Pharmacist IT- Full-Time, Toms River, NJ

Job Overview:

The IT Pharmacist is responsible for managing technology related equipment, information systems, processes and compliance for the pharmacy department as well as supporting the provision of pharmaceutical care to all patient age groups (including geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric and neonatal patients).

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor s or doctorate degree in Pharmacy.
• Current New Jersey State license as Registered Pharmacist in good standing.
• Minimum three (3) years of hospital pharmacy experience required.
• Experience with clinical informatics, EPIC, automated dispensing cabinets, and automated inventory carousel technology preferred.
• Familiarity with all phases of hospital Pharmacy and a working knowledge of public health matters, as well as, Federal and State laws regulating the professional and hospital practice of Pharmacy.
• Understands the role of the Hospital Pharmacy Department within the hospital and its interrelationships with other departments and functions.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft applications preferred.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, 9:00 5:00 each day
• Days to work
• FT

Essential Functions:

• Provides guidance, training, support and on-going maintenance of information systems related to the provision of pharmaceutical care.
• Assists with project planning, installation, testing and maintenance of new pharmacy-related information systems.
• Manages policies related to information systems and other areas as designated in collaboration with leadership.
• Serves as a frontline resource for all Pharmacy employees.
• Assists Director and Assistant Director in meeting the mission and vision to promote patient safety, formulary compliance, cost-effective practice, teamwork, productivity, and positive patient outcomes.
• Actively participates with external departments at the local and system level to support optimizing patient care and best practice.
• Provides leadership and direction to Pharmacy team members especially as related to use of information system/technology.
• Promotes positive relations and actively contributes to a positive work environment.
• Plans efficient and effective utilization of resources.
• Assists in planning, monitoring, and maintaining budget in functional area of department.
• Participates in on call Pharmacy Administrator responsibilities.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer