Pharmacist - CMMC Inpatient - Nights

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!

Position Summary:

This position reports to the Director of Pharmacy. The Staff Pharmacist must have a
Pharmacy degree from an accredited Pharmacy School, and be licensed in the State of
Maine or the ability to obtain that specific state license.
The Staff Pharmacist fills medication orders/prescriptions, monitor patient medication
therapies, counsel patients, document interventions, provide drug information, and
supervise and direct support team members. In the absence of a pharmacy supervisor or
director, a staff pharmacist may be required to assume the essential responsibilities and
perform the duties of the pharmacy supervisor.
The Staff Pharmacist will enhance professional relationships with all departments, team
members, and patients. Communicate effectively to promote clinical initiatives, provide
patient care and education, and promote pharmacy initiatives. The Staff Pharmacist will
provide pharmaceutical care for patients of all ages: from infancy through
geriatric. Maintain a professional presence throughout the hospital. Assure pharmacy
services and activities are carried out to meet goals and standards of CMH.

Essential Duties:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interprets medication orders/prescriptions (verbal and written) and enters to
computerized patient medication profiles accurately
• Prepares and dispenses medications per orders/prescriptions written by licensed
prescribers according to established policies and procedures
• Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals, including sterile, chemotherapy, and
parenteral nutrition products accurately
• Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as
required by law
• Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel. Verifies the activities of
pharmacy technicians including medication preparation and use of Automated
Dispensing Cabinets
• Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective medication therapies for patients
according to established policies, procedures, protocols, and national guidelines
• Monitors drug therapy regimens for allergies, contraindications, drug-drug
interactions, drug-food interactions, drug-laboratory test interactions, adverse drug
reactions, appropriateness of drug and dose, and therapeutic duplications
• Supports the pharmacy’s pharmacoeconomic efforts and Antimicrobial
Stewardship program
• Provides drug information, clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners.
Suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff as
needed

o Documents interventions accurately and appropriately

• Provides drug information to patients and their families
• Assists with purchasing activities and maintenance of adequate inventory level
• Inspects medication areas for outdated medications, proper storage of
medications, proper medication administration records, and availability of
reference materials
• Accepts and completes special duties to be performed on a regular
basis. Examples include controlled substance accountability, record-keeping and
reconciliation; crash cart inspection; quality assurance reporting; newsletter
contribution and other special projects
• Participates in the development and presentation of orientation, education, and
training programs to the pharmacy, medical, nursing, and other staffs
• Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, and quality
improvement programs

o Maintains all required training and education per department requirements

• Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Complies with all
requirements related to risk management, safety, security, fire, and infection
control. Complies with all applicable state, local and federal regulations

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains safety-integrity-professionalism of pharmacy at all times
• Perform other duties and special projects as requested
• Provides courteous, cooperative, and timely service to patients, visitors, and team
members
• Fosters a team environment by working cooperatively with all team
members. Voices concerns and suggestions to appropriate persons in a positive
manner.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of patient, visitor, and team member information
• Wears hospital badge identification while on duty.
• Meets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean. Is conscientious in
regard to personal hygiene.
• Treats patients and families with respect and dignity. Assures confidentiality of
patient records.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other
departments.
• Assists in the resolution of problems or concerns while being a supportive team
member.
• Consistently strives to promote great customer service in all aspects of the job.

Education and Experience:

• Current license to practice Pharmacy in state and maintains all required CE
• Graduate of college of Pharmacy accredited by ACPE or equivalent
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred
• Training and proficiency in age specific therapies for hospital patients

o Neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize
• Pharmacist skills
• Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience
Standards

I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment
I am actively listening and seeking information
I am honest, truthful, and consistent
I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy
I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate
I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork
I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways

CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.