Job Description
ESTES PARK HEALTH COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Estes Park Health exists to make a positive difference to the health and well-being of all we serve. Located about 90 miles northwest of Denver, at 7,522 feet above sea level, Estes Park Health sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. As a gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, the adventurous lifestyle Estes Park supplies open endless outdoor opportunities for our staff. We promote a healthy work-life balance to give our staff the time to enjoy the “playground” that is Colorado.
From pediatrics to geriatrics, Estes Park Health supplies a full spectrum of care for our friends, neighbors, and visitors in the entire Estes Park Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park. Today, over 18,000 patients—residents and visitors alike—see our health care teams for both outpatient and inpatient services.
SUMMARY:
Supervises and/or assists in the preparation of medication for administration at EPH, including the maintenance of records to ensure they are provided in a manner to promote patient safety and adequate control and accountability of all drugs, in accordance with the policies and procedures and protocols of EPH and appropriate to meet the standards of the accrediting organization and all State law, rules and regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Utilizes EPIC Pharmacy system accurately and safely, assisting staff and remote pharmacies
- Participates in the development and maintenance of EPH’s formulary to meet the needs of EPH patients
- Participates in meetings as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy
- Provides administration coverage for Director in his/her absence
- Maintains confidentiality of patient/medical staff information
- Communicates new product information to the medical staff, nursing staff and other personnel as may be required
- Maintains that the quality and appropriateness of pharmaceutical services are monitored and evaluated in accordance with the standards of the JCAHO and federal and state laws and regulations
- Participates in the initial orientation and subsequent in-service education, including the provision of appropriate incompatibility information of all personnel involved in the preparation or administration of medications
- Provides drug monitoring services in keeping with the needs of EPH
- Performs or otherwise initiates any other program or service necessary for the service, safety, education or professional provision for the pharmaceutical care of EPH’s patients and staff
- Assist in maintenance of Pyxis system
- Mix IVs and chemotherapies per regulations and P&P’s
- Assists in tracking and investigating incidents and ADEs to review system and process improvement
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor of Science in pharmacy or doctor of pharmacy degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy
- Previous experience in hospital pharmacy or home Infusion
- License in good standing to practice Pharmacy in the State of Colorado
PAY RANGE:
$56.00-$76.16, depending on experience, plus a $5.50 PRN Differential per hour.
BENEFITS:
We offer benefits for PRN employees!
- Retirement plans catered to your needs – all employees (Full Time, Part Time, PRN, Seasonal) are enrolled into our Money Purchase Pension Plan, 401a, which is in lieu of social security contributions. We also offer a 457(b) plan to additional funds to your investments. .
- Employee Assistance Program – A comprehensive program for you and your family member which includes a national provider network for counseling services, life balance services, legal and financial services.
Statement Regarding Initial Application:
In accordance with the Job Application Fairness Act, any applicant filling out this initial application will not need to disclose any age-identifying information. This standard is upheld in any additional documents submitted alongside this initial application. Any resumes, or additional documentation, that have information that would disclose an applicant’s age can be redacted at the applicant’s discretion.
For more information about this opportunity e-mail questions to HR@eph.org.
Equal Opportunity Employer: In compliance with federal law, including the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, EPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in its administration of policies, programs, activities or employment. In addition, EPH does not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
The descriptions above are listed as is at the time of posting and could change as needed at any time in accordance with state, local and federal laws.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Relief, Seasonal work, Local area,