Clinical Pharmacist Specialist Adult Abdominal Transplant

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

Pre-Liver Trans-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Pharmacy

Innovation and highly trained staff. Our Pharmacy team members play a critical role in ensuring the best care for our patients. Join a nationally recognized leader that values excellence and begin making a difference in people’s lives. Apply today.

Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix has held Magnet status since 2005 and was recently bestowed its fourth consecutive Magnet designation by The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC). This designation is considered the gold standard of nursing excellence. What makes this truly extraordinary is only 1% of hospitals nationwide have achieved this designation four times.

The role of Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Adult Abdominal Transplant provides direct support for abdominal transplant services, including kidney, liver, and pancreas transplantation, across both inpatient and ambulatory settings.. Banner University Medical Center Phoenix has the second largest transplant volume in the state of Arizona, with the liver transplant program growing 15% from 2024 to 2025. Pharmacists currently rotate through inpatient and ambulatory setting responsibilities in two‑week intervals but have the flexibility to adjust based on workload.

The position plays a critical role in collaborating with transplant surgeons, hepatologists, nephrologists, mid-level providers, a dedicated transplant infectious disease team, and the multidisciplinary transplant team. Pharmacists also participate in transplant selection committees, quality initiatives, process improvement efforts, and the development of policies and clinical protocols.

The schedule for this position will have daytime hours, Monday - Friday. There is currently no dedicated weekend or major holiday coverage.

Hire On Incentive up to $15,000 sign-on for a 2-year commitment.

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University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position actively participates on the healthcare team as a pharmacotherapy expert to provide quality patient care in area of specialty. Participates in the optimal selection of drug therapy and designs a regimen to maximize therapeutic benefit and minimize toxicity. This position is accountable for on-going evaluation and documentation of all components of pharmaceutical care delivered to patients. Conducts educational activities, applies principles of performance improvement, and participates in Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee/Clinical Consensus Group activities as appropriate. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients being served. Accountable for departmental, and individual patient outcomes by assessing and evaluating data reflective of the patient’s status, interpreting the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements, and providing pharmaceutical care based on individual needs. Responsible for the delivery of pharmaceutical care to patients using the medication use process. Oversees the activities of the pharmacy technicians, coordinating workflow, and the checking of medications prior to being dispensed. Adheres to local, state, and federal laws regarding the profession of pharmacy practice.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Critically evaluates the management of disease states and adjusts or recommends adjustments to therapy to   improve patient medication regimens. Ensures appropriate and cost-effective medication therapy. Areas of focus may include but are not limited to evaluating disease state management, medication management, and adverse drug reactions. Adheres to all clinical practices approved by Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee/Clinical Consensus Group (e.g., collaborative practice agreements). Accurately and completely documents patient assessment data and clinical interventions.