Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist I - Multiple Specialties

Yale New Haven Health • New Haven, CT

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About The Position

This is an entry-level clinical pharmacist position within a High Reliability Organization (HRO). The clinical pharmacist is expected to support the vision, mission, and goals of YNHHS and the Department of Pharmacy, demonstrating competency in all basic clinical pharmacist skills. Employees are expected to practice CHAMP behavior and prioritize patient safety, guided by the values of integrity, patient-centeredness, respect, accountability, and compassion.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy with a B.S. or PharmD degree.
• Current Connecticut Pharmacist License, or eligible for pharmacist licensure in the state of Connecticut.
• Basic knowledge of pharmacology and therapeutics.
• Understanding of pharmacy systems of drug distribution and formulary management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with others.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy residency or equivalent experience.
• Hospital pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote CHAMP behaviors.
• Conduct timely, accurate medication order review that considers all patient characteristics including laboratory values and vital signs.
• Demonstrate competency in pharmacy automation and technology as applicable to work area.
• Adhere to all departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
• Provide education and training to other pharmacy staff members, pharmacy students and residents, and health care team members.
• Contribute to departmental cost-reduction/revenue generation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level