• Job Description

  Req#: 66091
  Overview
  
  

  To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our
  Mission, and live our Values. These values-integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion -
  must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
  
  As members of a High Reliability Organization (HRO), every employee should practice CHAMP behavior and strive to
  make patient safety a top priority. A pharmacy practice resident is enrolled in an accredited post -graduate training
  practical training program. The program is accredited by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists
  (ASHP) that runs from July through June each year. The pharmacy resident reports to the Clinical Services Manager
  and is coordinated by the Residency Program Director. The resident will abide by all regulations, standards and
  evaluation processes that ASHP mandates for continued accreditation. The pharmacy resident shall provide
  pharmaceutical care consistent with entry level of practice; synthesize an acquired body of knowledge with
  experience gained in order to have a positive impact on patient care and demonstrate the basic skills required to
  execute clinically sound decision making.
  EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.

  
  Responsibilities
  
  

  RESPONSIBILITIES
  1.All patient care responsibilities will be performed consistent with special population -specific criteria and in
  accordance with all hospital policy and procedures.
  2. Drug Therapy Management
  3. In a timely fashion, reviews all medication orders to assure safe, accurate, cost effective drug use.
  Understands patient specific drug therapy management plans and therapy endpoints 1) Performs
  interventional medication use interventions incorporating patient specific data and documenting in appropriate
  patient records 2) Able to evaluate drug regimens and suggest changes or improvements when appropriate.
  4.Prevents, monitors, detects and documents Adverse Drug Reactions and Medication Use Variances
  according to hospital policy
  5.Understands formulary process. Identifies and recommends alternative drugs for requests for non -formulary
  drugs 1) Intervenes in situations in which use of an alternative drug requires understanding of complex
  therapeutic issues.
  6.. Interpretation of Clinical & Pharmacokinetic Lab Data
  7.Demonstrates knowledge of basic pharmacokinetic principles 1) Performs pharmacokinetics calculations.
  8. Recommends drug therapy changes to prescribers, and/or prospectively initiates appropriate dosage
  regimens.
  9. Adjusts dosage regimen based on renal function.
  10. Demonstrates knowledge of basic laboratory values used in therapeutic drug monitoring.
  11.Identifies targeted
  12. Evaluates the effect of current disease states, organ systems functions and other patient specific parameters
  on drug therapies
  13. Problem Identification & Resolution
  14.Communicates and documents problem detection, relevant findings, recommendations, and necessary
  follow-up.
  15. Identifies recurring drug-related problems and suggests a plan for improvement.
  16. Demonstrates effective collaboration skills with patient care team regarding patient management decisions as
  measured by constructive resolution to patient problems, consultation and timely response to all formal
  orders/consults including emergency response.
  17. Interacts confidently, diplomatically and persuasively with patient care team when advising and /or adjusting
  specific treatment/therapy, recommendations or other problem solving activities; takes the initiative to offer
  corrective suggestions and input.
  18. Drug Information
  19. Serves as primary source of drug information to physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals.
  Given any category of drug information request, employ a systematic approach to: 1) Receive and categorize
  requests from health professionals and patients, obtaining all necessary background information related to the
  request 2) Locate and record the answers to requests selecting appropriate textbooks, retrieval systems, and
  primary literature 3) Effectively communicate verbally and in a timely fashion accurate and complete answers
  to the requestor, with written supplementation when indicated 4) Provides for appropriate follow-up and internal
  documentation as required.
  20. Reviews and interprets the literature and applies this information to specific patients' situations.
  21 Relationships with Peers, MD, RN, Patients, Other Health Care Professionals
  22.Understands role as integral member of the health care team: 1) Demonstrates effective oral and written
  communication skills related to assigned responsibilities by keeping staff (peers, support personnel, clinical
  management staff, and patient care team) apprised of progress, concerns, including proposed solutions and
  recommended actions 2) Able to exchange information with patients and their families 3) Becomes an integral
  member of an interdisciplinary team in a practice area.
  23. Leadership and Organizational Ability
  24. Monitors work of support personnel and students, and reassigns tasks as needed: 1) Acts as a student
  preceptor, assisting in learning activities and evaluating progress.
  25. Demonstrates priority-setting in his/her approach to patient care issues.
  26. Provides oral/written feedback to preceptor and rotation specific evaluations, provides self -assessment at
  each rotation
  27. Seeks improvement in methods that assure optimum efficiency and cost effective use of resources.
  28. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, maintains an effective professional working relationship as
  measured by enthusiasm for the role, flexibility under stress, meaningful interdepartmental relations, and
  positive feedback from team members, patients and family members.
  29.Educational Activities
  30. Participates in and contributes to educational forums within the department: 1) Pharmaceutical care
  conference/Journal Club 2) Prepares and presents inservices/CE for pharmacists 3) Prepares and presents
  inservices for technicians
  31.Education of Other Health Care Professionals: 1) Prepares and presents inservices/CE for nurses 2) Lectures
  at Yale University School of Nursing 3) Prepares and presents inservices for physicians
  32. Patient Education: 1) Performs patient counseling
  33.Provides departmental training for peers, students and technicians: 1) Serves as a preceptor to Doctor of
  Pharmacy students from University of Connecticut and other colleges of pharmacy as requested.
  34. Participates in community awareness and outreach programs
  35 Written Professional Activities
  36. Submit material for intra- or inter departmental publication
  37. Completes a self assessment for performance evaluation which includes a career development action plan
  38. Participates in the development of drug related patient educational material
  39. Drug Distributive Activities
  40.Oversees the drug distribution processes, assuring accurate and timely dispensing of medications to patients
  via automated pharmacy systems and centralized dispensing systems

  
  Qualifications
  
  

  EDUCATION:
  Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy with a B.S. or Pharm. D. degree or equivalent experience
  required. Must be eligible for Connecticut pharmacist licensure.

  EXPERIENCE:
  Hospital pharmacy work experience preferred.

  SPECIAL SKILLS:
  This individual should demonstrate knowledge of pharmacology and therapeutics. Excellent communication skills
  and the ability to work with others are required. Experience in teaching and research activities are desirable.

  ACCOUNTABILITY:
  The individual in the position is held accountable to the Residency Program Director for maintaining the highest level
  of professional standards and fulfilling the requirements of the position. Must perform all position responsibilities at a
  meets expectations level or higher and maintain state pharmacist licensure.

  COMPLEXITY :
  In personal and job-related decisions and actions, consistently demonstrates the values of integrity (doing the right
  thing), patient-centered (putting patients and families first), respect (valuing all people and embracing all differences),
  accountability (being responsible and taking action), and compassion (being empathetic).

  The position requires leadership qualities and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbal. This
  individual requires a high degree of planning and discretion in making therapeutic and technical decisions. The
  ability to take construction criticism and instruction are required. Must apply new ideas, knowledge and skill gained
  from experience and education to current situations; and should possess a knowledge of current standards of
  pharmacy practice.

  LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

  Current licensed Pharmacist (PGY2 applicants) and eligible for CT Pharmacy License (PGY1 applicants)

  
  Additional Information
  
  

  Candidates will be selected through the match program through ASHP, this is for the 2025 PGY1/PGY2 Pharmacy Residency Program.

  Benefits effective Day one of employment, will be discussed through the Interview Process.

  “We are unable to accept applicants with F1 status/OPTs and unable to sponsor F1-B visas at this time.”

  
  

  EDUCATION:
  Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy with a B.S. or Pharm. D. degree or equivalent experience
  required. Must be eligible for Connecticut pharmacist licensure.

  EXPERIENCE:
  Hospital pharmacy work experience preferred.

  SPECIAL SKILLS:
  This individual should demonstrate knowledge of pharmacology and therapeutics. Excellent communication skills
  and the ability to work with others are required. Experience in teaching and research activities are desirable.

  ACCOUNTABILITY:
  The individual in the position is held accountable to the Residency Program Director for maintaining the highest level
  of professional standards and fulfilling the requirements of the position. Must perform all position responsibilities at a
  meets expectations level or higher and maintain state pharmacist licensure.

  COMPLEXITY :
  In personal and job-related decisions and actions, consistently demonstrates the values of integrity (doing the right
  thing), patient-centered (putting patients and families first), respect (valuing all people and embracing all differences),
  accountability (being responsible and taking action), and compassion (being empathetic).

  The position requires leadership qualities and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbal. This
  individual requires a high degree of planning and discretion in making therapeutic and technical decisions. The
  ability to take construction criticism and instruction are required. Must apply new ideas, knowledge and skill gained
  from experience and education to current situations; and should possess a knowledge of current standards of
  pharmacy practice.

  LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

  Current licensed Pharmacist (PGY2 applicants) and eligible for CT Pharmacy License (PGY1 applicants)

  
  

  RESPONSIBILITIES
  1.All patient care responsibilities will be performed consistent with special population -specific criteria and in
  accordance with all hospital policy and procedures.
  2. Drug Therapy Management
  3. In a timely fashion, reviews all medication orders to assure safe, accurate, cost effective drug use.
  Understands patient specific drug therapy management plans and therapy endpoints 1) Performs
  interventional medication use interventions incorporating patient specific data and documenting in appropriate
  patient records 2) Able to evaluate drug regimens and suggest changes or improvements when appropriate.
  4.Prevents, monitors, detects and documents Adverse Drug Reactions and Medication Use Variances
  according to hospital policy
  5.Understands formulary process. Identifies and recommends alternative drugs for requests for non -formulary
  drugs 1) Intervenes in situations in which use of an alternative drug requires understanding of complex
  therapeutic issues.
  6.. Interpretation of Clinical & Pharmacokinetic Lab Data
  7.Demonstrates knowledge of basic pharmacokinetic principles 1) Performs pharmacokinetics calculations.
  8. Recommends drug therapy changes to prescribers, and/or prospectively initiates appropriate dosage
  regimens.
  9. Adjusts dosage regimen based on renal function.
  10. Demonstrates knowledge of basic laboratory values used in therapeutic drug monitoring.
  11.Identifies targeted
  12. Evaluates the effect of current disease states, organ systems functions and other patient specific parameters
  on drug therapies
  13. Problem Identification & Resolution
  14.Communicates and documents problem detection, relevant findings, recommendations, and necessary
  follow-up.
  15. Identifies recurring drug-related problems and suggests a plan for improvement.
  16. Demonstrates effective collaboration skills with patient care team regarding patient management decisions as
  measured by constructive resolution to patient problems, consultation and timely response to all formal
  orders/consults including emergency response.
  17. Interacts confidently, diplomatically and persuasively with patient care team when advising and /or adjusting
  specific treatment/therapy, recommendations or other problem solving activities; takes the initiative to offer
  corrective suggestions and input.
  18. Drug Information
  19. Serves as primary source of drug information to physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals.
  Given any category of drug information request, employ a systematic approach to: 1) Receive and categorize
  requests from health professionals and patients, obtaining all necessary background information related to the
  request 2) Locate and record the answers to requests selecting appropriate textbooks, retrieval systems, and
  primary literature 3) Effectively communicate verbally and in a timely fashion accurate and complete answers
  to the requestor, with written supplementation when indicated 4) Provides for appropriate follow-up and internal
  documentation as required.
  20. Reviews and interprets the literature and applies this information to specific patients' situations.
  21 Relationships with Peers, MD, RN, Patients, Other Health Care Professionals
  22.Understands role as integral member of the health care team: 1) Demonstrates effective oral and written
  communication skills related to assigned responsibilities by keeping staff (peers, support personnel, clinical
  management staff, and patient care team) apprised of progress, concerns, including proposed solutions and
  recommended actions 2) Able to exchange information with patients and their families 3) Becomes an integral
  member of an interdisciplinary team in a practice area.
  23. Leadership and Organizational Ability
  24. Monitors work of support personnel and students, and reassigns tasks as needed: 1) Acts as a student
  preceptor, assisting in learning activities and evaluating progress.
  25. Demonstrates priority-setting in his/her approach to patient care issues.
  26. Provides oral/written feedback to preceptor and rotation specific evaluations, provides self -assessment at
  each rotation
  27. Seeks improvement in methods that assure optimum efficiency and cost effective use of resources.
  28. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, maintains an effective professional working relationship as
  measured by enthusiasm for the role, flexibility under stress, meaningful interdepartmental relations, and
  positive feedback from team members, patients and family members.
  29.Educational Activities
  30. Participates in and contributes to educational forums within the department: 1) Pharmaceutical care
  conference/Journal Club 2) Prepares and presents inservices/CE for pharmacists 3) Prepares and presents
  inservices for technicians
  31.Education of Other Health Care Professionals: 1) Prepares and presents inservices/CE for nurses 2) Lectures
  at Yale University School of Nursing 3) Prepares and presents inservices for physicians
  32. Patient Education: 1) Performs patient counseling
  33.Provides departmental training for peers, students and technicians: 1) Serves as a preceptor to Doctor of
  Pharmacy students from University of Connecticut and other colleges of pharmacy as requested.
  34. Participates in community awareness and outreach programs
  35 Written Professional Activities
  36. Submit material for intra- or inter departmental publication
  37. Completes a self assessment for performance evaluation which includes a career development action plan
  38. Participates in the development of drug related patient educational material
  39. Drug Distributive Activities
  40.Oversees the drug distribution processes, assuring accurate and timely dispensing of medications to patients
  via automated pharmacy systems and centralized dispensing systems

• About the company

  Yale New Haven Hospital is a 1,541-bed hospital located in New Haven, Connecticut.

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