Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Position Overview:

Clinical Pharmacist

JOB CODE:20922

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)

Promotes a safe and cost-effective medication management system for patients at Capital Health (CH) within his/her assigned practice area. Provides education, information and publications on pharmaceutical care and drug therapy. Develops and supports quality initiatives through data management and analysis. Works in collaboration with Pharmacy staff to effectively operate the department through policy/protocol development and liaison with medical, nursing, and ancillary communities. Assumes pharmacist responsibilities as necessary to assure smooth operations of the Pharmacy Department.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) or equivalent advanced degree. Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) certification preferred.

Experience: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency or three years equivalent experience preferred.

Other Credentials: AHA ACLS-Adv Cardiac Life Supp, AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Pharmacist - Registered

2 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually

Knowledge and Skills:Possesses excellent organizational, interpersonal, conflict resolution, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously. Ability to respond quickly in a fast paced environment.

Special Training:Intermediate to advanced computer skills. ASHP-accredited pharmacy residency training preferred.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day: 8 Hours  

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interprets, evaluates, and accurately processes drug orders for patients receiving care in assigned areas. Efficiently and effectively utilizes pharmacy operational computer systems and integrated hospital systems. Follows policies and procedures to maintain accurate patient medication profile. Initiates appropriate medication therapy based on age, disease, and drug considerations for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Actively intervenes to assure therapy is individualized based on medication factors and the patient’s physical and psychological needs.
• Identifies and resolves problems with medication orders or therapeutic regimens. Clarifies issues with prescribers and suggests order adjustments or alternative medication therapies when needed to prevent adverse events or adheres to institutional policies.
• Provides concise, applicable, comprehensive, and timely responses to requests for drug information from patients and healthcare providers. Supervises and coordinates pharmacy technician work processes as appropriate for patient care assignments. Ensures proper drug utilization by adherence to formulary criteria and pharmacy policies. Supports clinical pathways and quality assurance programs.
• Communicates between shifts and with peers to ensure continuity of care and optimal delivery of pharmaceutical services. Participates in management of medical emergencies and respond to adult/pediatric codes. Actively leads medication management processes as a member of Code Blue team.
• Demonstrates ownership of and responsibility for welfare of patient by performing all necessary aspects of medication-use system. Displays initiative in ensuring that patients receive comprehensive and individualized pharmaceutical care. Oversees clinical and operational workflow within assigned patient care areas.
• Provides all clinical services and direct patient care services for assigned populations. Responds to consultation for pharmacy interventions and make appropriate evidence-based, patient-centered medication therapy recommendations. Works as an active member of multidisciplinary team and collaborate with healthcare providers within patient care area. Attends multidisciplinary work/care rounds with designated service as appropriate.
• Ensures accurate and timely medication-specific info