Clinical Pharmacist - Acute Care Neurology
About The Position
Ensures the safe and effective use of medications by providing medication order verification while assessing for optimal drug product selection dosage regimen design effective administration and drug therapy monitoring services in the UVA Medical Center. Monitors inpatient and outpatient drug therapies when appropriate and works with relating medical staff to find alternatives when needed to ensure the best care possible is being given. This position is being filled for the day shift. If you're passionate about developing clinical pharmacy knowledge and skills in neurology with a focus in neurosurgery and enjoy collaboration with pharmacists, providers, and nursing staff this role offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity. Deliver expert pharmacy support for neurology patients with consistent exposure to general neurology, stroke neurology and the neurosurgery service. Staff every 4th weekend providing neurology and surgery clinical pharmacy services. Contribute to patient safety and patient outcomes initiatives. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialists to deliver cutting-edge neurological care. Join a collaborative team of clinical pharmacists who work and learn together. Come experience opportunities the UVA Department of Pharmacy offers for personal and professional growth. Be part of a Magnet-recognized institution committed to excellence in patient care and pharmacy leadership. You would join a neurology pharmacy team that are experts in their field that participate in ongoing research and participation nationwide.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Pharmacy or Pharm. D Degree required
- PGY-1 residency required or equivalent hospital experience (3 years)
- Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Pharmacy License required
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required
Nice To Haves
- PGY-2 residency is preferred for specialty areas
Responsibilities
- Ensures the safe and effective use of medications by providing medication order verification while assessing for optimal drug product selection dosage regimen design effective administration and drug therapy monitoring services in the UVA Medical Center
- Monitors inpatient and outpatient drug therapies when appropriate and works with relating medical staff to find alternatives when needed to ensure the best care possible is being given
- Deliver expert pharmacy support for neurology patients with consistent exposure to general neurology, stroke neurology and the neurosurgery service
- Staff every 4th weekend providing neurology and surgery clinical pharmacy services
- Contribute to patient safety and patient outcomes initiatives
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialists to deliver cutting-edge neurological care
Benefits
- Pharmacist Progression Pathway and leadership development opportunities
- A collaborative culture dedicated to innovation, healing, and transforming care
- Paid parental leave
- No clinical on-call requirement
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
