Clinical Pharmacist Medication Safety-Miamisburg-Full-time/Days

Kettering Health Network • Miamisburg, OH

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About The Position

The Medication Safety Clinical Pharmacist works collaboratively with the Kettering Health Medication Safety Officer. Participates in various multidisciplinary teams related to safe medication use, patient safety, policy review, and others as necessary. Continually prioritize the efficient use and maintenance of the Drug library within the Intravenous Smart Pump system. Develop and provide necessary education on a system wide level related to safe medication practices. Proactively track, trend and analyze medication safety data to identify areas for opportunities to enhance medication and patient safety. Reviews high volume, high risk, and problem prone or critical aspects of care processes for prioritization of potential medication safety improvements or initiatives. Serves as a resource to the organization on medication safety matters. Assists in the development and review of pharmacy, hospital or organization related medication use policies and procedures related to safe medication safe practices and comply with regulatory standards. Proactively engages with all pharmacy sites, pharmacy leadership, staff, and other team members to promote medication safety practices.

Requirements

• Knowledge – The clinical pharmacist should have a broad understanding of: Strong knowledge of medication effectiveness and impact of medications on patient care Health care technologies used in the medication selection process Pharmaceutical care Clinical expertise Change management concepts Ability to review information and data to help in designing clinical programs Concepts of risk and prioritization, statistics, population data Performance improvement methodologies and tools Standards of practice related to medication use Accreditation process, standards, and regulations
• Skills - The Clinical Pharmacist should demonstrate excellence in the following skills: Verbal communication and presentation (small and large group) Written communication, editing Active listening Time management Project management Analytical Safe system/process design
• Abilities - The Clinical Pharmacist should possess the ability to perform the following: Facilitate practice change Collaborate with staff at all levels Effectively provide education Synthesize solutions Apply standards of practice to improve patient care Apply defined strategies and protocols Function proactively vs. reactively Write clear and concise policy and procedures
• Minimum Education: Graduated with B.S. in Pharmacy or PharmD from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy
• Licensure: Active Registered Pharmacist License in the State of Ohio

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Experience: Three years inpatient hospital pharmacy experience and or completion of ASHP accredited pharmacy residency program
• Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships
• Flexible attitude and ability to adapt to schedule and workload changes
• Professional presentation and demeanor
• Collaboration skills and effective written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing Pharmacy Practices and Pharmacy professionals

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Kettering Health Medication Safety Officer
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams related to safe medication use, patient safety, and policy review
• Prioritize the efficient use and maintenance of the Drug library within the Intravenous Smart Pump system
• Develop and provide education on safe medication practices
• Track, trend, and analyze medication safety data
• Review high volume, high risk, and problem prone aspects of care processes
• Serve as a resource on medication safety matters
• Assist in the development and review of medication use policies and procedures
• Engage with pharmacy sites, leadership, staff, and team members to promote medication safety practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees