POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Medical Science Liason
Company name: Octapharma USA
Location: Hoboken, NJ
Company Contact: Tom Schleis, MS, RPh

Medical Science Liason

Reports to: Tom Schleis, Medical Affairs Manager

Position Responsibilities:

Drug Safety

Perform duties of Deputy Drug Safety Officer

Generate Case Safety Report Forms for spontaneously reported adverse drug reactions

Receive and file adverse drug reaction reports and supporting documentation

Generate MedWatch reports from CIOMS reports for US reporting

Review Reconciliation Reports and compare against adverse drug reaction files

Generate summary reports as necessary

Medical Affairs

Triage medical information requests to appropriate individual(s) for response

Respond to medical information requests

Develop templates for common medical information requests

Maintain medical information files

Generate summary reports as necessary

Establish and maintain a medical journal / article library

REPLY TO -
Tom Schleis, MS, RPh
Medical Affairs Manager
Octapharma USA
7925 Cabrini Drive SE
Port Orchard, WA 98367

Response preference: by postal mail
Posting Date: 10/07/2008

Staff Pharmacist
Company name: Coram-An Apria Healthcare company
Location: Spokane, WA
Company Contact: Sarah Stohr
Phone: 720-568-3452
Fax: 720-568-3439
Email: sstohr@coramhc.com

We currently have an excellent part time opportunity at our Spokane, WA Branch.

Perform all daily pharmacy operational duties under supervision, and provide quality products and services to infusion therapy patients.

Provide technical and clinical information and communicate monitoring results to patients, nurses and physicians regarding contents, utilization, therapeutic actions, possible adverse reactions or interactions of drugs.

Requires a BS in Pharmacy or a PharmD from an accredited college or university, current WA license, CPR certification, and IV infusion experience from a hospital or home infusion background.

REPLY TO - Sarah Stohr
Western Region Recruiter
Coram Healthcare
12450 E. Arapahoe Rd., #A1
Centennial, CO 80112
720-568-3452 phone
720-568-3439 fax
sstohr@coramhc.com

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/06/2008

Clinical Support Liasion
Company name: Coram-An Apria Healthcare company
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Company Contact: Sarah Stohr
Phone: 720-568-3452
Fax: 720-568-3439
Email: sstohr@coramhc.com

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will act as the front line clinical contact for existing accounts and provide the highest level of customer service possible. Using your clinical and basic sales skills, you will maintain and grow the profitability of assigned accounts; market new services, therapies and products to referral sources; resolve questions and problems, and coordinate services to reinforce Coram’s top quality image.

As the Branch’s clinical liaison, you will conduct inservices and continuing education programs for referral sources and their support staff; promote other Coram programs, including quality assurance, contractual agreements, reimbursement policies, infusion center connections, local and national networks, etc.; and facilitate communication between branch staff and referral sources.

Requirements
We require a current UT RN license and at least two years of IV-related experience working independently, preferably in a home setting. A valid Driver’s License and appropriate auto insurance coverage required.

REPLY TO - Sarah Stohr
Western Region Recruiter
Coram Healthcare
12450 E. Arapahoe Rd., #A1
Centennial, CO 80112
720-568-3452 phone
720-568-3439 fax
sstohr@coramhc.com

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/06/2008

Pharmacy Manager
Company name: Coram
Location: Redmond, WA
Company Contact: Sarah Stohr
Phone: 720-568-3452
Fax: 720-568-3439
Email: sstohr@coramhc.com

Assumes complete responsibility for management of the pharmacy department. Monitors all activities necessary to provide for the effective daily operation of the pharmacy department, providing quality products and services to infusion therapy patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations, policies and procedures, and accrediting body standards.

Maintains all legally required records.

Directs pharmacy operations and coordinates all departmental activities.

Coordinates all pharmacy activities including inventory management, compounding, dispensing and clinical monitoring activities.

Ensures that the pharmacy department is run in a cost-effective manner.

Maintains Power-of-Attorney, controls receipt and disposition of controlled substances to comply with federal and state regulations.

Conducts regular clinical meetings and provides in-services to multi-disciplinary team members. Functions as a staff pharmacist, if required.

Establishes and maintains clinical monitoring procedures to comply with policy and practice standards. Manages, recruits, hires and retains pharmacy staff.

Manages personnel issues for pharmacy department, coordinating staff schedules, on-call coverage, performance evaluations and exit interviews.

Actively participates in branch meetings.

Develops and adheres to a realistic pharmacy budget.

Limits risk management and safety exposure in the pharmacy.

Works cohesively with all managers.

Drives Performance Improvement activities.

Drives the Primary Case Management Model (PCMM) in daily interactions through the delegation of non-cognitive activities such as (but not limited to) lab tracking to support personnel, ordering only clinically necessary and cost effective labs and facilitation of positive patient outcomes with patients, nursing agencies, Coram nursing and other healthcare providers.

Drives corporately sponsored initiatives including but not limited to Best Demonstrated Practices (BDPs), Staffing models, new processes and PCMM.

Works harmoniously with Sales to drive quality enhancement and cost reduction in patient care. Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages subordinate managers who supervise several other employees in the business office and clinical departments. The number of subordinates will vary depending on the size of the branch.

Directs, coordinates, and evaluates the branch and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelors Degree (BS) in Pharmacy or a PharmD. from an accredited college or university, plus a minimum two years IV experience in an IV alternate site environment or equivalent work experience. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients, nurses and physicians.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical interference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical and clinical situations.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical and/or clinical instruction/data in mathematical or diagram form and with several abstract and concrete variables.

Current license for state(s) practice.

Current CPR certification required if involved with direct patient contact.

Good oral and written communication, good organizational plus interpersonal skills.

Ability to maintain a leadership role.

Computer knowledgeable.

REPLY TO - Sarah Stohr
Western Region Recruiter
Coram Healthcare
12450 E. Arapahoe Rd., #A1
Centennial, CO 80112
720-568-3452 phone
720-568-3439 fax
sstohr@coramhc.com

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/06/2008

Branch Manager
Company name: Coram
Location: Redmond, WA
Company Contact: Sarah Stohr
Phone: 720-568-3452
Fax: 720-568-3439
Email: sstohr@coramhc.com

Plans, manages, directs and controls the efficient, cost effective, high quality operation of the branch office to provide home and alternate site health care services. Manages costs and direction of the administrative, nursing, and pharmacy and meeting or exceeding annual established revenue growth, clinical and service quality, customer satisfaction, cash flow and profit contribution goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Builds a high quality, service-oriented branch team through recruitment, training, succession planning and development of branch personnel.

Manages all service area department managers to include delegation of day-to-day decision making to department heads, resolves cross-functional problems, and coaches/counsels managers.

Drives a strong service orientation to enable the team to respond to fast-changing needs of clients.

Develops branch budget. Analyzes revenue, profit, and inventory budgets to monitor performance to budget. Works with staff to continually develop and implement ideas for delivering higher quality, more cost-effective services.

Facilitates compliance with local and federal regulations, accrediting body standards, and corporate SOPs.

Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages subordinate managers who supervise several other employees in the business office and clinical departments. The number of subordinates will vary depending on the size of the branch.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelors Degree in a business or clinical discipline, plus a minimum of five years experience in healthcare with an established track record of growing profitable revenue. Equivalent combination of related education and work experience may be substituted. Valid driver’s license. Knowledge of regulations and legal requirements governing the industry. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

REPLY TO - Sarah Stohr
Western Region Recruiter
Coram Healthcare
12450 E. Arapahoe Rd., #A1
Centennial, CO 80112
720-568-3452 phone
720-568-3439 fax
sstohr@coramhc.com

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/06/2008

Nurse Manager
Company name: Coram-Apria Healthcare
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Company Contact: Jeff Battinus
Phone: 847-553-2115
Email: jeff.battinus@coramhc.com

Nurse Manager- Albuquerque

Responsible for the financial and operational management of the nursing department. Ensures the effective daily operation of nursing by monitoring all activities necessary to provide quality care, products and services to infusion therapy patients and/or other nursing patients.

For the state of Texas only: The Nurse Manager is equivalent to Administrator as defined by the state’s staffing qualifications and conditions

Responsible for the financial goals for the nursing department by directing nursing operations as defined in the primary case management model with respect to primary nursing management/assignments, territory management and the ongoing analysis of patient/therapy caseload mix and visit frequencies per patient and per nurse, by therapy.

Responsible for management of the Nursing Resource Tactical Plan, including development of strategic agency relationships, agency assessment and management, contract development, in-service education and exploration of available nursing resources, both internal and external.

Utilizes a flexible staffing ratio of full-time, per diem and agency nurses to maximize departmental efficiencies and effectiveness.

Reviews nursing activity reports to ensure accuracy. Researches variances and develops appropriate action plans when indicated to reach budget/goals. Participates actively in the monthly branch performance and review meetings.

Establishes specific job expectations by using the job description and the performance appraisal form and communicates these expectations to the employee.

Manages staffing for the nursing department, coordinating staff schedules, vacation requests and on-call coverage, to ensure appropriate coverage of patient visits.

Conducts annual performance appraisals on employees to evaluate their performance and provide direction to maintain and/or improve future performance.

Ensures nursing department compliance to all Coram policies and procedures, as well as all applicable state and federal regulations.

Monitors all performance improvement indicators and any risk management activities as they relate to nursing and/or the overall branch operations.

Participates in branch meetings and development of nursing component of branch budget.

Assists with product and supply ordering, with respect to patients and their therapies within the guidelines established for preferred product purchases.

Participates in local/national chapters of professional nursing organizations and promotes staff participation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages subordinate managers who supervise several other employees in the business office and clinical departments. The number of subordinates will vary depending on the size of the branch. Directs, coordinates, and evaluates the branch and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Associates or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or school of nursing, based on state requirements. Three years of acute care experience and home care combined and a minimum of one year of supervisory experience. Current RN license in state(s) of practice, current CPR certification, valid driver’s license.

For further inquiries please contact Jeff Battinus at jeff.battinus@coramhc.com or via telephone at 847-553-2115

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/02/2008

Pharmacist
Company name: Coram-Apria Healthcare
Location: Novi, Michigan
Company Contact: Jeff Battinus
Phone: 847-553-2115
Email: jeff.battinus@coramhc.com

Staff Pharmacist-Novi

Coram Specialty Infusion Services, an Apria company is currently seeking a Registered Pharmacist with aspirations to possibly lead a team to join our expert team in Novi, Michigan. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking for a closed door pharmacy environment free of the hassles associated with retail pharmacy, or the schedule of a hospital environment. Coram offers competitive wages, and a comprehensive benefit package that rivals any infusion competitor.

Coram is a national provider of home infusion services and specialty pharmacy distribution with more than 80 branch locations across the country. Our nurses, pharmacists, dietitians and other clinical staff are known in the industry for providing a superior level of personalized care to thousands of home and infusion suite IV patients every day, including those with complex therapy needs.

Perform all daily pharmacy operational duties under supervision, and provide quality products and services to infusion therapy patients. Provide technical and clinical information and communicate monitoring results to patients, nurses and physicians regarding contents, utilization, therapeutic actions, possible adverse reactions or interactions of drugs.

Requires a BS in Pharmacy or a PharmD from an accredited college or university, current RPH license, CPR certification, and IV infusion experience from a hospital or home infusion background.

For further inquiries please contact Jeff Battinus at jeff.battinus@coramhc.com or via telephone at 847-553-2115

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/02/2008

Infusion Pharmacist (Flexible Schedule)
Company name: Coram-Apria Healthcare
Location: Ft. Wayne, Indinia
Company Contact: Jeff Battinus
Phone: 847-553-2115
Email: Jeffrey.battinus@coramhc.com

Staff Pharmacist/Part Time/Full Time or Per Diem

We are currently seeking Staff Pharmacist for a; Part Time, Full Time or Per Diem position. The position's hours and days are flexible, and a job share is possible.

Coram Specialty Infusion Services, an Apria company is currently seeking a Registered Pharmacist to join our expert team in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking for a closed door pharmacy environment free of the hassles associated with retail pharmacy, or the schedule of a hospital environment. Coram offers competitive wages, and a comprehensive benefit package that rivals any infusion competitor.

Coram is a national provider of home infusion services and specialty pharmacy distribution with more than 80 branch locations across the country. Our nurses, pharmacists, dietitians and other clinical staff are known in the industry for providing a superior level of personalized care to thousands of home and infusion suite IV patients every day, including those with complex therapy needs.

Perform all daily pharmacy operational duties under supervision, and provide quality products and services to infusion therapy patients. Provide technical and clinical information and communicate monitoring results to patients, nurses and physicians regarding contents, utilization, therapeutic actions, possible adverse reactions or interactions of drugs.

Requires a BS in Pharmacy or a PharmD from an accredited college or university, current RPH license, CPR certification, and IV infusion experience from a hospital or home infusion background.

For further inquiries please contact Jeff Battinus at jeff.battinus@coramhc.com or via telephone at 847-553-2115

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/02/2008

Infusion Pharmacist
Company name: Coram-Apria Healthcare
Location: Crown Point, Indiana
Company Contact: Jeff Battinus
Phone: 847-553-2115
Email: Jeffrey.battinus@coramhc.com

Coram Specialty Infusion Services, an Apria company is currently seeking a Registered Pharmacist to join our expert team in Crown Point, Indiana. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking for a closed door pharmacy environment free of the hassles associated with retail pharmacy, or the schedule of a hospital environment. Coram offers competitive wages, and a comprehensive benefit package that rivals any infusion competitor.

Coram is a national provider of home infusion services and specialty pharmacy distribution with more than 80 branch locations across the country. Our nurses, pharmacists, dietitians and other clinical staff are known in the industry for providing a superior level of personalized care to thousands of home and infusion suite IV patients every day, including those with complex therapy needs.

Perform all daily pharmacy operational duties under supervision, and provide quality products and services to infusion therapy patients. Provide technical and clinical information and communicate monitoring results to patients, nurses and physicians regarding contents, utilization, therapeutic actions, possible adverse reactions or interactions of drugs.

Requires a BS in Pharmacy or a PharmD from an accredited college or university, current RPH license, CPR certification, and IV infusion experience from a hospital or home infusion background.

For further inquiries please contact Jeff Battinus at jeff.battinus@coramhc.com or via telephone at 847-553-2115

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/02/2008

Infusion Pharmacist
Company name: Coram-Apria Healthcare
Location: Lenexa, Kansas
Company Contact: Jeff Battinus
Phone: 847-553-2115
Email: jeff.battinus@coramhc.com

Coram Specialty Infusion Services, an Apria company is currently seeking a Registered Pharmacist to join our expert team in Lenexa, Kansas. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking for a closed door pharmacy environment free of the hassles associated with retail pharmacy, or the schedule of a hospital environment. Coram offers competitive wages, and a comprehensive benefit package that rivals any infusion competitor.

Coram is a national provider of home infusion services and specialty pharmacy distribution with more than 80 branch locations across the country. Our nurses, pharmacists, dietitians and other clinical staff are known in the industry for providing a superior level of personalized care to thousands of home and infusion suite IV patients every day, including those with complex therapy needs.

Perform all daily pharmacy operational duties under supervision, and provide quality products and services to infusion therapy patients. Provide technical and clinical information and communicate monitoring results to patients, nurses and physicians regarding contents, utilization, therapeutic actions, possible adverse reactions or interactions of drugs.

Requires a BS in Pharmacy or a PharmD from an accredited college or university, current RPH license, CPR certification, and IV infusion experience from a hospital or home infusion background.

For further inquiries please contact Jeff Battinus at jeff.battinus@coramhc.com or via telephone at 847-553-2115

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/02/2008

Home Infusion RN
Company name: Coram-Apria Healthcare
Location: North Suburbs, Illinois
Company Contact: Jeff Battinus
Phone: 847-553-2115
Email: jeff.battinus@coramhc.com

Coram is a national provider of home infusion services and specialty pharmacy distribution with more than 80 branch locations across the country. Our nurses, pharmacists, dietitians and other clinical staff are known in the industry for providing a superior level of personalized care to thousands of home and infusion suite IV patients every day, including those with complex therapy needs.

We currently have this excellent opportunity at our Mount Prospect, IL Branch that will cover the Far North and North Shore Suburban areas.

Provide primary patient care for a specified caseload, including assessments, care planning, evaluation and education of patients receiving infusion therapy in accordance with care matrices and best practices in the home or alternate site setting. Initiate and maintain all communications with care team members, including pharmacists, physicians, dietitians, home patient representatives and community resource staff members.

Requirements

Requires a current IL RN license, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or school of nursing. BSN preferred. Current CPR certification and valid Driver’s license for IL required. Must have 1-2 years of IV related experience. INS, ONS or ASPEN certification preferred. High tech IV skills and knowledge.

For further inquiries please contact Jeff Battinus at jeff.battinus@coramhc.com or via telephone at 847-553-2115

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 10/02/2008

Pharmacist In Charge
Company name: East Georgia Home Health & Infusion Therapy
Location: Statesboro, GA

SALARY RANGE - 70.00-90.00 per hour (10 hrs guarenteed)

DESCRIPTION - New home IV therapy business looking for a PIC. guaranteed 10/hrs pay (per week)whether you work or not. This will be part time and hopefully soon grow into full time position. Flexible scheduling, gas and or milage provided.

REPLY TO - julie@egahh.com, 912-230-2476

Response preference: by email
Posting Date: 10/01/2008

Pharmacy Coordinator (Home Infusion)
Company name: Good Samaritan Hospital
Location: Kearney, NE

At Good Samaritan, you can really make an impact!

Good Samaritan Hospital is a 287-bed regional referral center and a member of Catholic Health Initiatives. Located in thriving Kearney, Nebraska, we offer the ambiance of a smaller community with the technology found in larger cities!

Pharmacy Coordinator (Home Infusion)

Selected individual will work Monday-Friday coordinating pharmaceutical care to home infusion patients and serving as a resource to homecare staff, patients and community members. Doctor of Pharmacy degree and two years clinical experience are required.

Located in the heart of the state, Kearney is a growing city that offers the finest in entertainment, relaxation and culture while maintaining the best traditions and methods of the past. In this family friendly community, Kearney schools provide excellent educational opportunities, along with personal attention to each child. Our medical care and government services are among the best available. For more information on Kearney, visit: http://www.kearneycoc.org.

Apply online at: www.gshs.org

You may also contact us at: 800-658-4250 for more information.

A drug screen and background check are required. EOE, M/F/V/D

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 09/25/2008

Clincial Pharmacist
Company name: Geisinger VITALine Infusion Pharmacy Services
Location: Danville, PA

Provides efficient, accurate, and safe home infusion therapy products to patients in a manner that is consistent with high quality standards of a professional registered pharmacist and in compliance with accrediting and regulatory boards. Provides on call pharmacist services. Performs duties to provide the highest level of patient care and maximize customer satisfaction.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of science degree in pharmacy from an accredited college and current licensure by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy required. Minimum of three years experience in intravenous therapy in a hospital or home infusion setting within the last five years required. Must complete requirements for continuing education credits as mandated by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy and maintain a current Pennsylvania pharmacist license. Prior experience with computers and infusion software preferred. Experience in assessment, care planning, and clinical monitoring of home infusion patients preferred.

REPLY TO - Louise Baran RN BSN MSN
Director
Geisinger VITALine Infusion Pharmacy Services
109 Woodbine Lane
Danville, PA 17822
1-800-245-8767
ltbaran1@geisinger.edu

Response preference: by email, by postal mail
Posting Date: 09/19/2008

Director of Infusion and Specialty Pharmacy for Providence Home and Community Services
Company name: Providence Health and Services
Location: Portland, OR

As a Director of Infusion and Specialty Pharmacy for Providence Home and Community Services, you'll work in a role that will enable you to have a direct impact on patient's lives. You'll lead the largest specialty pharmacy in the state of Oregon, work with some of the newest technology on the market in a state-of-the-art facility, and live in one of the most desirable city's in the US. Requirements include a Masters degree in business or related healthcare field preferred. Current Oregon Pharmacist License.

Providence Health & Services is rated, not only as one of the best employers in Oregon, but is a national award winning health system that extends across a five-state area - from Alaska through Washington, Montana, Oregon, and into Southern California. The system employs more than 47,000 employees, operating 27 acute care hospitals, and more than 35 non-acute health care facilities, as well as physician clinics, health plans, and numerous other health and education services.

Providence Home and Community Services provides care and support to individuals at all stages of life through skilled nursing facilities and home services. With special emphasis on fragile children, frail older adults, and people who have been diagnosed with a serious illness, we work to ensure that people are safe and nurtured wherever they are in life. The Director of Specialty Pharmacy for Providence Home and Community Services works in a collaborative role teaming with physicians on offering excellence in patient care. If you would be interested in bringing your leadership experience in pharmacy to this exciting role, you can investigate the position further or apply online by visiting our career site at www.providence.org and searching on position #35412 or contacting our Executive Recruiter, contact details below.

Posting Date: 09/15/2008

Home Infusion Pharmacy Sales and Marketing
Company name: General Home Pharmacy, Inc.
Location: Westlake Village, CA

General Home IV Pharmacy is looking for an Experienced Home Infusion Pharmacy Sales and Marketing individual to call on Hospitals and physicians, the individual must have existing base of Home Infusion referral business for immediate production and sales.

General Home IV Pharmacy has been in compounding pharmacy business since 2000, concentrating on sinusitis patented compounded medication (Sinus Dynamic), which is used with aerosol nebulizer for treatment of sinusitis.

It is a very exciting moment for our new Home Infusion department. Please visit us at www.GeneralhomeIVpharmacy.com to learn more about us.

As a result of our success we are expanding our pharmacy and starting the new Home Infusion (IV) department. We are looking for an individual that is experienced in IV, Home Infusion and Injectable sales and marketing business.

This position is to expand our sales force in Southern California.

I am interested in speaking with you; please forward your resume to kambiz@ghprx.com

Response preference: by email
Posting Date: 09/09/2008

Pharmacy Home Infusion Manager, FT, days; Abington, Pennsylvania
Company name: Abington Memorial Hospital
Location: Abington, PA

Abington Memorial Hospital is a 570-bed community teaching hospital and comprehensive regional health center with a level II trauma center located in the Philadelphia suburbs.

Some other interesting facts about us:

Recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in PA,” 2007 by Team Pennsylvania Foundation, the state Department of Community and Economic Development, the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, and the Central Business Journal

One of the busiest hospitals in the Delaware Valley

First acute care hospital in the Philadelphia area to earn Magnet designation!

More than 5,000 employees, including over 2,000 nurses

Perioperative Services has a diverse caseload, including bariatrics and robotic surgeries

24 OR suites

20,000 OR cases/year

Largest maternity hospital in the Delaware Valley with more than 4,800 births per year

Over 96,000 people are treated annually in our emergency trauma center

Education dollars available each year

Excellent benefits

On-site childcare available

Abington Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Under the direction of the Director of Pharmaceutical Services, you will be responsible for:

Organizing, coordinating and evaluating the clinical and financial practice activities of the Home Infusion Department

Provision of home infusion services to patients of all ages

Shared responsibility to implement service lines to meet organizational growth plan and community needs

Supervising clinical practice to ensure adherence to department standards and procedures

Maintaining and meeting accreditation standards for the Home Infusion Department

Requirements:

3-5 years of home infusion pharmacy experience with 1-3 years at managerial level in home infusion

Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy and Bachelor of Science degree required; PharmD and/or MBA preferred

Current PA licensure as a Registered Pharmacist

Current driver’s license

Knowledge of the specialty area and of home care practices and techniques

We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, sick time, vacation and holiday pay, tuition assistance, direct deposit, credit union, an on-site child care facility and more! Apply online at www.amh.org or forward resume to: Amy Taylor O’Brien, Manager, Recruitment and Retention, Abington Memorial Hospital, 1200 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001; aobrien@amh.org; fax: 215-481-4289. EOE

Response preference: by email, by fax, by postal mail
Posting Date: 09/04/2008

Pharmacist (Home Infusion) 10779
Company name: Walgreens - OptionCare
Location: Billings, MT
Company Contact: Al Carter

Pharmacist – Home Infusion Pharmacy

OptionCare, a wholly owned subsidiary of Walgreens, specializes in providing comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic conditions in their homes, ambulatory treatment centers and physician offices. Its services include intake coordination, benefits and reimbursement support, medication fulfillment and administration, compliance and patient education, one-on-one care and customer service. Skilled nurses and pharmacists are accessible 24/7 to deliver and managed complex infusion and injectable therapies from more than 100 OptionCare home infusion and specialty pharmacies in 35 states. OptionCare's services also include respiratory therapy and home medical equipment at some locations.

Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is the nation's largest drugstore chain with fiscal 2007 sales of $53.8 billion. The company operates 6,252 drugstores in 49 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Walgreens provides the most convenient access to consumer goods and cost-effective health care services in America through its retail drugstores, Walgreens Health Services division and Walgreens Health and Wellness division. Walgreens Health Services assists pharmacy patients and prescription drug and medical plans through Walgreens Health Initiatives Inc. (a pharmacy benefit manager), Walgreens Mail Service Inc., Walgreens Home Care Inc., Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy LLC and SeniorMed LLC (a pharmacy provider to long-term care facilities). Walgreens Health and Wellness division includes Take Care Health Systems, which is comprised of: Take Care Consumer Solutions, managers of 172 convenient care clinics at Walgreens drugstores, and Take Care Employer Solutions, managers of worksite-based health and wellness services at more than 370 employer campuses. Through these growing services and its drugstores, Walgreens plans to keep people healthier and more productive through 10,000 points of care by 2012.

Responsibilities

Compound and dispense prescribed drugs, medications, and other pharmaceuticals for patient use

Ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations

Review prescriptions to ensure accuracy and determine required formulas and ingredients

Answer patient questions as to drug side effects, interactions, and proper dosage

Manage the use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of medication administration equipment and medication-related equipment used in the management of home care patients

Participate in on-call responsibilities of the pharmacy department

Comply with accreditation, legal, regulatory, and safety requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science or PharmD degree in pharmacy from accredited program, clinical curriculum preferred

Licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Montana

Experience in infusion pharmacy strongly preferred

1+ years of supervisory or staff management experience

Evidence of strong leadership and supervisory skills

REPLY TO - All interested applicants can apply online using Requisition #10779 at www.walgreens.com.

Response preference: by email
Posting Date: 08/20/2008

Pharmacist - Per Diem
Company name: Amerita
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Responsible for evaluating and monitoring drug therapy relative to the total needs/problems of the home care patient in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals

Adheres to organization policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with all applicable state & federal laws and regulates governing pharmacy practice

Adheres to all appropriate standards of accreditation. Actively participates in quality assurance activities

Coordinates and facilitates new referrals/admissions through collaboration with nurses, customer service and distribution

Reviews, receives/verifies all new patient orders and documents the same on the respective order form

Assists the physician and other healthcare professionals involved in planning and implementing patient care in the home to ensure safe and effective drug therapy

Conducts and documents initial and ongoing assessment of specific patient, drug and disease information to identify real and potential drug-related problems or needs

Assists the physician and nursing staff in setting therapeutic objectives for drug therapy and establishing parameters for monitoring the safety and efficacy of drug therapy

Monitors the outcomes from drug therapy by collecting, evaluating and interpreting the results of laboratory data, clinical data and other pertinent patient information

Communicates the results of therapeutic drug monitoring activities to the physician, nursing and other appropriate persons

Provides consultation and answers inquiries from patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding drugs and their use

Maintains thorough and appropriate documentation in the patient/client record of all clinical activities and communication with patients, physicians and other healthcare professionals

Participates in the preparation of progress reports for the referring physician on a regular, periodic basis

Processes and checks all medications, supplies and equipment prior to dispensing from the pharmacy

Maintains pharmacy records in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations

Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy by reviewing the literature and attending in-services, seminars and conferences

Required to work on-call evenings and weekends on an as scheduled basis

Performs other tasks or special projects as requested by management

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

A minimum of two years recent experience in an acute-care setting or one year recent experience in home infusion therapy

Experience with compounding infused drugs

Must have a proven record of evaluating and monitoring drug therapies for home care patients

Good organizational and time-management skills

Participation and membership in professional societies and organizations is desirable

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education/Licenses/Certificates required:

BS in Pharmacy and a Registered Pharmacist License in state employment required. A PharmD is preferred

A minimum of two years recent experience in an acute-care setting or one year recent experience in home infusion therapy

For more information on this opportunity, please submit your resume and salary history in confidence to smckaig@ameritaiv.com.

Response preference: by email
Posting Date: 08/08/2008

Pharmacist
Company name: Amerita
Location: Chattanooga, TN

Responsible for evaluating and monitoring drug therapy relative to the total needs/problems of the home care patient in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals

Adheres to organization policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with all applicable state & federal laws and regulates governing pharmacy practice

Adheres to all appropriate standards of accreditation. Actively participates in quality assurance activities

Coordinates and facilitates new referrals/admissions through collaboration with nurses, customer service and distribution

Reviews, receives/verifies all new patient orders and documents the same on the respective order form

Assists the physician and other healthcare professionals involved in planning and implementing patient care in the home to ensure safe and effective drug therapy

Conducts and documents initial and ongoing assessment of specific patient, drug and disease information to identify real and potential drug-related problems or needs

Assists the physician and nursing staff in setting therapeutic objectives for drug therapy and establishing parameters for monitoring the safety and efficacy of drug therapy

Monitors the outcomes from drug therapy by collecting, evaluating and interpreting the results of laboratory data, clinical data and other pertinent patient information

Communicates the results of therapeutic drug monitoring activities to the physician, nursing and other appropriate persons

Provides consultation and answers inquiries from patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding drugs and their use

Maintains thorough and appropriate documentation in the patient/client record of all clinical activities and communication with patients, physicians and other healthcare professionals

Participates in the preparation of progress reports for the referring physician on a regular, periodic basis

Processes and checks all medications, supplies and equipment prior to dispensing from the pharmacy

Maintains pharmacy records in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations

Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy by reviewing the literature and attending in-services, seminars and conferences

Required to work on-call evenings and weekends on an as scheduled basis

Performs other tasks or special projects as requested by management

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

A minimum of two years recent experience in an acute-care setting or one year recent experience in home infusion therapy

Experience with compounding infused drugs

Must have a proven record of evaluating and monitoring drug therapies for home care patients

Good organizational and time-management skills

Participation and membership in professional societies and organizations is desirable

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education/Licenses/Certificates required:

BS in Pharmacy and a Registered Pharmacist License in state employment required. A PharmD is preferred

A minimum of two years recent experience in an acute-care setting or one year recent experience in home infusion therapy

For more information on this opportunity, please submit your resume and salary history in confidence to smckaig@ameritaiv.com.

Response preference: by email
Posting Date: 08/08/2008

Nurse Manager
Company name: Amerita
Location: Dallas, Texas
Company Contact: Sherri McKaig
Email: smckaig@ameritaiv.com

Plans, coordinates, provides and evaluates home care services to patients.

Ensures the clinical soundness of the assessment and proper delivery of services to patients within the Home Care setting.

Ensures provision of all covered services identified in the treatment plan.

Provides continuous evaluation of the effectiveness of treatment through ongoing assessment of the patient.

Interacts with area service providers on a daily basis to conduct assessment of patients selected by the hospital for care and who have been referred to Amerita.

Communicates timely with the discharge planner/ social worker to coordinate needed Home Care services on patients that have been referred to Amerita.

Effectively communicates with agency staff, medical team, patients, and family.

Effectively Communicates with Marketing Staff and Development of Educational and promotional programs. Maintains a professional image.

Participates and attends required inservices.

Requirements:

Licensed Nurse in the state of practice with 2-3 years of experience in the Home Care setting.

Home Infusion experience preferred

Must posses management problem solving and organizational skills.

Must possess strong clinical skills.

For more information on this opportunity, please submit your resume and salary history in confidence to smckaig@ameritaiv.com.

Response preference: by email
Posting Date: 08/08/2008

Pharmacy Manager/Clinical Pharmacist
Company name: Altius Healthcare
Location: Yuma, Arizona
Company Contact: Cassie Ashby
Phone: 800-531-2469
Fax: 928-708-0288
Email: cashby@cableone.net

Option Care of Arizona is seeking a Pharmacy Manager (full-time) for it's new specialty infusion branch in Yuma, Arizona. Position scope includes supervision of all aspects of pharmacy services and implementation of policies and procedures in order to provide safe and appropriate patient care. Must be willing to use management and clinical skills to benefit the company in its efforts to demonstrate prominence and leadership in the infusion services market. Excellent written/verbal communication skills required. PharmD, infusion experience, and/or managerial experience preferred. Full benefits with relocation package offered.

REPLY TO - Cassie Ashby by email at cashby@cableone.net or by telephone at 800-531-2469.

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 08/07/2008

Pharmacy Manager - Home Infusion
Company name: Owens Healthcare
Location: Redding, CA

Since 1957, Owens Healthcare has been committed to being a premier provider of innovative healthcare solutions in the areas of infusion services, medical equipment, respiratory services, and retail pharmacy. We are located in beautiful Redding, CA just minutes away from Whiskeytown Lake, Lassen National Park, and Mt. Shasta.

We are currently searching for a dynamic individual to lead our pharmacy team and manage operations. The successful candidate will have strong written, verbal and customer service skills, and previous Home IV/Infusion Pharmacy experience. A current CA Pharmacist license is required.

Owens Healthcare offers a competitive wages, a complete benefits package, vacation/sick leave, matching 401(K) Plan, Section 125 Plan, education reimbursement, great work schedule (M-F), and more.

For more information regarding this position or other pharmacist career opportunities, please contact us at (530) 229-1135 or e-mail: hr@owenshealthcare.com

Visit us online at www.myowens.com.

Response preference: by email
Posting Date: 07/24/2008

Director of Specialty Pharmacy for Providence Home and Community Services
Company name: Providence Home and Community Services
Location:
Company Contact: Fiona Gladden
Phone: 503-215-4163
Fax: 503-215-4770
Email: fiona.gladden@providence.org

As a Director of Specialty Pharmacy for Providence Home and Community Services, you'll work in a role that will enable you to have a direct impact on patient's lives. You'll lead the largest specialty pharmacy in the state of Oregon, work with some of the newest technology on the market in a state-of-the-art facility, and live in one of the most desirable city's in the US.

Requirements include a Masters degree in business or related healthcare field preferred. Current Oregon Pharmacist License. Providence Health & Services is rated, not only as one of the best employers in Oregon, but is a national award winning health system that extends across a five-state area - from Alaska through Washington, Montana, Oregon, and into Southern California. The system employs more than 47,000 employees, operating 27 acute care hospitals, and more than 35 non-acute health care facilities, as well as physician clinics, health plans, and numerous other health and education services.

Providence Home and Community Services provides care and support to individuals at all stages of life through skilled nursing facilities and home services. With special emphasis on fragile children, frail older adults, and people who have been diagnosed with a serious illness, we work to ensure that people are safe and nurtured wherever they are in life. The Director of Specialty Pharmacy for Providence Home and Community Services works in a collaborative role teaming with physicians on offering excellence in patient care. If you would be interested in bringing your leadership experience in pharmacy to this exciting role, you can investigate the position further or apply online by visiting our career site at www.providence.org and searching on position #35412 or contacting our Executive Recruiter, contact details below.

Regards,

Fiona Gladden
Executive Recruiter-Oregon
503-215-4163 (Tel)
503-215-4770 (Fax)
fiona.gladden@providence.org

Response preference: by email, by phone
Posting Date: 07/22/2008

Manager, Infusion
Company name: Duke HomeCare & Hospice
Location: Durham, NC
Email: www.hr.duke.edu/jobs

In compliance with Duke HomeCare & Hospice's philosophy, goals, policies, mission and vision, the Manager of Infusion Services is responsible for managing the provision of infusion services, operational effectiveness and efficiency of the delivery of pharmaceutical services to patients. This responsibility includes management responsibilities for operations of infusion services, human resources, staff development and policy development and performance improvement

JOB RELATIONS: Responsible to: Director of Patient Services, Infusion. Position. Directly Supervises: Distribution Center Supervisor, Operations Pharmacist, Clinical Pharmacists, Patient Supply Coordinators, Team Assistants

MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS:

Responsibilities include:

Management
1. Manage, supervise and coordinate infusion services care responsibilities.
2. Informs the Director of Patient Services of the ongoing needs and accomplishements of the department.
3. Ensures that reports required by regulatory agencies are prepared and submitted within established timeframes.
4. Participates in certification, accreditation, and audit procedures, keeping abreast of local and State laws affecting pharmacy practice and home care regulations.
5. Responsible for chairing the Performance Improvement Program for Infusion Services .
6. Develops and implements policies and procedures supporting the department's mission and strategically planning for the department's future relative to the vision and mission of the organization.
7. Performs other administrative tasks as determined by the Director of Patient Services.

Financial
1. Monitors on-going revenue and expenses for the Pharmacy Department.
2. Submits financial reports to the Director of Patient Services as required.
3. Works collaboratively with other members of the management team in providing cost-effective and efficient operations.
4. Understands billing, reimbursement, case management, and other third party payor requirements/implications for pharmacy products and services.

Personnel
1. Supervises and participates in the timely and competent provision of:
. Patient intake and assessments
. Patient care coordination
. Drug compounding
. Dispensing and distribution activities (including obtaining prescription, generating labels, and completing monitoring activities)
. Clinical monitoring services
. 24 hour on-call
. Fulfillment of all required documentation activities
. Assessing and providing infusion equipment and supplies to patients.
. Other functions necessary to provide patient care.

2. Oversee the appropriate hiring of staff for infusion services.
3. Ensure that orientation, staff training and development programs are in place and provided to all staff.
4. Ensure systematic evaluation of staff performance.
5. Ensure personnel policies and procedures are followed and monitored.

Planning
1. Assist the Director of Patient Services in developing and implementing annual department volume statistics.
2. Assists in identifying and implementing new therapy services in conjuntion with clinical staff of DUMC.
3. Establish and implement processes to assure the integration/coordination of all disciplines in providing day to day patient care services.

Performance requirements:
1. Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy and intravenous therapy by reviewing literature and attending inservices, seminars, and conferences.
2. Demonstrates knowledge of pharmacy services and familiarity with state and federal regulations affecting home infusion programs and alternate site operations.
3. Provide effective leadership and management of non-profit, health care organizations.
4. Effectively participates with staff in the accomplishment of organizational goals.
5. Demonstrates extensive knowledge, understanding and ability to work with multi-health systems.
6. Displays excellent communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be make to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy required. A Doctorate in Pharmacy or a Masters of Science Degree in Pharmacy preferred. Current licensure as a registered pharmacist in the state of North Carolina required. A minimum of three years of recent experience in an acute-care setting or one year of recent experience in home infusion therapy with progressive management responsibilities is required. Experience and strong knowledge base in intravenous admixture services and intravenous drug therapy is required, as well as good organizational and time-management skills. Membership and participation in professional societies and organizations is desirable. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

REPLYTO - view the job posting and apply online at www.hr.duke.edu/jobs to Req# 400211418 or send resume to jennifer.henderson@duke.ed

Response preference: by email
Posting Date: 07/07/2008

Clinical Pharmacist
Company name: Altius Healthcare
Location: Prescott, Arizona
Company Contact: Cassie Ashby
Phone: 928-708-0025
Fax: 928-708-0288

DESCRIPTION - Beautiful Prescott, Arizona based pharmacy seeking clinical pharmacist. Option Care of Arizona is an independently owned infusion pharmacy located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with patients, nurses, and physicians. Job duties include nutirion support, pharmacokinetics, sterile compounding, and in-servicing. Excellent written/verbal communication skills required. PharmD and/or IV therapy experience preferred. REPLYTO - FAX resume to 928-708-0288, attn: Cassie or call 928-708-0025 to discuss position.
Response preference: by fax, by phone
Posting Date: 07/07/2008