We sent up to email address on is for the techs and one is for the pharmaicist. You attach their email addresses to the email group.
Also we use Share Point to list all the shortages.
What a good idea! We are also Meditech here. I just did not think about putting a note for the pharmacists on the drug itself. I also send e-mails but with as many shortages we have it is hard to keep track.
I currently keep a list compiled that I send to all the staff pharmacists and director once per week that lists the most critical shortages, and include our current stock level in the pharmacy and Pyxis. I also include anticipated ship dates of any/all backorders. If there is a product we are below critical levels then I will bring it up in our morning bed huddle, and we will discuss possible alternatives or solutions as a group.
We are also on Meditech...do you list the shortage note in the non-formulary comments? I like the idea for those pharmacist that work part-time!