Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Adult Medicine

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Requirements

Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy Degree.
PGY1 residency training OR 3 years of applicable experience, AR licensure, or eligible for licensure.
Certification as a licensed Registered Pharmacist by the State of Arkansas or eligibility for licensure. Must have a license by the start date.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency
Experience in transitions of care.
Previous acute care adult medicine clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Provide consultative assistance to providers, nurses, and other ancillary staff of the inpatient adult medicine services along with providing pharmaceutical care to patients for their acute care hospitalization.
Daily rounding with the interdisciplinary team.
Medication review.
Participation in a pharmacokinetics monitoring service.
Answering drug information questions for the medical and nursing staff.
Collaborating with the other CPS daily.
Acting as the liaison between the acute care team and the pharmacy.
Oversees patient care functions, including maintaining accurate records and refining medication therapies to improve treatment results.
Handles task prioritization, adjusts to shifts in practice, and addresses day-to-day operational challenges.
Adhere to pharmacy laws, regulations, and policies.
Provides training and instruction to staff members and pharmacy students.
Participates in initiatives for process enhancement, policy revisions, or research activities.
Other duties as assigned.