Clinical Pharmacist - Rotating between Inpatient and Oncology - Full Time 80 Hours / Pay Period (BBC)

Bronson Healthcare Group•Battle Creek, MI

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist dispenses medications in response to physician prescriptions and exercises professional judgment under established policies, procedures, standards, and government regulations to support appropriate drug therapy and optimal patient care. The pharmacist counsels, assists, and educates physicians, nurses, patients, and the community on medication use, doses, side effects, and precautions. The position rotates between inpatient and oncology services at Bronson Battle Creek and may include anticoagulation stewardship responsibilities across acute care hospitals and Bronson practices. The pharmacist reviews and interprets prescriptions, evaluates patient profiles for allergies, interactions, refill status, and other concerns, and ensures medications are prepared and dispensed accurately. The role includes preparing or overseeing IV medications and other specialized preparations, monitoring therapy and patient responses, maintaining accurate medication and controlled-substance records, and supporting pharmacy operations and quality activities. The pharmacist also provides drug information, collaborates with clinicians, and helps oversee pharmacy technicians’ work. For anticoagulation stewardship, responsibilities include developing protocols, monitoring therapy, conducting risk assessments, educating patients and staff, ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines and Joint Commission requirements, and aligning care with Bronson Anticoagulation Clinics. The position reports to the System Clinical Coordinator and works directly with the lead provider.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, including 1,000 hours of internship under a licensed preceptor, and 90 days of on-the-job experience at BHG.
Pharmacist license in good standing with the State of Michigan.
Complete the continuing education hours required for re-licensure every two years.
ACLS certification is required for pharmacists regularly scheduled to staff the ED or Adult MICU (an average of one or more shifts per month).
Basic word-processing skills and ability to operate hospital programs used in the Pharmacy.
For anticoagulation stewardship responsibilities: PharmD, state licensure, and experience in anticoagulation management.
Strong clinical knowledge and communication skills.
Ability to meet the physical and attention demands described, including sustained concentration and computer use, standing or walking, lifting light objects, and assisting with heavier tasks such as moving patients.

Nice To Haves

For oncology responsibilities, PGY-1 training is preferred.
For oncology responsibilities, PGY-2 training in oncology, oncology board certification, or equivalent experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review, interpret, and fill prescriptions; assess patient drug profiles for allergies, interactions, refill status, pricing, and conflicts in therapy.
Ensure prescriptions are complete and that the drug, dosage, schedule, and route of administration are appropriate.
Verify orders with physicians as needed and notify them of potential dosage problems, allergies, contraindications, or other concerns.
Provide drug-related technical and clinical information and troubleshoot medication questions for physicians, nurses, healthcare employees, patients, and the community.
Record prescription data and update patient profiles with orders, allergic reactions, and diagnoses.
Prepare or oversee preparation and dispensing of IV medications and specialized preparations, including large-volume parenterals, IV piggybacks, total parenteral nutrition, chemotherapeutic and antineoplastic agents, IV push medications, irrigations, patient-controlled analgesics, ophthalmic preparations, and enteral feedings.
Oversee Unit dose and IV Additive Technicians and ensure medications and solutions are prepared accurately and under proper conditions.
Check medication carts for accuracy and release them for delivery to patient care areas.
Prepare and check stock drugs and monitor pharmacy and nursing-unit medications for currency and adequate supply.
Provide pharmacokinetic evaluation and dosing for specific medications when applicable, monitor patient progress, and act on laboratory data and patient response.
Maintain current knowledge of pharmacy developments and fulfill continuing education requirements for licensure.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment.
Maintain complete and accurate dispensing and controlled-substance records in accordance with hospital and regulatory requirements.
Answer phones, take medication orders, and provide general information and appropriate patient-specific data.
Support general department operations, including ordering and receiving medications, resolving equipment problems, restocking medicines, and participating in special projects.
Participate in drug utilization reviews and quality assurance activities.
For anticoagulation stewardship, develop protocols, monitor therapy, conduct risk assessments, educate patients and staff, ensure compliance with clinical guidelines and Joint Commission requirements, and implement safety measures.
Work with the System Clinical Coordinator, lead provider, and Bronson Anticoagulation Clinics to support safe and effective anticoagulant use.