Purpose of Position: This class of positions encompasses professional staff, supervisory, clinical and administrative work within a pharmacy department, with varying degrees of latitude for independent initiative and judgment. Health System Pharmacists adhere to Federal, State and local laws and other regulatory requirements regarding pharmacy and institutional practice. There are three (3) Assignment Levels within this class of positions, and all personnel may be required to perform related work. The following are typical assignments within this class of positions. Assignment Level I Under direction, with moderate latitude for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, provides professional pharmacy services in a hospital, clinic or other health care setting.
The following are typical tasks performed at Assignment Level I: Examples of Typical Tasks:
1. Fills prescriptions and patient orders, resolves discrepancies in patient therapy, and follows-up on problems.
2. Utilizes clinical data in evaluating physician orders to ensure appropriate therapy.
3. Provides and documents drug information and patient counseling.
4. Documents interventions, adverse drug reactions (ADRs), and medication errors.