Travel Pharmacist
Wrangell, Alaska
Wrangell Medical Center

Licensure must be unrestricted in any state.

Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED, may be obtained within 1 year of hire).

Completion of a nationally recognized (by ASHP) pharmacy residency program preferred.

To prepare and distribute medications according to Federal and State law, provide patient counseling and education, and to advise the medical, nursing, and village staff on drug therapy.

Select and maintain an appropriate drug inventory.

Formulate and participate in quality improvement activities.

The services directly impact the healthcare of our patients.

Performs in a professional manner, respects confidentiality, and demonstrates qualities endorsed by following the seven Standards for Service Excellence outlined in the SEARHC Human Resources Manual.

Candidates licensed prior to 2003 with a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree will be considered with 3 years of experience in hospital and/or ambulatory clinic pharmacy.

An unrestricted license as a registered pharmacist in any state.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To work efficiently as part of the medical team, it is necessary to be proficient at reviewing the patients medical history, labs, and medications orders using an in-depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical sciences.

Filling prescriptions also requires unerring knowledge of state and federal laws governing the practice of pharmacy.

The Pharmacist must provide care appropriate to the needs of patients of all ages.

Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing to patients and staff.

Must have a working knowledge of computer application skills.

Math skills are required in the accurate calculation of drug dosages both oral and intravenous and to compound formulations.

Ability to work cooperatively within health system and pharmacy staff and exercise sound professional judgment.

Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.

Ability to work independently, set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond quickly to emergency requests.