As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500160 Pharmacy SMH Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCE 219 Compensation Range: $131,300.00 - $170,438.00 _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ **Responsibilities:** GENERAL PURPOSE Approves the ordering of medications for patients treated in the outpatient setting. Oversees and directly contributes to compounding, preparation and dispensing of medications for patients in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations for Pharmacy practice. Provides supervision of Pharmacy Technicians when assisting in medication preparation and dispensing activities as defined by NYS Laws and Regulations. Assumes additional clinical and/or project responsibilities for the department. Trains and educates new staff and learners. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** + Follows departmental and hospital policy and procedures related to dispensing of medications. Assists in creating and/or reviewing policies or Standard Operating Procedures for practice area. Dispenses medications accurately and in a timely manner. Independently resolves problem medication orders appropriately and in a timely manner. Identifies issues and potential safety risks, offering recommendations and solutions for improvement. Processes/validates medication orders utilizing current information system technology to create and maintain accurate patient profiles. Directs the work of technicians to ensure appropriate workflow as required. Checks all products requiring a pharmacist approval prior to dispensing. Participates in departmental Q/A processes, such as reporting and following up on medication incidents, reconciling MARs, reporting medication adverse events and errors, etc. Seeks opportunities to engage in quality committees or projects. + Develops or participates in a clinical practice by interacting with physicians, nurses, other health care professionals, and patients as a member of an interdisciplinary team on patient care units. Guides and recommends appropriate medication use. Participates in focused clinical initiatives as defined by the department. Identifies or participates in clinical practice changes focused on improved patient care and safety, utilizing experience and advanced training to provide guidance and input for future practice strategies. Participates in Medication Use Evaluations, clinical guideline development, or research projects when appropriate. Monitors assigned patient populations for clinical progress, including renal/hepatic function, culture results, and other applicable laboratory tests. Recommends adjustments to therapy as necessary. Documents clinical activities and interventions on a regular basis. Supports patient teaching initiatives, identifying opportunities and performing teaching and documentation tasks when needed. + Serves as a clinical/operational resource for other pharmacists in primary area of practice. Independently and thoroughly resolves problems with appropriate and direct communication to all pertinent staff in a clear and concise manner. Identifies patient care problems or safety concerns and does not pass on problems to the next shift without exhausting reasonable attempts at resolution and communicating progress. Provides leadership to the team when needed, resolving staffing resource issues, conflict resolution, service recovery, and appropriate communication across shifts and to managers when appropriate. Provides feedback and detailed communication to managers or direct supervisor when resolving issues and collaborates with other managers when solution is beyond his/her expertise or authority. + Provides training, mentorship and feedback for evaluating Level 1 and 2 Pharmacists, as well as other trainees, including technicians as needed. Contributes to Pharmacy PGY1 Residents training as assigned. Contributes to the training of pharmacy students for IPPE and APPE rotations. Other duties as assigned. **MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE** + Bachelor's degree of Science degree in Pharmacy and 3 years of progressive and relevant experience and responsibility in the acute care pharmacy practice environment required or + PhD required + Or equivalent combination of education and experience **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES** + Residency training preferred + Board Certification in practice area preferred **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS** + LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech New York State Pharmacy License or eligibility required + PHARM-R - Registered Pharmacist required **EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:** The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. 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One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals At the University of Rochester, we commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.