Our pharmacists find life on the job better at Catholic Healthcare West. Take a moment to learn some of the reasons why.
Exceptional People
We know that our values of dignity and collaboration are working when so many of our pharmacists stay with us because of the great relationships they develop here. Our pharmacists feel respected, and in turn respect the skills and work of others. And the feeling of camaraderie extends beyond the pharmacy team. Our pharmacists tell us they enjoy good relationships with people throughout the organization, and appreciate the opportunities to collaborate on patient care issues with other departments.
Opportunities to Help Patients
Our focus on patients means that pharmacists have the chance to meet one-on-one with patients as active care providers. We encourage our pharmacists to take the time needed to help patients understand their medications and avoid problems or unwanted interactions. These close, consultative interactions give our pharmacists the unique satisfaction of making a difference in the safety and well being of the people we serve.
Advanced Knowledge
Working in a clinical environment keeps our pharmaceutical staff on the edge of the latest knowledge and best care practices. Further, we provide a variety of educational options that ensure multiple ways to learn and grow:
- Staff meetings
- Tuition reimbursement for professional courses
- Time off to attend workshops
- Opportunities to participate on care management teams and pharmacy councils
Many of our pharmacists find that consulting our proprietary website, CHWConnect.com, is a great way to stay abreast of the newest developments. Our tools for pharmacists include:
- Software for reducing and reporting medication errors (ADE/ADR)
- Drug monograph software
- Drug and disease information suitable for download to hand-held devices
- Best practice guidelines
- Access to the Lexi-Comp clinical reference library
The decentralized specialty pharmacies that have evolved at some facilities give pharmacists a chance to become even more involved in care regimens. And our hospitals that have been accredited as teaching hospitals for pharmacy residents and students place a high priority on knowing the latest therapies and best practices.
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