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Required Skills

1. Work collaboratively with ED physicians, residents and other healthcare providers to promote and improve safe medication use

• Consult with physicians and other health care providers to develop and implement a medication plan that meets the overall goals of patient care established by the health care team
• Assist with drug therapy management in medical emergencies (i.e. codes, trauma, stroke)
• Assist the nurse in gathering accurate home medication lists in complicated, admitted patients
• Represents pharmacy at various interdepartmental meetings (i.e. Unit Based Council, ED Committee, etc.)
• Serve as a liaison between the pharmacy and ED to ensure the timely administration of medications

1. Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of evidence based, medication use guidelines that meet National criteria for quality measures such as in Heart Failure, Stroke, AMI, Pneumonia and Sepsis

1. Provide patient specific medication use teaching in high risk patients (i.e. Poly-pharmacy, pediatric patients, patients on high risk medications or who have been identified as high risk for readmission)

1. Ensures appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of each patient’s medication regimen in order to manage all aspects of medication use for patients in the ED

1. Documents all recommendations and interventions in the electronic medical chart

1. Prevent, detect, monitor, and report adverse events (medication errors and adverse reactions).

1. Serves as an educational resource for patients, pharmacy colleagues, students, residents, physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

1. Performs order entry, order verification or clinical order review

1. Serves as a pharmacy representative to various Hospital committees or project work groups as they relate to clinical pharmacy-ED practice

• Provides Pharmacy & Therapeutic Committee support through presentations for formulary management or quality improvement as needed

1. Actively participates in the professional development of pharmacy students and pharmacy residents

1. Meets and maintains the requirements to serve as a pharmacy residency preceptor

1. Ensures compliance with all local, state and national regulatory requirements and practices within Springfield Memorial Hospital’s policies and procedures.

1. Participate in or lead at least 1 quality improvement, medication safety or emergency preparedness initiative on an annual basis

1. Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education, seminars, workshops and professional affiliations.

1. Provide formal medication related consultations (i.e. Pharmacokinetic consultations) as required

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Maintain knowledge of sectional anatomy & select the proper technical factors and imaging modes in order to in order to produce high quality images, along with positioning the patient and equipment. Review images for quality before completion of exam.
2. Obtain and utilize pertinent medical history to obtain optimum exams, and communicate with pertinent medical professionals.
3. Assist physicians/students/technologists with all aspects of sonography.
4. Coordinate sonography procedures with appropriate departments and personnel.
5. Ensure exams are completed in a prompt manner, from receipt of requisition to interpretation.
6. Utilize effective patient care and communicate skills to obtain optimum patient rapport.
7. Monitor patient condition and take appropriate action to ensure continuity of patient care.
8. Respond promptly to STAT requests, and perform sonograms within the time frame required for optimum imaging.
9. Function in other sections of the Radiology Department as requested.
10. Assume Ultrasound call as assigned.
11. Perform clerical tasks, which include scheduling exams and faxing results.
12. Review and recommend equipment/supply purchases.
13. Maintain adequate inventory supply in work area.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Properly position patient and equipment according to radiologist protocols. Select proper technical factors to obtain quality images. Utilize knowledge of anatomy and pathology in order to produce high quality images.
2. Under the direction of a physician, administer appropriate contrast agents according to department protocol and maintain current knowledge of these agents and their indications/contraindications.
3. Ensure appropriate consent forms and patient history forms are completed and signed.
4. Ensure that exams are completed in a prompt manner for interpretation.
5. Uses filtration devices (i.e. boluses, filters), FFD, film-screen combinations, photocell selection, etc. to obtain highest quality images.
6. Utilize effective patient care and communication skills to obtain optimum patient rapport.
7. Monitor patient condition and take appropriate action to ensure continuity of patient care.
8. Ensure patient comfort, safety and modesty throughout procedures.
9. Wear film badge to assure compliance with ALARA standards.
10. Maintain adequate supply inventory in work area, restocking as needed. Notify supervisor of inadequate supplies.
11. Use protective devices (i.e. aprons, gloves) and techniques according to department radiation safety guidelines.
12. Ensure safety of other personnel and visitors required to remain in unshielded areas.
13. Use beam restriction devices to consistently minimize radiation exposure to patients.
14. Participate in routine call assignment.
15. Maintain cleanliness of rooms, equipment, and other work areas and assist with transportation of patients.
16. Assist students with other technologist with CT and Radiographic procedures.
17. Assist all new technologists with training and guidance in learning CT.
18. Work with Radiologist to assist with the development and maintenance of procedure protocols.
19. Perform clerical tasks, which include scheduling exams and faxing results.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Completes digital radiographic process according to professional guidelines and professional standards.

1. Schedules and coordinates exams, explaining procedures and preparations to patients. Obtains and documents necessary history and symptomology.  Critiques technical quality of digital image. 

1. Implements and oversees quality control (Q.C.) processes. Makes adjustments to equipment as indicated by Q.C. test results or notifies supervisor that service is required.  Performs all Q.C. testing in accordance with regulatory requirements.  Maintains documentation of all Q.C. test results and actions taken in accordance with regulatory requirements.  Deals directly with physicist support from MMC regarding all aspects of quality control programs.

1. Maintains x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order; performs preventative maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis; contacts outside service for major malfunctions. Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor.  Request and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• • SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• • COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• • EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Complies with all clinic policies and procedures including, but not limited to blood borne pathogens, chemical safety, administrative, and corporate compliance. Applies the Minimum Necessary Standard when accessing protected health information. 

1. Responsible for working with team to improve processes for quality improvement and provide a high level of patient satisfaction.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Performs various laboratory tests, evaluates data, and provides information for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

1. Performs quality control and evaluates the quality control data to assess accuracy, reproducibility and validity of laboratory results.

1. Recognizes unexpected results, errors, and problems with patient’s results or knows when to seek advice.

1. Assists with education of new employees or students as assigned.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

1. Maintains and communicates departmental records of test performed, test results and equipment maintenance.

1. Participates in the collection of specimens and samples from patients.

1. Takes part in department in-service programs.

1. Is knowledgeable of and abides by safety regulations.

1. Maintains 12 hours of continuing education per year in general laboratory topics.

1. Maintains cross-training in a minimum of two diverse technical areas.

1. Maintains confidentiality of information regarding all patient testing/results as detailed in hospital policies.

1. Assists in the overall operation of the laboratory, including utilization of resources and follows laboratory safety regulations.

1. Contributes to effective customer relations by assisting patients, visitors, physicians to resolve expressed concerns and by demonstrating a welcoming and helpful attitude.

1. Assure compliance with all local, state, federal and national regulatory agencies or organizations.

1. Conserves hospital resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to perform job duties.

1. Ensures that professional and personal activities conform to Memorial Medical Center’s Strategic plan and Mission, Vision, and Values.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• • SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.
  • COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.
  • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.
  • EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. The technologist checks the patients’ chart or scripts to be sure the exam ordered by the physician matches the requisition received by the department.
2. Use independent professional judgment to assure exam will clinically evaluate the given diagnosis. Refer discrepancies to radiologist or ordering physician.
3. Prepares the room, equipment, medication and secures supplies need to perform the exam and maintain a clean and safe environment for patient. Chooses appropriate transducer and disinfects used medical equipment per policy.
4. Will adhere to safety standards set forth by the organization in accordance with ACR guidelines.
5. The technologist will explain the procedure and the function of the equipment to the patient as well as answer any questions the patient may have, will intently review the medical history prior to starting procedure, check patient record for previous pertinent information or procedures, contact radiologist when direction is needed, document appropriate information in the patient record/PACS system.
6. Performs requested US exams of appropriate regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the organization and the reading radiologist. Observes patient during procedure, reports unusual occurrences and records patients’ condition when necessary.
7. Lifts, moves, and transports patients via wheelchair or cart when necessary.
8. Transfers, maintains basic quality assurance issues and recalls images from PACS system.
9. Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots when appropriate. Reports any need for service or repair to appropriate leadership.
10. Participates in ongoing QA/QC and process improvement programs.
11. Assists in providing a safe work environment and is dedicated to providing patient satisfaction.
12. Maintain continuing education credits in compliance with licensing agency.
13. Maintains clinical competency.
14. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures including, but not limited to, those regarding infection control, hand hygiene, attendance, and appearance.
15. Performs other duties as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Maintains and demonstrates appropriate knowledge of changing pharmacy practice.

1. Willing and able to communicate with patients, families, physicians and staff to discuss issues related to medication therapy. Responds to patient requests in a timely manner.

1. Ability to work independently to identify and appropriately resolve drug therapy problems.

1. Ability to exercise sound professional judgment while reviewing and verification of orders.

1. Ability to manage operational workflow, set priorities, and respond quickly to changing demands with minimal supervision.

1. Serves as a role model for all staff through compliance with professional and regulatory standards, and with all Health System policies and Behavior Standards.

1. Ability to use electronic drug information sources and other tertiary references to provide accurate, timely drug information upon request.

1. Responsible for activities of pharmacy technicians to ensure that all activities are performed completely, accurately, and safely and meet the intent of both state and federal laws.

1. Compounds, prepares, packages and dispenses pharmaceuticals according to all state and federal law requirements

1. Counsels patients upon request

1. Documents all recommendations and interventions in the electronic medical chart

1. Commits to sharing their knowledge, skills, experience, and values in preparing the “next generation” of pharmacists

1. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:  Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., preparing IV admixtures, use of a computer keyboard).  May require lifting and carrying light loads, including boxes, equipment, unit dose-cassettes, and IV solutions and stooping or kneeling.  Sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time (4-8 hours) is often necessary.  Must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job.

Occupational Hazards:  Potential for exposure to infectious patients and materials, though rare.  Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances including chemotherapy, cytotoxic drugs, and cleaning solutions.  Potential for sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp, potentially contaminated items.  Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Work collaboratively with physicians, residents and other healthcare providers to promote and improve safe medication use

• Consult with physicians and other health care providers to develop and implement a medication plan that meets the overall goals of patient care established by the health care team
• Participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds as appropriate and required
• In the absence of the lead clinical pharmacist, represents pharmacy at select interdepartmental meetings (i.e. Unit Base Council Meetings) as needed

1. Promotes and demonstrates rational, cost effective drug therapy through effective, criteria based management of medications

1. Performs the basic clinical and operational functions to care for patients on most medical units.

1. Provide patient specific medication use teaching in high risk patients (i.e. Poly-pharmacy, pediatric patients, patients on high risk medications or who have been identified as high risk for readmission)

1. Ensures appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of each patient’s medication regimen in order to manage all aspects of medication use for patients on the units served

1. Documents all recommendations and interventions in the electronic medical chart

1. Prevent, detect, monitor, and report adverse events (medication errors and adverse reactions).

1. Promotes evidence based, medication related care especially in the areas of Heart Failure, Stroke, AMI, Pneumonia, Sepsis and with use of all antimicrobial agents

1. Provides patient education as needed and serves as a resource for accurate and timely Drug

Information for all healthcare providers

1. Serves as an educational resource for pharmacy colleagues, students, residents, physicians, nurses and other health care professionals.

1. Performs order entry, order verification or clinical order review

1. Actively participates in the professional development of pharmacy students and pharmacy residents as required

1. Ensures compliance with all local, state and regulatory requirements and practices within Springfield Memorial Hospital’s policies and procedures.

1. Assists lead clinical pharmacist or participates in at least 1 quality improvement initiative on an annual basis

1. Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education, seminars, workshops and professional affiliations.

1. Provide formal medication related consultations (i.e. Pharmacokinetic consultations) as required

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.