Intern Pharmacist PT16 (P) Job at Kaiser Permanente, Irvine, CA

Nkw1ak1kMCtibVRYNEovQVkvZXpRVklY
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Irvine, CA

Job Description

Job Summary: Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores and distributes pharmacy products. Consults with patients and medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel and patients with medication information and product identification. Essential Responsibilities: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served. Assesses data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance with department policy. Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages and distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies and procedures and acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies and procedures. Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies and sensitivities; documents the information in the patients medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions and warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices and the coordination of medication therapy with diet, according to established policies and procedures. Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary. Evaluates and resolves, according to established policies and procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any and all available sources, including the patient and pharmacy information system. Confers with medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care and treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations and dosage forms, and other factors that might influence the course of treatment and the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy and/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results and cost effective prescribing. Participates in assigned education and training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel and patients. Participates in quality management programs. Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results and cost effective prescribing. Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department. Checks equipment used to prepare and dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel. Maintains work area and equipment in an organized and clean condition; maintains a safe, secure and efficient work environment. Participates in quality management programs. Answers and makes telephone calls, consistent with assigned duties in accordance with telephone access standards. Exemplifies pharmacys mission and the organizations vision by contributing to the heath and satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information and professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, and efficient manner. Performs other duties as required. Special Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location. Kaiser Permanente

Job Tags

Local area,

Similar Jobs

Rosendin

Electrical Lighting Designer II Job at Rosendin

 ...succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder! YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY: The Electrical Lighting Designer II is a mid-level designer responsible for creating marked drawings, model development, and other documents showing equipment... 

Ideal - Flex work

Dishwasher Job at Ideal - Flex work

Job Description Dishwasher Company: Ideal Talent Marketplace Ideal Talent Marketplace is looking for organized and self-motivated team members who are comfortable working in fast-paced environments. Dishwashers are the backbone of the kitchen operation and help...

ARES Corporation

Aerospace Systems Engineer Job at ARES Corporation

 ...Job Description Job Description ARES seeks an Aerospace Systems Engineer to join an engineering team supporting Blue Origin and NASAs Human Landing System (HLS) Program. The selected candidate will perform a range of Systems Engineering tasks, including development... 

Year Up United

Customer Success JOB Training Program Job at Year Up United

 ...job placement services, and personalized coaching and mentorship. Year Up United...  ...During the internship phase, Year Up United students earn an educational stipend of $525 per...  ...Application Development - Banking & Customer Success Get the skills and opportunity you need... 

WakeMed Health & Hospitals

Registered Nurse (RN) Pre Post Job at WakeMed Health & Hospitals

Overview The Clinical Nurse is responsible for providing total comprehensive nursing to patients and their families through the implementation...  ...: Career Ladder - RN I - IV, depending on education and experience Public Service Loan Forgiveness Free Onsite Parking...