Clinical Pharmacist, Acute Care Pharmacy, Internal Medicine and Population Health
About The Position
The Internal Medicine Pharmacist provides patient-centered care to patients. This position must: provide pharmaceutical care to patients to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes; promote cost-effective drug therapy; provide assistance in educating pharmacy students, PGY1 and PGY2 residents; participate in research projects to improve the outcomes for patients; participate on Medical Center and Department committees; adhere to the general hospital standards to promote cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building; assist with verification of medication orders and distribution of pharmaceutical products; coordinate and participate in the education of pharmacist and other health care professionals; initiate and/or participate in medication utilization evaluations; assist in developing and implementing treatment protocols in order to improve patient care; assist with medication access, patient education, and discharge follow up phone calls. The pharmacist in this position will rotate between the Medicine Service in the acute care setting and Pharmacy Population Health service in the ambulatory setting. The Population Health responsibilities will largely focus on services aimed to improve chronic conditions and address health equities. This includes supporting a 5-year research project that will study the role of a Pharmacist and Community Health Worker in remote monitoring and management of patients with HTN.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a B.S. in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) is required.
- Current state pharmacist license in good standing through North Carolina Board of Pharmacy is required.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency and PGY2 in Internal Medicine, Pharmacotherapy, Ambulatory Care or relevant clinical experience is preferred.
- Board Certification is preferred.
- Previous mentorship of pharmacy residents is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to patient safety.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Possesses strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Takes self-initiative to innovate and collaborate with team members.
Responsibilities
- Process medication orders and prescriptions from physicians and nurses.
- Supervise technicians to ensure timely and accurate medication dispensing, optimizing staff utilization.
- Deliver pharmaceutical care for optimal patient outcomes.
- Contribute to quality improvement efforts through teamwork.
- Continuously update and document skills and knowledge.
- Maintain documentation for compliance with standards and regulations.
- Set personal goals to support departmental objectives.
- Provide age-appropriate care following guidelines.
- Foster a cooperative work environment through effective communication and teamwork.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
