Homeoffice Clinical Pharmacist na Field

All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with VITAS Healthcare Corporation’s policies, procedures, guidelines, contractual commitments and governmental regulations.

·        Manage clinical pharmacy programs according to policies and regulations

·        Review records of patients to determine the appropriateness and cost-effectiveness of medication therapy

·        Evaluate patient’s condition to ensure all issues are being treated

·        Identify untreated health problems and make clinical recommendations to clinicians

·        Develop effective medication plans that minimize the risk of adverse side-effects

·        Consult on dosages, conversion strategies, palliative benefit analysis, etc.

·        Advise on the correct administration of drugs

·        Assess the results of pharmaceutical treatments

·        Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care

·        Keep accurate documentation of medication plans and recommendation adherence

·        Perform related duties as required.  This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Experience:

·        Minimum 3 years of training and practical experience as a hospice/palliative care clinical pharmacist

·        Excellent understanding of pharmaceutical therapy and direct patient care

·        Extensive knowledge of drug administration techniques and alternative routes of administration

·        Aptitude in problem-solving and decision-making

·        Background in cost-effectiveness evaluation is a plus

·        Ability to work on various assignments simultaneously

·        Team player with strong interpersonal skills within all levels of the organization  

·        Ability to navigate within automated systems and proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Teams and Excel

Education:

Professional degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent required.

Certification & Licensure:

Valid, current pharmacy state licensure required.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Ability to work from home or remotely in a quiet, HIPPA-compliant office space.

VITAS® Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth.  As a member of the VITAS team, you’ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.

All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard—find your purpose at VITAS today.

Benefits Include:

- Competitive compensation 
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Insurance
- Roadside Assistance
- Affinity Program

Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.

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