• Job Description

  Req#: REQ_00176819

  We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

  At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

  This job monitors and evaluates drug therapy for appropriateness based on the patient’s health status, institutional criteria/guidelines, and cost efficient measures; assumes responsibility for the management of pharmacy services to assigned areas for the goal of improving patient outcomes; provides drug information to health care personnel; participates with appropriate medical team on patient care rounds; precepts pharmacy students and residents; and provides in-services/education to pharmacy and other health care providers when appropriate.

  Education

  Required – Graduate of an accredited School/College of Pharmacy, PGY1 Residency in Pharmacy Practice

  Preferred – PG21 Residency in Pharmacy Practice

  Certifications

  Required – Licensed to practice pharmacy in the State of Louisiana, or eligible for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state

  Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

  • Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
  • Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to exhibit good clinical experience in specialty as well as leadership/teaching skills.
  • Ability to understand the distributive process of the Pharmacy within 45 days from hire.
  • Ability to travel to offsite locations as required.
  • Ability to work flexible schedule as needed such as nights, evenings, weekends, etc.

  Job Duties

  • Performs patient assessment and care.
  • Conducts Pharmacoeconomics.
  • Educates staff, students, patients, health care providers and other health care professionals.
  • Mentors residents, students and new staff to meet departmental goals.
  • Assumes responsibility for professional development and continued education.
  • Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
  • Other related duties as required.

  The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

  Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

  This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

  The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

  Physical and Environmental Demands

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Must be able to stand or walk for extensive periods of time during the day (up to 16 hours).

  Ability to work with standard pharmacy equipment.

  Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

  
  The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

  There is potential to encounter hazardous medications and hazardous waste.

  Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

  Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

  Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

  Individuals who reside in and will work from the state of Colorado are not eligible for remote work position.

  Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

  We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. These protections extend to applicants and all employment related decisions. View the EEO is the Law poster and its supplement , as well as the pay transparency policy for more information.

  Affirmative Action Policy Statement

• About the company

  Ochsner Medical Center, historically also known as Ochsner Clinic, Ochsner Hospital, and Ochsner Foundation Hospital, is a hospital in Jefferson, Louisiana, a short distance from the city limits of New Orleans.

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