Pharmacy Resident

Job Title: Pharmacy Resident

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Pharmacy Residents

Req #: 0000246538

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $61,689.00 - $61,689.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Receive training in a variety of pharmacy practice settings to meet the educational outcomes & goals set by the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists (ASHP). To develop competence, skills, & application of drug therapy knowledge in providing the broad scope of pharmaceutical services needed in a practice setting. The Resident provides clinical drug information, and distributive services to patients and other health care providers.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited school or college of pharmacy and/or is a currently practicing pharmacist
• Hospital pharmacy experience, preferred
• Must participate in & adhere to the rules of the Resident Matching Program (RMP) process
• Above average communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to the public and health care professionals

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Must have current New Jersey pharmacist intern license
• Must meet New Jersey license requirements prior to entering program

Essential Functions:

• Train in the required pharmacy practice settings for a specified number of weeks as set by the program to meet the core objectives of the program.
• Elect training in other pharmacy practice settings as offered by the program.
• Complete 12 months of training program to meet the program goals as well as the educational outcomes set by ASHP/AMCP prior to receiving certificate of completion.
• Develop & implement a longitudinal residency project under the guidance of residency director, coordinator, preceptors, or project advisors.
• Attend professional & educational meetings/conferences.
• Complete additional projects & activities as required.
• Perform distributive Pharmacy duties in the Main Pharmacy. This includes weekend rotations and identified holidays. (Monitors and assesses patient medication orders for dosage, frequency, drug interaction, duplication, contraindications and appropriateness based on renal function and other pertinent data; Provides drug information as necessary; Dispenses medications with consistent accuracy and in accordance with State and Federal laws; Fills orders for medications accurately and in a timely manner; Maintains and completes all necessary documentation; Handles and maintains controlled substances in accordance with policies, state and federal laws and regulations.)

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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer