Job Description
LOCATION : KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL | Pharmacy
POSITION STATUS: 0.60 | Permanent; Pharmacist I- Oncology
SALARY RANGE: BU13 | SR22
SALARY RATE: $37,857.60 (Annual Salary) based on the FTE
SHORTAGE DIFFERENTIAL : $2,745.60/month + $399.99/month Temporary Shortage Differential
JOB DUTIES: This position interprets physician prescriptions and medication orders. The position will primarily work with the outpatient infusion center and oncology department working 8-hour shifts on weekdays, but may work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays and may require standby and call-back duty.
THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated; the required education and experiences may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate or Pharm.D degree in pharmacy.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT: A valid license with the State of Hawaii as a Pharmacist at the time of appointment.
PROFESSIONAL PHARMACIST EXPERIENCE: Six (6) months of full-time work experience as a license pharmacist is required. ASHP-accredited Pharmacy Residency Preferred; Oncology experience Preferred.
NON-QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE: Pre-license experience performed to meet licensing requirements is not qualifying to meeting professional pharmacist experience requirements.
SUPERVISORY APTITUDE: Applicants must possess supervisory aptitude. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects; by serving as a group or team leader, previous work experience in a position that demonstrates or performs supervisory functions or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.
QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: •
KNOWLEDGE OF: The principles and practices of professional pharmacy and their application to the operation of a pharmacy; specialized sciences directly applicable to pharmacy, such as pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, toxicology and therapeutics; pharmaceutical instruments and techniques used in compounding. Knowledge of preparation of sterile admixture and sterile technique.
Knowledge of USP Chapter 797 and USP Chapter 800 required. Employees must adhere to all rules and regulations regarding personal hygiene and garbing as detailed in USP Chapter 797 when working in the clean room. Employees must adhere to all requirements regarding proper PPE when handling or compounding hazardous materials as detailed in USP Chapter 800.
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ABILITY TO: Apply acquired knowledge to pharmacy processes such as reading and interpreting prescriptions, instructions and procedures; keep records and prepare reports; establish and maintain effective working relationship with medical and administrative personnel within the facility.
ALL CIVIL SERVICE JOB VACANCIES WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS
The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices
QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities. If you worked on a part-time basis, indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Please note that experience will be based on a 40-hour workweek. Note: We will not postpone the recruitment process because of your failure to provide accurate and complete information concerning your qualifications.
MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM: You must meet the minimum qualification requirements, including education, experience, other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment, and HHSC Standards of Fitness. Only those applicants that are scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager will be contacted.
CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and at the time of appointment intend to reside in the State of Hawaii during the course of employment with the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying the periods of your service.
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship.
MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination, which includes drug screen and other regulatory medical requirements such as, but not limited to, two-step tuberculosis (TB) screen. The cost for physical examinations, except the cost for drug screening, shall be borne by the applicant and not the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.
CRIMINAL/BACKGROUND, CREDENTIALING CHECKS: Applicable checks will be conducted periodically, and any associated costs may be borne by the applicant. If a job, offer is made or employment is begun prior to completion of all applicable checks, any offer of employment or continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory return of all required checks.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION/EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Administrative Review, subsequent appeals: If you do not agree with a decision made by the Employment Office as to your non-qualification or non-selection for a position, you may complete a Request for Administrative Review form (available on the HHSC website) or you may submit a written request within twenty (20) days from the date of your sent notice to the Regional Chief Executive Officer/Designee. Your letter requesting the Administrative Review must include: 1) The job title(s) and recruitment number(s), 2) the specific reason(s) you are requesting the review noting if there is statute or rule violation, and 3) any additional information you want to submit to substantiate your request. If you do not submit your request within the twenty (20) days deadline, no Administrative Review will be conducted. Since the Administrative Review is a prerequisite to subsequent steps, failure to utilize this process will make you ineligible for subsequent appeals. The administrative review, formal complaint and/or appeals hearing will not necessarily postpone the recruitment process and/or rescind a selection. If you do not agree with the Administrative Review, you may file a Formal Compliant and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board.
CONTACT INFORMATION : KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL is located at 79-1019 Haukapila Street Kealakekua, HI 96750. For employment opportunities, please contact (808) 322-4458, email: konajobs@hhsc.org or visit our website at
Persons with Disabilities may contact the Recruitment Office to discuss special needs in applying at (808) 322-4458, konajobs@hhsc.org.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Shift work, Rotating shift, Weekday work,