Division Director of Medical Safety - West Florida
Location: Largo Florida
Description: Supply Chain - West Florida is at the momment seeking for Division Director of Medical Safety - West Florida right now, this position will be placed in Florida. More complete informations about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES
- The Division Director of Medication Safety is responsible for medication safety and quality activities at all HCA facilities within the division to include but not limited to: standardization of
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- Licensed pharmacist
- Work will be performed in an office environment. Minimal
medication management practices, ensure regulatory compliance, implementing national quality agenda related to
medication management, development of medication safety programs, staff development/education. Provides support
for all medication management and quality initiatives at facilities, centralized order entry center and consolidated
pharmacy.
SUPERVISOR
â€" Division Director of Pharmacy
SUPERVISES
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Develops and manages the division Medication Safety Improvement Plan
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Works with multidisciplinary groups at the corporate, division and facility level to ensure key quality initiatives are
in alignment with organizational priorities
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Develops an! nual pharmacy quality business plan in conjunction with corpor! ate clinical services group, division
leadership and clinical pharmacy group to ensure adequate budgetary support for medication safety programs
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Serves as an internal consultant on medication/patient safety and quality standards related to medication
management (ie. TJC, CMS, NQSF, IHI and FDA standards)
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Identifies and facilitates medication safety improvement projects. Ensures that ongoing operational improvements
reflect medication safety best practices and/or address actual and potential system vulnerabilities.
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Manages data reporting and information related to medication safety, including medication events and ADRs.
Reviews and trends reported medication occurrences to identify and resolve potential system vulnerabilities.
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Provides supporting documentation, “white papers†or other information as needed facilitate implementation of
medic! ation safety/medication use best practices
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Manages the division Pharmacy Performance Improvement Plan (Quality KPI). Ensures ongoing measurement and
improvement of operations.
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Ensures appropriate and safe use of pharmacy technology including IV pumps, Order Entry Systems and Pharmacy
Automation
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Maintains effective communication with facility directors and leadership teams on quality initiatives
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Assists in preparation and implementation of facility and COE policy and procedures as needed
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Participates in education, research and other professional activities including precepting pharmacy students and/or
residents
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Develops and maintains electronic medication safety/quality site on company network
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Manages division-wide pharmacy staff development/competency, training, and continuing education processes! in
collaboration with the Division Director of Clinical Pharm! acy Services
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Completes quarterly medication safety newsletter
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Contributes to a culture of safety. Models optimal behavior and encourages others to participate in safety initiatives
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Oversees Division Medication Safety Subcommittee
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Attends meetings and participates in committees including facility medication safety and quality meetings, Division
Quality Director and CNO Council Meetings, HCA Corporate Quality Clinical Advisory, and others as required.
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Other duties as defined by DDOP
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Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct†philosophy and “Mission and Value Statementâ€
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
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Knowledge â€" Has thorough knowledge of medications and clinical pharmacy activities.
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Organization â€" proactively prioritizes needs and effectively manages resources
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Communication â€" Able to communicate (verbal and written) clearly and effectively to other health care providers
including pharmacists, physicians and nurses. Fosters team environment by providing clinical education, support,
training to staff members.
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Leadership â€" guides individuals and groups toward desired outcomes, setting high performance standards and
delivering quality services
Customer orientation â€" establishes and maintains long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by
consistently meeting and exceeding expectations. Able to work with diverse work force.
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Policies and Procedures â€" articulates knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and
systems
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PC Skills â€" proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and other required operating systems such as
CPCS, Order Scanning Sys! tems, Automated Dispensing Units, Packaging Equipment, Physician Order ! Entry, and
Clinical Integration to systems. Meditech experience preferred
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Financial management â€" applies tools and processes to successfully manage drug cost budget. Able to direct costeffective
drug therapy via clinical protocols.
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Project management â€" Able to assess work activities and allocate resources appropriately. Able to work
independently and handle stress appropriately.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
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Pharm.D. or Master’s Degree required
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Residency Training or BCPS certification preferred
EXPERIENCE
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3-5 years experience as a clinician
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Previous patient safety work and pharmaceutical service redesign minimum
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Clinical pharmacy support and managerial experience preferred
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience in Project Management and Patien! t Safety Initiatives desirable
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Presentation, research and publishing experience desirable
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CERTIFICATE/LICENSE
dexterity sufficient to operate a telephone, keyboard, calculator, other office equipment, packaging equipment and IV
equipment if needed. Work is often performed under stressful situations. Must have ability to verbally communicate.
Some travel required. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Staff must remain flexible and available to
provide staffing assistance for any/all disaster or emergency situations.
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with! salary requirements and a resume to Supply Chain - West Florida.
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