Pharmacy Clinical Specialist

Overview

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Description

7a –3:30p/ Full Time/ 40 Hours

(variable weekend requirements and potential for coverage of some evening shifts.)

 

JOB DESCRIPTION: The clinical specialist, pharmacy I practices as a clinical expert in specialty practice area(s). In addition to direct patient care activities, this position is responsible for ensuring appropriate medication therapy and clinical outcomes for the institution related to specialty area. 

• Practices as a clinical expert in specialty practice area.
• Prevents and/or resolves drug-related problems to ensure safety, efficacy, and cost-efficiency by consulting with the ordering prescriber and appropriately documents. 
• Consistently evaluates, intervenes, and documents clinical interventions beyond institutional protocols and guidelines. 
• Develops system policies and processes for proper dosing, storage, handling, dispensing, and/or administration of medications and compounded products.
• Serves as a role model for complex clinical and ethical situations and resolves conflict constructively.
• Submits publications or national presentations routinely.
• Recognizes process failures and actively engages in analysis and improvement efforts.
• Promotes new ideas to improve quality or overcome barriers to advance the profession in specialty area.
• Leads the development and reinforcement of medication use policies and processes to ensure financial medication stewardship. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.
• ASHP- Accredited Post Graduate Year 1 and 2 Residency or Fellowship or equivalent experience in the specialty area.
• Active Georgia Pharmacist license or eligibility for licensure with attempt to register for 60 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support required within 1 year for all positions with Code Blue coverage responsibility.

 

Preferred Experience:

• PGY2 in critical care or neurology preferred or equivalent experience (PGY1 and at least 5 years of clinical experience in critical care or neurology).  
• Relevant Pharmacy Specialty Board certification is preferred.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

 

ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and