
  • Understand patient safety goals and other quality metrics affecting the area of practice.
  • Report and follow up on medication or patient safety issues and resolve problems in ways that improve patient safety and team efficiency.
  • Report adverse drug reactions and medication errors using the organization's event reporting system.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders across the health system regarding patient care and projects.
  • Adhere to and support Denver Health's mission and values and comply with departmental standards of behavior and attendance guidelines.

Desired Qualifications

  • Completion of a postgraduate year one pharmacy residency is preferred.
  • Proficiency with Epic electronic health record software is preferred.

About the Company

Denver Health

Public hospital system providing comprehensive care

Denver Health runs hospitals and clinics in Denver, providing emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and public health programs. Care is coordinated through primary care with referrals to specialists and hospital services within an integrated network that uses shared medical records. It stands out as a large, public safety-net system that serves uninsured and low-income patients and emphasizes care coordination across locations. Its goal is to ensure access to high-quality care for all residents, reduce health disparities, and improve the Denver community's overall health.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Denver, CO
Founded
1860

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