Clinical Pharmacist - Anticoagulation Stewardship

Cleveland Clinic•Auburn, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist – Anticoagulation Stewardship supports inpatient pharmacy services across multiple hospitals in the Florida market. Based at a primary site, this caregiver serves as a clinical expert and liaison to promote safe, standardized anticoagulation practices and collaborates with pharmacists, physicians, nurses, interdisciplinary care teams, and enterprise pharmacy committees. The role provides anticoagulation dosing guidance, including for warfarin and heparin; evaluates quality outcomes; identifies gaps in care; and helps standardize education, competencies, and best practices across sites. It combines direct clinical support with strategic program development and contributes to quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position is on-site at the primary hospital, with remote support across the region and travel once per month to other Florida-based Cleveland Clinic hospitals. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There are no holiday requirements; weekend requirements vary from none to every sixth to eighth weekend. The position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 and relocation reimbursement up to $5,000.

Requirements

PharmD or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy.
Current state licensure as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh), or eligibility for reciprocation in the current state within 90 days of hire.
For individuals required to administer immunizations: current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross and completion of a Board of Pharmacy-approved immunization administration course, or certification obtained within 90 days of hire.
For individuals required to respond to adult or pediatric cardiopulmonary arrest events: current ACLS or PALS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or certification obtained within one year of hire.
Ability to perform the role's physical demands, including prolonged standing and walking, manual dexterity for computer and dispensing functions, lifting up to 30 pounds, and reaching, stretching, stooping, climbing steps, and sitting.
Normal or corrected vision and ability to communicate clearly by phone or in person.
Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
Comply with the employer's influenza prevention program, including annual vaccination or an approved exemption.
Undergo controlled-substance testing following an offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

Board certification.
Completion of a PGY1 residency, fellowship, or relevant postgraduate pharmacy experience.
For clinical pharmacists in a specialized pharmacy practice area, a PGY2 residency or relevant experience.
Prior experience in critical care, pain management, anticoagulation consult services, or opioid stewardship, as applicable to the role.
Strong background in acute care or inpatient settings.
Preferred but not required: pain management certification, such as an ASHP certificate.
Candidates without residency may be considered if they demonstrate significant relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Provide safe, efficient, patient-centered, evidence-based pharmacy and medication services.
Provide anticoagulation dosing guidance, including for warfarin and heparin.
Ensure appropriate selection, dosing, administration, and dispensing of medication orders.
Verify medication orders and dispense medications accurately in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Document services completely, accurately, and promptly.
Evaluate quality outcomes and identify gaps in care.
Help standardize anticoagulation education, competencies, and best practices across sites.
Contribute actively to medication safety initiatives and continuous improvement.
Ensure pharmacy operations comply with national accreditation standards.
Educate and train students, residents, other caregivers, and/or patients.
Provide cost-effective care.
Promote adherence to drug use policy.
Collaborate with pharmacists, physicians, nurses, interdisciplinary care teams, and enterprise pharmacy committees across facilities.
Provide remote support across the region and travel to other Florida-based Cleveland Clinic hospitals once per month.