Ambulatory Infusion Clinical Pharmacist Float

Advocate Health • Winston-Salem, NC

13d • $59 - $89 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ambulatory Infusion Clinical Pharmacist provides pharmaceutical care in ambulatory infusion settings and floats to support nine clinic locations. The position is full-time, with variable Monday–Friday hours, and is based in Winston-Salem. The pharmacist evaluates biomedical literature, designs and monitors patient-specific medication regimens, counsels patients and caregivers, reviews medication orders, and supports medication safety and quality improvement. The role also contributes to medication-use operations, regulatory compliance, education, and the training and supervision of pharmacy learners and support teammates.

The pharmacist must provide age-appropriate care, follow organizational policies and applicable regulations, and maintain the knowledge and skills needed for the area of practice. The work involves a normal office environment as well as walking, standing, handling medications and equipment, and using appropriate personal protective equipment when working around hazardous agents.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a B.S. in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.).
• Current pharmacist license in good standing through the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy.
• Immunization and non-vaccine injectable certification required based on area of practice.
• Credentialing and privileging required based on area of practice.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Decision-making, team-building, customer-service, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Life support training courses may be required at department discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Board certification in the area of practice or certification approved by the region/area pharmacist career ladder.
• Previous mentorship of pharmacy residents.
• Direct experience with training, education, or preceptor roles.
• Pharmacy residency training or equivalent experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills; self-initiative to innovate and collaborate with team members.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and training development skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmaceutical care, including retrieving and evaluating biomedical literature and designing medication therapy regimens.
• Educate and counsel patients and caregivers on medication therapy, adverse effects, compliance, appropriate use, handling, and administration.
• Design, recommend, monitor, and evaluate patient-specific pharmacotherapeutic regimens; implement and document recommendations using applicable policies and procedures.
• Review and accurately interpret medication orders and prescriptions.
• Participate in management of medical emergencies when applicable.
• Support medication safety and quality improvement activities, including reporting events through appropriate channels.
• Perform quality assurance and performance improvement activities for the medication-use system as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to manage formulary adherence and the medication-use process; assist with acquisition of non-formulary, compassionate-use, and investigational medications.
• Practice in compliance with organizational policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Prepare, dispense, and oversee proper medication storage and handling in accordance with best practices, policies, and regulations.
• Serve as a preceptor for pharmacy students, residents, and healthcare learners as assigned.
• Mentor, orient, train, and assist with performance evaluation of pharmacy teammates, residents, and students as assigned.
• Direct and check the work of pharmacy support team members to support safe, efficient workflows, service standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served.
• Maintain skills in the area of practice and operate equipment necessary to perform the job.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay may be available for shift, on-call, and other work, based on the teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

What This Job Offers

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