Career in Pharmacy Information - Roles and Responsibilities

Informatics Pharmacist

Informatics Pharmacist with advanced clinical expertise needed to work closely with the Director to strategize, implement, and monitor various Pharmacy and CPOE programs to meet the needs of the department, hospital and corporate initiatives. You will be responsible to manage and direct efforts in promoting safe efficacious CPOE and Pharmacy computer systems.

The qualified candidate will have a

BS in Pharmacy and/or a PharmD; post/advanced graduate work a plus; strong Meditech experience; programming experience preferably with CPOE enhancements; healthcare computer systems knowledge; and Licensure by the Virginia Board of Pharmacy or eligibility.

Sayyed - Consultant Pharmacy Automation

Pharmacy Informatics Specialist Job

Summary: Job Summary: Responsible for pharmacy health information system development, implementation and maintenance. Responsibilities also include system design, testing, validation, trouble shooting and user training. Provides clinical support and technical services to provide EHR tools to clinicians so they can provide quality and cost-effective drug therapy to patients. Other duties as assigned. Experience: Ambulatory Pharmacy experience is highly preferred. Three or more years of hospital practice experience is preferred. Education: Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy is required. Licensure: Current licensure as a pharmacist in the state of Wisconsin. 30 CEU biannually; Specialized knowledge: pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug literature review, therapeutic and aseptic technique. Epic Willow certified.


Pharmacy Analyst - IT

Basic Function: The Clinical Information Systems Analyst (Pharmacist/Pharmacy Tech) is responsible for organizing and directing the implementation and support of the MEDITECH Pharmacy module, clinical modules that integrate with, or impact Pharmacy, and other Pharmacy systems (i.e. Pyxis, automated dispensing cabinets). The Analyst shares the responsibility with clinical departments for optimal use of supported systems, including all planning, building, troubleshooting, testing, training and understanding the MEDITECH modules and other hospital software. The Clinical Analyst must be knowledgeable of all Hospital systems and how they relate to each other. Strong communication and process management skills are required. The position must be able to be a team leader and oversee all aspects of implementation and upgrade projects. The position serves as a liaison between IT, Pharmacy and clinical services. The position functions as a consultant to the hospital staff to utilize the system effectively to maximize patient safety and productivity. Hospital Electronic Health Record experience is required, direct experience with MEDITECH is preferred. This position requires schedule flexibility


CLINICAL APP SUPPORT ANALYST

The Clinical Application Support Analyst is responsible for understanding clinical requirements in an operational healthcare setting and translating those requirements into formal specifications for products and services. This includes leveraging capabilities of a clinical information system to re-engineer clinical workflow supporting the use of clinical technologies. The Clinical Application Support Analyst also is responsible for supporting physicians, physician extenders, nurses and ancillary staff in the utilization of multiple clinical information systems that impact their workflow. The Clinical Application Support Analyst uses a strong understanding of physician and/or clinical workflow processes and identifies the impact of a system's functionality on those processes. They will work closely with other members of BayCare Information Services, Nursing Leadership, Medical Staff Services, and Clinical Education. They must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, in addition to strong understanding of clinical workflows and processes.


Informatics Pharmacist - IT Pharmacist Summary of Duties: The Division Pharmacy IT Applications Specialist serves as the primary subject expert for Pharmacy-related applications. Primary responsibilities include the 1) implementation and support of market-wide standardization, utilization, and

optimization activities related to pharmacy IT applications and 2) resolution of complex issues that impact all facilities. The Division Pharmacy IT Applications Specialist coordinates market-wide common dictionary and charge master management, develops education and training materials, manages validation and testing of upgrades, and coordinates the implementation of best demonstrated practices. 3) The Division Pharmacy IT Applications Specialist directs and supports the facility-based Pharmacy IT Applications Specialist in managing the pharmacy applications at their facility.


Clinical Informatics Pharmacist Johns Hopkins Health System employs more than 20,000 people annually. When joining the Johns Hopkins Health System, you became part of a diverse organization dedicated to its patients, their families, and the community we serve, as well as to our employees. Career opportunities are available in academic and community hospital settings, home care services, physician practices, international affiliate locations and in the health insurance industry. Great careers continually advance here. Responsible for coordinating clinical computer system activities through the completion of the Cerner project for the Pharmacy Department and other users affected by pharmacy systems. Duties are driven by application of pharmacy-related clinical expertise to clinical systems' lifecycles from selection to go-live and beyond. Reports to the Director, Clinical and Financial Systems, with a matrixed relationship to Director of Pharmacy that includes providing feedback for the individual's performance evaluation. Minimum qualifications: Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy with 3-5 years of experience in a progressive hospital pharmacy. Must work well with individuals from other healthcare professions. Effective written and oral communications skills are essential. Individuals with pediatric, information systems, and previous hospital experience who have an advanced degree will be given preference.


Epic Pharmacy Informatics Specialist -Pharmacy

Description: The Pharmacy Informatics Specialist, under the direction of the Director of Clinical Informatics, will work closely with Pharmacy Leadership & Clinical Pharmacists, Clinical Informatics Analysts, Clinical Process Facilitator(s), IS Application Analysts, and vendor experts to translate end-user needs into optimal configuration and build of pertinent Horizon Clinical applications (primarily HMM, HEO, HARX, and others as appropriate).

Requirements:

Pharmacist license required. 5-7 years experience. Must obtain Epic certification. Demonstrated excellent knowledge of Horizon Clinical application capabilities and configuration options related to Pharmacy. •Demonstrated excellent customer service / collaboration skills in working with clinical leaders and stakeholders •Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with department colleagues •Demonstrated excellent critical thinking & problem solving skills •Strong interpersonal & verbal communication skills •Solid Knowledge of relationships and interdependencies between applications.


Pharmacist, Automation and Device Specialist

Job Description: Implement and maintain organization wide pharmacy devices and ancillary systems. Devices and systems include, but are not limited to: Omnicell, Carefusion (Alaris), Talyst, Intermec, MILT packaging software and others. Maintain software databases. Develop, modify, test, and debug programs as they relate to device and ancillary systems. Collaborate with Cerner pharmacy resources and other ancillary IS teams for integrated work. Identify and address all production support issues that impact pharmacy operations. Act as liaison for supported vendors. Point person for device enhancements. Participate in pharmacy informatics on-call rotation. Requirements: Required Education/Experience: - Graduation from an accredited School of Pharmacy - Strong Information Technology skills. - Strong project management ideologies and experience leading small to medium projects, end to end. - Experience with interpretation of regulations and implementation, monitoring of systems to meet regulatory requirement such as JCAHO, etc. - Experience training others. - Previous experience with devices and vendors for example: Omnicell, CareFusion, Pyxis, Talyst, Zebra, Intermec, and others. Required Credentials: - Licensed by the Washington State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Preferred: - Strong Cerner Millennium build and/or use experience - Other EMR experience (EPIC, Meditech, other). - Network infrastructure and design (IP assignment, host name resolution, etc) - Interface HL7 experience - Pediatrics experience - At least two years of experience in a hospital pharmacy with demonstration of increasing responsibility, leadership and thorough understanding of pharmacy and hospital operations and organization. - Previous experience with pharmacy software configuration, testing, and implementation. Sayyed - Consultant Pharmacy Automation

Clinical Informatics Pharmacist

Responsible for coordinating clinical computer system activities through the completion of the Cerner project for the Pharmacy Department and other users affected by pharmacy systems. Duties are driven by application of pharmacy-related clinical expertise to clinical systems' lifecycles from selection to go-live and beyond. Reports to the Director, Clinical and Financial Systems, with a matrixed relationship to Director of Pharmacy that includes providing feedback for the individual's performance evaluation. Location: St. Petersburg, FL Minimum qualifications: Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy with 3-5 years of experience in a progressive hospital pharmacy. Must work well with individuals from other healthcare professions. Effective written and oral communications skills are essential. Individuals with pediatric, information systems, and previous hospital experience who have an advanced degree will be given preference.


Clinical Applications Pharmacist

JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Clinical Applications Manager, the Clinical Applications Pharmacist assists with maintaining clinical application systems for outpatient pharmacy services provided by outpatient pharmacy staff. Services include but are not limited to: training, evaluation, design, testing, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of computerized outpatient pharmacy systems. The Clinical Applications Pharmacist is knowledgeable in various aspects of information systems terminology, information systems processing, and desktop solutions. He/She needs to be able to set priorities and work independently. He/She needs to keep abreast of current developments and issues in the practice of Pharmacy Informatics and assist or initiate special projects assigned by the Clinical Applications Manager. The Clinical Applications Pharmacist may perform the duties of Staff Pharmacist as needed. QUALIFICATIONS Licensed to practice Pharmacy in the state of Maryland Certified by the Maryland Board of Pharmacy to provide vaccinations preferably upon hire and required within six months of employment Active CPR certification Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy resulting in a Pharm.D. degree or B.S. Masters Degree in relevant field preferred. Pharmacy Informatics Residency preferred.


Clinical Informatics Analyst

The Clinical Informatics Analyst (CI) will provide application, implementation, technological consultation, and operational support. Responsibilities will include clinical applications which support Inpatient, Outpatient, Emergency Department, etc. and may include different software applications such Meditech, Cerner, Medhost, SIS, and PACS systems. Will play an integral part in the Project Management process with responsibilities to include leadership for designated projects and documentation/support for project development, will participate in clinical meetings with business partners while promoting clinical support and optimization activities. The CI will be responsible for deployment and workflow assessment/improvement for clinical applications as assigned, for basic knowledge of regulatory needs as they relate to clinical documentation and the use of clinical applications such as CMS and HIPAA. Responsibilities will also include resolution of Incident and service requests and on-call support for all clinical applications during designated times as dictated by departmental needs. QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited college with a degree in a clinical field. Bachelors or Master's degree in a clinical field strongly preferred. Current GA license (or ability to obtain license) in clinical field required (RN, Radiology Technician, RCP, or Pharmacist) Minimum of two years' experience within a clinical setting required (five years' experience preferred). Two years of Clinical Informaticist experience is strongly preferred. Preferred experience with Meditech, PACS, and/or Medhost software applications. Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, testing, and training within clinical software while providing proven customer service. Experience working on multiple projects concurrently and experience within PMO project documentation. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Excel, and Visio.


IT Systems Analyst Pharmacist

IT Systems Analyst Pharmacist will be responsible for systems across multiple departments system-wide and requires interactions at all levels of staff and management. An understanding of the interrelationships of health care systems and user functions is required. In this role, you will: Work closely with facility staff, technical staff and various committees to guide implementation and maintenance of clinical systems and be responsible for pharmacy formulary management; investigate, recommend and define customization requirements; and use project planning tools and principals to define implementation tasks. Determine end-user system requirements and provide written ROI analysis of proposed new systems and modifications to existing systems, including costs, benefits, issues, and policy concerns. Assist with development and coordination of acceptance testing scenarios; demonstrate understanding of the interrelationships of company systems. Work closely with Vendors; will support educational and training requirements for end user staff by coordinating vendor training, scheduling and developing formalized current competency requirements; may assist with RFP process. Qualifications: BS in Pharmacy; PharmD preferred. AK licensure or eligibility. 5+ years of pharmacy experience, including system implementations in areas with multiple application systems. Responsible for pharmacy formulary management within clinical information system. Must demonstrate knowledge of drug interactions and dosage calculations. Prior experience in a CPOE environment. Clinical informatics experience. Cerner experience. Expert with PC based productivity tools (e.g. spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail). Familiar with WEB and mainframe based application development tools and other client server based applications design. Pharmaceutical oncology experience strongly preferred.


Manager - Clinical Application Services

Duties Include : •Works with the Division Clinical Specialist team to identify and promote team goals •Coordinates the implementation of division-wide standardization, utilization, integration, and optimization activities related to pharmacy IT applications • In role of clinical applications/Meditech module expert, provides user support and system maintenance for assigned clinical applications for division hospitals • Conducts problem analyses and timely and accurate resolution for complex issues and requests escalated from the division Service Desk or other division or facility service resources regarding pharmacy applications • Works with enterprise subject matter experts and services resources and the enterprise Service Desk in managing resolution of pharmacy application incidents and requests • Participates in root cause analysis as trends in pharmacy issues are identified • Works with facility Senior Analysts and Division Clinical Specialist Team to provide support for module updates and new installations within pharmacy applications across HCA division hospitals • Coordinates division-wide testing for standard modules within pharmacy applications; assists in interpretation of test plans and in troubleshooting • Works with Education Specialist to design and develop base education/training materials in pharmacy to support staff training and continued education • Provides training to division specialists and facility clinical analysts and super users (train the trainer) in pharmacy applications • Works with the Division Clinical Specialist Team to define pharmacy application reporting standards and works with facilities to implement the standards • Performs clinical applications report writing as needed and coordinates priorities for reporting requests with the Division Reporting Analyst and Division Clinical Specialist Team • Actively supports and promotes system standardization, utilization and best practices • Aggregates data from division-level reports • Participates with peers in the other Divisions identifying and evaluating best practices, packaging and promoting cross-division best practice efforts • Identifies, evaluates designs, and packages division best practices, policies and procedures for clinical application implementation and use • Works with facilities to manage/facilitate implementation of standards, best practices, policies, procedures, and utilization plans within pharmacy • Promotes system security and patient confidentiality and helps ensure compliance • Builds the division community in pharmacy applications by establishing and growing strong relationships with super users, core team members, facility clinical analysts, and specialty networks across HCA • Participates in special projects as needed and performs other duties as assigned. • Adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Value Statements Sayyed - Consultant Pharmacy Automation

Pharmacist Informatics

an Informatics Pharmacist primarily responsible for the following: Formulary management. Computerized physician order entry (CPOE) process improvement to reduce the likelihood of medication errors. Reviewing and programming standard order sets. Developing drug usage policy programs, and implementing pharmacy-related functionality in the EMR. Serving as a liaison between informatics and clinical and operational pharmacy services. Collaborating with Oncology pharmacists on Beacon Support as needed. Weekly rotating pharmacy staffing duties. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree with preferably Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and 1-2 years of previous job-related experience (preferably 3-5 years of previous job-related experience) to include hospital pharmacy experience and knowledge of health information systems. You must also be a Registered Pharmacist with preferably ACLS (Advanced Cardio Life Support Certified), CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support certifications. LUMC provides competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefits package and a number of amenities on campus to ensure a quality working experience. Please apply via the following link (cut and paste in browser if needed) and please note that we can respond to only those candidates most closely meeting our qualifications:


Pharmacy Informatics Coordinator

Position Summary: Provides Information Services support for the Pharmacy Department as it relates to specified software utilized within the department. Responsible for regulatory compliance, system project builds, interface builds, hardware maintenance, database maintenance, and charge master maintenance. Trains users on PC's and module software applications. Implements system interfaces and programming through coordination with the Information Services Department. Analyzes and generates reports, standard and specialized, on significant data to include auditing of charges, quality indicators, and resource utilization. Performs the duties of a staff pharmacist and other miscellaneous duties as assigned. Qualifications: Master of Science, Doctor of Pharmacy degree, or Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy, with current license from the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy. Must possess 1 -2 years work experience as an analyst, programming or clinical provider, or have work experience with automated dispensing machines, and anesthesia work stations. Any equal combination of education and experience may be considered. Previous pediatric pharmacy practice is preferred but not required. Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills. Must convey confidence when dealing with end-users in a polite, courteous fashion......often in stressful situations. Must demonstrate positive guest relations when dealing with fellow employees, parents, patients and vendors. Must demonstrate a strong dedication to quality end-user service and a sensitivity to end-user needs. Must be able to train pharmacists and technicians on all shifts. Sayyed - Consultant Pharmacy Automation

FormularyManagement& Pharmacy Informatics Specialist

Description Cooperates with pharmacy leadership, medication use process owners, physicians, nursing, staff, and other care givers by effectively applying evidence based, drug information formulary management principles and information technology to optimize medication use and patient safety throughout the medication use process. Additional Job Summary for Formulary Management & Pharmacy Informatics Specialist I: Assists in coordinating and maintaining Formulary Management and Pharmacy Informatics Services for Hawaii Region that positively impacts all aspects of pharmaceutical care. Additional Job Summary for Formulary Management & Pharmacy Informatics Specialist II: Coordinating and maintaining Formulary Management and Pharmacy Informatics Services for Hawaii Region that positively impacts all aspects of pharmaceutical care. Essential Functions: Pharmacy Informatics • Identifies areas for improvement and suggests solutions, and collaborates to resolve system or application problems. • Assesses medication-use systems for vulnerabilities to medication errors and implements medication-error prevention strategies. Essential Functions for Formulary Management & Pharmacy Informatics Specialist I: Formulary Management • Develops, with Supervisor's review and oversight, plans and coordinates the region's drug utilization management initiatives in accomplishing regional strategic goals and financial targets. • Prepares, with peer review and oversight, drug monographs for Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Serves on the Formulary Subcommittee, as required. Proactively identifies drug products and classes for Formulary review. Facilitates the Formulary Management process. • Assists with planning, coordinating, and publishing revisions and publications of the Regional Drug Formulary. Pharmacy Informatics • Participates, with review and oversight, in database maintenance related to medication use management process to accurately reflect current practice and agreed upon content per the Formulary Management team. Quality Assurance • Coordinates, with review and oversight, with appropriate Operations and Clinical Managers and Supervisory staff and technician staff in the performance of all automation or information technology system activities including performance of quality assurance measurements. Additional Essential Functions for Formulary Management & Pharmacy Informatics Specialist II: Formulary Management • Plans and coordinates Formulary Management to align with region's drug utilization management initiatives to accomplish regional strategic goals and financial targets. • Prepares drug monographs for Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Serves on the Formulary Subcommittee, as required. Proactively identifies drug products and classes for Formulary review. Facilitates the Formulary Management process. • Plans, coordinates, and publishes revisions and publications of the Regional Drug Formulary. • Maintains drug information and formulary databases, library references and electronic networks. Pharmacy Informatics • Participates in database maintenance related to medication use management process to accurately reflect current practice and agreed upon content per the Formulary Management team. Quality Assurance • Coordinates with appropriate Operations and Clinical Managers and technician staff in the performance of all automation or information technology system activities including performance of quality assurance measurements. • Performs quality assurance activities to insure system integrity and compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: • Three years as registered pharmacist. • Graduate from an accredited pharmacy college recognized by the American Council of Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE). • Completion of an emergency contraception training course approved by the American Council of Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE), curriculum-based programs from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy, applicable state or local health department programs, or programs recognized by the board of pharmacy. • Valid Hawaii Pharmacist license (must meet education requirement(s) for Hawaii State licensure). • Licensed pharmacists who have completed a PGY1 residency OR PGY2 residency OR Pharmacy Fellowship OR licensed pharmacists who have not completed a PGY1 residency but must demonstrate mastery of the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and abilities expected of one who has completed a PGY1 residency and have a minimum of three years of pharmacy practice experience. • Ability to safely handle and/or prepare compounds such as chemotherapeutic agents, biologicals or other medications. • Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in word processing, spreadsheet, database and Internet PC applications. • Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in oral communication, written communication, interpersonal relations, customer service, group process facilitation, problem solving, and conflict resolution. Additional Basic Qualifications for Formulary Management & Pharmacy Informatics Specialist I: • Participated in information technology related projects. • Demonstrated knowledge of related federal, state and local regulations and accreditation requirements including TJC standards and NCQA Utilization Management standards. Additional Basic Qualifications for Formulary Management & Pharmacy Informatics Specialist II: • PGY2 informatics residency may be considered in lieu of experience requirements. • Two years information technology, automation, and drug information experience. • Demonstrated mastery of the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and abilities involved in technology related projects. • Demonstrated successful application of related federal, state and local regulations and accreditation requirements including TJC standards and/or NCQA Utilization Management standards. Preferred Qualifications: • Epic applications experience, preferably EpicRx and/or Epic inpatient • Pharmacy dispensing and distribution systems and processes experience • Clinical pharmacy practice experience • Drug formulary management and drug utilization management experience • Drug procurement, distribution and storage, and drug recalls, shortages and medication alerts experience • Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from a school recognized by the American Council of Pharmaceutical Education • Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) by the Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties (BPS) Additional Preferred Qualifications for Formulary Management & Pharmacy Informatics Specialist I: • Automated dispensing machine and bar coding technology, functionality and work flows experience. Additional Preferred Qualification for Formulary Management & Pharmacy Informatics Specialist II: • Automated dispensing machine, bar coding, and/or smart pump technology, functionality and work flows experience.


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