Pharmacist-On Call

The Pharmacist is responsible for providing professional and quality pharmacy services in the GHC-SCW Health Center Pharmacies and clinics in compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of pharmacy.  The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining competency through continuing education and promoting of health education among patients and staff.  The Pharmacist is responsible for providing excellent customer service in the performance of all duties.  The Pharmacist works under the general direction, supervision and guidance of one or more of the following:  Managing Pharmacist, Assistant Managing Pharmacist, Pharmacy Operations Coordinator, and the Clinical Pharmacy Program Manager. 

The incumbent knows and abides by all Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) organizational and departmental policies, sets personal standards and strives for high quality work in completing assignments, performs job duties in a timely manner, and represents the organization in a positive manner. The incumbent understands our Mission, Vision and Common Values (stated below) and is committed to promote these values in behavior and attitude. 

Our Mission Statement:    We partner with members and the communities we serve to maximize health and well-being.

Our Vision:  As a local, not-for-profit, member-owned Cooperative, we are the most trusted resource for lifelong health and well-being in the communities we serve.  

Our Values:

• We are a not-for-profit Cooperative
• We are member-centered
• We are equitable and inclusive
• We are quality-driven
• We are innovative
• We are community involved

Five Strategic Pillars:

• Exceptional Quality and Service – We seek excellence by working towards the elements of the quadruple aim we strive to be the best we do in all that we do.
• Meaningful Employee Engagement – We create a culture where employees are involved, enthusiastic and committed to delivering on the GHC-SCW Mission, Vision and Values.
• Continuous Improvement – We actively identify opportunities and initiate change that creates value for the Cooperative and those we serve.
• Financial Strength - We ensure the Cooperative’s long-term viability by reinvesting earnings generated by controlling health care costs and consistently growing revenue.
• Impact - We advance health and well-being by nurturing connections with our member-owners and the communities we serve.

GHC-SCW is committed to fostering a caring and compassionate environment while ensuring that individual differences are valued. GHC-SCW is a quality driven cooperative built on collaboration, community involvement, innovation, and belonging. It is essential that all employees, members, and patients feel secure and welcome, that the opinions and contributions of all individuals are respected and that all voices are heard.

We believe:

Healthcare is a human right.

In treating all people with dignity and respect.

There is strength in diversity.

Equity celebrates our humanity.

We are better together.

JOB SPECIFIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Valid license to practice Pharmacy in the State of Wisconsin required.
2. Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Pharmacist preferred.
3. Excellent customer service skills required.  Strong interpersonal skills.  Ability to be culturally sensitive and work with a diverse patient population.      
4. Ability to effectively communicate and consult with patients, practitioners and internal staff required.
5. Excellent verbal communication and listening skills both in-person and on the phone required.
6. Knowledge of interviewing practices and techniques used in order to gather information.
7. Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards.
8. Knowledge of or ability to learn and use computer based applications such as MS Office, prescription processing software and electronic medical record systems such as EPIC.
9. Ability to remain current on new trends, pharmaceuticals, pharmaceutical related treatments, disease state management, clinical outcomes and other technologies.  
10. Basic understanding or ability to learn about pharmacy reimbursement/insurance practices.
11. Ability to work as a member of a team and to maintain good working relationships with patients and staff required.
12. Ability to pay close attention to detail and problem solve. Good organizational skills.
13. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality required. Knowledge of HIPAA requirements. 
14. Ability to remain calm and be resourceful in emergency situations required.
15. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
16. Ability to float to other pharmacy or clinic locations, as needed. Ability to provide own transportation to various locations, as required.
17. Ability to bend, reach, lift, pull, push and/or carry up to 20 lbs. regularly required.
18. Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time required.
19. Ability to use a keyboard extensively required.
20. Fine manual dexterity required.
21. Ability to see near, mid and far range required.