Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Internal Medicine – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Mercy Health-posted 6 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Youngstown, OH
5,001-10,000 employees
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Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Nights (United States of America) Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist participates in clinical programs and initiatives >90% of the time with a consistency in schedule. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist has received specialized training in their dedicated area of practice and ensures safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy in their respective practice area. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will act in compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist maintains established departmental policies and procedures while promoting department objectives.

  • Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to a focused population and serve as a subject matter expert in area of specialty
  • Patient focused activities may include but are not limited to in-person/telephonic pharmaceutical care clinics or patient care areas, therapeutic drug monitoring programs, consult agreements and programs to support ministry and/or state-wide initiatives
  • Lead 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
  • Identify and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resources
  • Maintains proficiency in order processing and supports pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability
  • 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
  • Perform medication education to improve patient understanding and adherence consistent with department guidance
  • Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assigned
  • Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)
  • Valid state issued ID (required)
  • Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)
  • Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform complex pharmacy functions; residency training or equivalent practice experience in associated pharmacy practice area or equivalent practice experience required to sit for Board certification in associated practice area (required)
  • Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)
  • 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
  • Subject matter expert for medications in area of practice, 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
  • Work in a complex team environment
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Customer service for internal and external customers
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Coaching, precepting and mentoring
  • Organization
  • Stress management
  • Relationship building
  • Time-management
  • ACLS Certification (preferred)
  • Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)
  • PGY2 or 4 years of equivalent practice experience; Board Certification in associated pharmacy practice area (Ambulatory Care, Cardiology, Critical Care, Sterile Compounding or other practice area approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties or other certifying board) (preferred)
  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/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
  • Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
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