Russell Tobin is seeking a Pharmacist for one of the largest pediatric hospitals in the US located in Austin, TX.
Job Title: Pharmacist
Location: Austin, TX 78717
Job Type: Contract
Est. Start Date: December 2nd, 2024
Length: 4-Months (with the potential to extend or convert to permanent employment)
Hours: 6:30pm-7:00am- Variable 10-12 Hr. Shift / Variable Night Shift and Weekend Rotation. 40 hours/week
Pay Rate: $70 - $75 per hour
Summary:
To promote pharmaceutical care by managing the medication process, identifying and preventing potential drug-related problems, and resolving actual drug-related problems. Additionally, to perform the duties of a registered pharmacist as defined by the Organization. All responsibilities will be performed in a manner developmentally appropriate for the ages of patients served (0-adult).
Duties:
- Ensures the appropriateness of all medication doses in reference to the patient’s diagnosis, weight/body surface area, allergies, and drug interactions as evidenced by lack of medication incidents.
- Accurately enters medication orders in computer as evidenced by lack of medication incidents.
- Ensures the medications the patient receives are correct as documented by lack of dispensing errors file.
- Ensures medication orders are processed and doses are delivered within established guidelines as evidenced by peer review or by the lack of medication incident/customer complaint.
- Follows aseptic technique and infection control in the preparation of sterile products. Insists technicians and other pharmacists practice aseptic technique and infection control. Completes annual re-certification and scores at least 90% on
- the aseptic technique/infection control skills and written exam as documented by a qualified observer.
Skills:
- Ensures the appropriateness of all medication doses in reference to the patient’s diagnosis, weight/body surface area, allergies, and drug interactions as evidenced by lack of medication incidents.
- Accurately enters medication orders in computer as evidenced by lack of medication incidents.
- Ensures the medications the patient receives are correct as documented by lack of dispensing errors file.
- Ensures medication orders are processed and doses are delivered within established guidelines as evidenced by peer review or by the lack of medication incident/customer complaint.
- Follows aseptic technique and infection control in the preparation of sterile products. Insists technicians and other pharmacists practice aseptic technique and infection control. Completes annual re-certification and scores at least 90% on the aseptic technique/infection control skills and written exam as documented by a qualified observer.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree or Ph.D in Pharmacy required
- RPH certification from the state of Texas required
- 2+ years hospital staff pharmacist experience required (Pediatric experience preferred)
- 40 hours of training in compounding sterile products accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education or the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists preferred
Required Skills:
Benefits that Russell Tobin offers:
Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.
Apply Today! If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to rob.vanriet@russelltobin.com for immediate consideration.
