Supv- Pharmacy/PHAR

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Department: Pharmacy - General Position is located: Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Work Type: Full Time Hours Per Week: 36.00 Work Schedule: Variable Summary: Under the general supervision of the Director of Pharmacy and Operations, the pharmacy supervisor is responsible for the training, supervision, and coordination of daily tasks performed by pharmacy personnel. While maintaining duties as a Clinical Pharmacist as needed to support staffing, the Supervisor will assist in with inventory control, provide communication to interdisciplinary partners on medication related matters, and manage other aspects of the clinical service provided by the Pharmacy Department. Responsibilities: + Develops, implements, and maintains the Pharmacist staffing schedule + Coordinates the orientation training program and associated competencies for new pharmacy employees + Assists pharmacy leadership with the dissemination of information both internally and externally to the department as required + Supports other pharmacy leadership team members in the preparation of the department budget as well as short and long term strategic planning + Collaborates with nursing, medical staff and other department managers to ensure pharmaceutical services are optimized for all patients ranging from newborns to the elderly. + Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures; assists with development and implementation of projects and programs to accomplish established department goals. + Provides coverage as a clinical pharmacist - Generalist for the department, as necessary. + Utilizes knowledge and understanding of underlying operational issues to provide assistance and support to the Director of Pharmacy and Operations Manager in administrative problem solving, project planning and management, and development and execution of department programs and projects. + Either provides direct oversight or assists in the supervision of pharmacy technician personnel to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medications to patient care areas. + Leverages software and technology within the department to minimize chances of medication errors and provide for efficient medication delivery + Other Duties as assigned Other Information: Experience: + Minimum of 2 years' experience in Hospital Pharmacy Competencies and Skills + Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan. + Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation. + Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved. + Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others. Credentials + Required Registered Pharmacist Education + Required Doctoral degree Working Conditions + Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people. + Potential exposure to hazardous materials. + Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable. + Potential exposure to noxious odors. + Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures. + Work with computers, typing, reading or writing. + Lifting, moving and loading less than 20 pounds. + Prolonged periods of sitting. + Prolonged periods of standing. + Prolonged periods of walking. Position Supv- Pharmacy/PHARLocation Req ID null