Behavioral Health Clinical Pharmacist

Inova Fairfax Hospital is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Clinical Pharmacist to join the team.

As a Pharmacist you will contribute to the quality and effective operation of the department. To help achieve our mission, you will ensure safe, appropriate, and cost-effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Your ability to oversee all department activities pertaining to the preparation and dispensing of pharmaceutical preparations, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and in compliance with the requirements of the Virginia Board of Pharmacy, is of vital importance. Demonstrating proficiency in information systems (e.g., clinical information systems, automated dispensing systems and vault management systems) is required.

This is a full-time Monday - Friday days/evenings with rotating shifts position.

Sign on Bonus Available

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary.
• Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement matching: dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you contribute.
• Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO hours on your very first day of work.

Job Responsibilities:

• Completes and documents inspections of all assigned medication storage areas monthly.
• Identifies and replaces outdated/unusable drugs as documented on unit inspection forms.
• Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel.
• Verifies the daily activities of Pharmacy Technicians. Participates in the performance appraisal of Pharmacy Support personnel.
• Organizes and prioritizes work assignments. Ensures Pharmacy services are provided in a timely manner as evidenced by lack of complaints.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• One (1) year working in a hospital as a Pharmacist.
• PGY 1 and PGY 2 residency experience required.
• Psych experience or applicable experience preferred.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Pharmacy or Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD).

Certifications:

• Licensed Pharmacist in the state of VA.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.

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