Clinical Pharmacist (PRN) - The Jewish Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Amberley, OH

19d

About The Position

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities. As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Clinical Pharmacist – The Jewish Hospital Job Summary: The Clinical Pharmacist participates in clinical programs and initiatives 50-90% of the time with a consistency in schedule. The Clinical Pharmacist ensures safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)
• Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)
• Valid state issued ID (required)
• Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform pharmaceutical assessments and develop patient management plans (required)
• Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)
• Relationship building
• Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements
• Handle hazardous drugs
• Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation
• Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databases
• Advanced knowledge of medications, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost
• Regulatory compliance
• Develop SMART goals and objectives
• Utilize SBAR format
• Provide medication education
• Analytical skills - database management, data presentation, data and metrics interpreting
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Customer service for internal and external customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Coaching and mentoring
• Organization
• Stress management
• Relationship building

Nice To Haves

• Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)
• ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (preferred)
• Immunization Certified (preferred)
• Pharmacy residency or 3 years equivalent experience; General pharmacotherapy certification (BCPS) or other certification approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Activities may include but are not limited to medication management activities typically for a specific clinical area of focus or patient population
• Participate in clinical programs to improve patient care, optimize medication therapy and promote health and disease prevention
• Perform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomes
• Maintain proficiency in order processing and support pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability
• Engage in and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resources
• Collaborate and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy team members, other health care professionals, and leaders to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programs
• Identify, document and resolve potential and actual adverse medication events; may evaluate and report on data event reporting system for trending and prevention purposes
• Perform medication education to ensure improved patient/associate understanding and compliance consistent with department guidance
• Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assigned
• Process orders and provide medication review for appropriateness, safety and efficacy during order processing and perform any necessary clinical support duties as needed

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees