Respiratory Therapist

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE

Provides a quality level of comprehensive clinical pharmaceutical services demonstrating sound judgment based upon knowledge and application of professional, departmental, and organizational principles and standards.

Demonstrates an ability to coordinate subordinate activities by providing direction and guidance concerning the operational activities of the department.

ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates ability to document clinical activities and interventions such as consults, patient teachings and other patient specific information as defined by policy and procedure.
• Interprets medication orders and/or prescriptions for drug interactions, appropriate drug selection and appropriateness.
• Accurately enters / verifies the order or prescription into the computer system, labels, and dispenses medications in a timely manner.
• Verifies and checks medications prepared by other pharmacy personnel.
• Communicates drug information to patients and health professionals.
• Resolves drug related problems by consulting with other health care professionals to achieve appropriate patient outcomes. Unclear orders written by a licensed provider are clarified with the licensed provider.
• Assists the licensed provider in appropriate drug selection and therapeutic regimens.
• Achieves and maintains an adequate basic knowledge base to provide clinical services for all age groups served. Provides basic clinical services as required by policy and procedure.
• Maintains a working knowledge of automated systems
• Responsible for technician activities, performance, provides direction and guidance as needed.
• Participates in the orientation, instruction and training of pharmacy students and interns, pharmacy technicians, residents, pharmacists and other health professionals. May serve as the Residency Program

Director or Coordinator if applicable to their location.

• Performs duties in documented accordance with requirements of all regulatory and governing bodies.
• Completing mandatory education from a system and department level as appropriate.
• Provides patient counseling and drug information and documentation as appropriate.
• Completes other duties as they are assigned within the scope of their licensure as requested.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Required Licenses and Certifications

• BLS-CPR
• Active State Pharmacist License in good standing with the Washington State Department of Health
• ACLS

Overview

In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.

CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region's most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.

While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!