Clinical Pharmacist-Outpatient Retail

Denver Health•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Clinical Pharmacist-Outpatient Retail to join our team! At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values are Respect, Belonging, Accountability, and Transparency. The Clinical Pharmacist ("Pharmacist") under general supervision, supplies medications and other pharmaceuticals needed for adequate patient care according to professional standards and regulatory requirements. This role educates patients and healthcare workers relative to drugs and medications usage, adverse drug reactions, side effects, contraindications, etc., according to professional standards. The Pharmacist also manages the day-to-day activities of the pharmacy support staff. Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and values unique ideas, talents, and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Our purpose shapes our culture and guides how we show up—for our patients, our communities, and one another. Every role at Denver Health contributes to improving lives, advancing health equity, and strengthening the communities we serve. Together, we strive to transform the health of our patients and to be the most trusted health care provider in Colorado. Our values—respect, belonging, transparency, and accountability—are the foundation of our culture and are reflected across every position, clinical and nonclinical alike. We invest in our people through resources designed to support both immediate success and long-term growth, including mentorship programs, tuition assistance, and our Workforce Development Center. We also offer a competitive benefits package, including retirement contributions with a match of up to 9.5%. Recognizing the emotional and physical demands of many jobs in health care, we created the RESTORE Center—a leading-edge space that provides intentional peer-support, and an innovative environment designed to reduce burnout and support employee well-being.

Requirements

BPharm Required
1-3 years Work Experience
PHA-Licensed Pharmacist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association
BCPS-Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties
PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
PBID-Pharmacy Based Immunization Delivery - BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties
Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to interact with other members of the healthcare team and with pharmacy leadership.
Strong organizational skills.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of pharmacy.
Thorough knowledge of pharmacy related state and federal laws.
Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
Ability to demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
Ability to demonstrate sound problem solving/decision making skills with practical, efficient, economical, and reasonable solutions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate Degree PharmD (preferred)
PGY1 residency completion preferred
Proficiency with electronic health record software, Epic preferred.

Responsibilities

Interprets and clarifies orders for all types of medications.
Researches and responds promptly to drug information requests.
Monitors drug therapies for appropriateness and formulary adherence.
Provides therapeutic drug monitoring of targeted medications as applicable.
Monitors drug therapy for potential drug-drug, drug-food, and drug-disease interactions.
Advises patients, family and medical staff on use of various medications including dosage, side effects, drug interactions and composition.
Directly supervises the work of pharmacy technicians and support staff as required by the Colorado Board of Pharmacy.
Prepares or oversees the compounding, labeling and packaging of sterile or non-sterile medications, products and pharmaceuticals in accordance with all regulatory requirements as applicable.
Acts as a consultant on medication-related issues and assisting in coordinating the drug utilization programs.
Assists in the development and maintenance of policies & procedures when warranted.
Maintains secure storage and records of all medications in accordance with manufacturer, state and federal requirements.
Complies with established departmental and DHHA policies and procedures, quality improvement, and safety initiatives.
Completes and meets the competency standards including education and training that is specific to the patient populations and practice site served.
Keeps job knowledge current.
Assists in the training of pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy interns, pharmacy students, and pharmacy technicians.
Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, huddles, and departmental trainings as applicable.
Understands patient safety goals and other quality metrics that affect area of practice.
Reports and follows up on medication or patient safety issues as needed; works to resolve problems in a manner that will improve patient safety and team efficiency.
Reports medication events (adverse drug reactions and medication errors) using the organizations’ event reporting system.
Collaborates with key stakeholders across the health system regarding patient care and projects.
Adheres to and complies with and demonstrates support for the mission and values of Denver Health.
Adheres to Denver Health and departmental standards of behavior and attendance guidelines.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer