Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Emergency Medicine

Luminis Health • Lanham, MD

29d • $129,227 - $193,841

About The Position

Responsible for carrying out Clinical Pharmacy services with primary practice in the area of Emergency Medicine. Promotes evidence-based pharmacotherapy and sound pharmaceutical care through the development of medication management protocols, drug therapy policies, and oversight of the medication reconciliation program. Serves as an Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacy resource for the health system.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree required.
• Completion of PGY-1 residency or 2 years of demonstrated clinical experience required.
• Current Maryland State License.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of PGY-2 residency or board certification in emergency medicine or critical care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts departmental activities to meet the goals, objectives and policies of the pharmacy department.
• Participates in improvements in interdepartmental policies and procedures which support the Pharmacy Department and Hospital's strategic goals. Maintains accurate records as required by departmental policies/procedures and federal/state board regulations.
• Completes all core competencies and documents clinical activities accurately according to policies and procedures. Supports the Investigational Drug Service in daily operations.
• Serves as the medication expert in the Emergency Department and provides time-sensitive, accurate information for healthcare providers in acute scenarios.
• Provides pharmaceutical preparation, dosing recommendations, and plays a vital role in resuscitation efforts during medical emergencies.
• Completes pharmacotherapy drug class reviews, formal in-services, formulary additions/deletions, assimilation of evidence-based protocols/order sets, medication safety activities, and targeted medication expense reductions.
• Oversees the medication reconciliation program and assists in performing medication reconciliation and education for patients at high risk for medication-related problems.
• Serves as the pharmacy representative on multidisciplinary committees involving the Emergency Department and develops ED-specific educational programs, protocols, standard operating procedures, and order sets.
• Educates healthcare providers on approved treatment guidelines and criteria to increase appropriate and cost-effective use of medications in the Emergency Department.
• Serves as a preceptor for Pharmacy School Students and Pharmacy Residents.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree