Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient Operations

Yale New Haven Health • New Haven, CT

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About The Position

This is an entry-level clinical pharmacist position supporting the vision, mission, and goals of YNHHS and the Department of Pharmacy. The pharmacist demonstrates competency in basic clinical pharmacist skills and helps prioritize patient safety as a member of a High Reliability Organization. Employees are expected to understand and share YNHHS’s vision, support its mission, and demonstrate the values of integrity, patient-centeredness, respect, accountability, and compassion.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy with a B.S. or PharmD degree.
• Current Connecticut pharmacist license or eligibility for pharmacist licensure in Connecticut.
• Basic knowledge of pharmacology and therapeutics.
• Understanding of pharmacy drug-distribution systems and formulary management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with others.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy residency or equivalent experience is desirable but not required.
• Hospital pharmacy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote CHAMP behaviors.
• Conduct timely and accurate medication order reviews, taking into account patient characteristics, including laboratory values and vital signs.
• Demonstrate competency in pharmacy automation and technology applicable to the work area.
• Follow departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
• Provide education and training to pharmacy staff, pharmacy students and residents, and health care team members.
• Contribute to departmental cost reduction and revenue generation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level