Pharmacist

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your role at Baxter:

Coordinates work of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Prepares and dispenses prescriptions for Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), intravenous medications according to Pharmacy SOP and compliance with the state Board of Pharmacy of Puerto Rico.  Review production plan, moving labor to meet schedule attainment. Works under the supervision of Pharmacy Manager. Assures compounding operations are in accordance with local regulations (MOH). Occasionally required to work extra hours. Ensuring a culture of Safety First.

Your team:

We develop quality products with the patient in mind, so our marketing efforts are also patient centric. That means you can be proud of our work and the value we provide to people every day.

As a large, multinational organization, you could expand your knowledge through collaboration with a variety of individuals, exposure to different facets of our portfolio, and an encouraging leadership team that encourages ongoing development.

What you'll be doing:

• Ensure effective employee relations by providing mentor and development to the team.
• Resolve employee issues in a timely manner.
• Complete objective setting and performance reviews to cultivate growth and development.
• Promote collaboration and supervise progress, recognizing achievements along the way.

• Balance quality, efficiency, cost, delivery, and employee morale to achieve outstanding results in all areas.
• Continuously improve processes and procedures to cultivate a culture of excellence.
• Collaborate with the team to identify and implement effective processes.
• Prepare, coordinate, and lead work schedule to achieve shift production targets.
• Assure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and train pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, providing ongoing development and feedback.
• Verify additives and components of solutions before the admixture process begins.
• Perform quality control tests on prepared compounds and maintain logs for regulatory inspection purposes.
• Keep operational records and approve all TPN and medication solutions for distribution.
• Control pharmacy materials and waste to maintain a detailed run operation.

• Respond to calls and provide advice to patients, hospital staff, and physicians regarding TPN compounding and safe administration of therapies.
• Keep physicians, nurses, and other pharmacists advised of new prescriptions or changes in treatment to ensure up-to-date patient care.
• Verify daily media fills to maintain strict compliance with regulations.

What you'll bring:

• 1-3 Years experience preferred.
• Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy; Puerto Rico Pharmacist license is required.
• Experience in Total Parenteral Nutrition and Hospital IV Admixture Program preferred.
• Experience in personnel supervision preferable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Confirmed understanding of aseptic techniques, chemical reactions, and pharmaceutical processing methods.
• Familiarity with pharmacy computer software and calculations.
• Ability to resolve routine questions and problems.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong people leadership skills with a focus on change management.
• High level of technical knowledge and analytical skills.

At Baxter Healthcare Corporation, we take pride in the remarkable work we do to supply patients every day. As a Pharmacist in our Guaynabo location, you will have the outstanding opportunity to supply our world-class manufacturing operations. Working alongside a collaborative team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the detailed production and distribution of medications and therapies. You will have the chance to expand your knowledge and expertise through ongoing development and exposure to different facets of our portfolio. Come join Baxter today!

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