Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Children's Mercy KC•Kansas City, MO

6d•$61•Onsite

About The Position

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy! Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years. Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital. Overview The Clinical Pharmacy Specialists provides pharmaceutical care to all patients consistent with the goals and objectives of the hospital and the pharmacy department. The pharmacist will participate as an integral member of the care team and serve as the drug therapy expert for their designated area. Complex therapies, drug-related problems, care plan coordination, and transitions of care activities will be identified and mitigated if needed. Pharmacists are expected to focus the full potential of their knowledge and experience on the assessment and improvement of patient care, which includes providing education to the multidisciplinary care team and participating in protocol and order set development. Role may allow for remote work based on the needs of the department at the discretion of the manager/supervisor. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

RPH/Pharm.D. and 7 or more years experience
Must be able to demonstrate activities consistent with Clinical Specialists position description in previous experience
Licensed Pharmacist - MO Employees must obtain Licensed Pharmacist - MO or equivalent within 90 days
PHARM LIC MO Licensed Pharmacist - MO or proof of pharmacy technician license, pharmacy intern license, or application submitted to board of pharmacy prior to hire with pharmacist license obtained within 90 days of hire. Required 90 Days
PHARM LIC KS Licensed Pharmacist - KS or proof of pharmacy technician license, pharmacy intern license, or application submitted to board of pharmacy prior to hire with pharmacist license obtained within 90 days of hire. Only if primary work location is in Kansas. Required 90 Days

Nice To Haves

Specialty Certification Preferred Upon Hire

Responsibilities

Provides patient-focused pharmaceutical care through rational, safe, and cost-effective drug therapy evaluation, management, recommendations, and patient education.
Participates in the development and presentation of orientation, education, and training programs to patients, pharmacy, medical, and nursing staff and to other parties as appropriate upon request.
Participates in departmental quality improvement projects upon request and facilitates effective communication regarding initiatives to appropriate parties.
Maintains competence required for current job title/position and engages in professional self-development.

Benefits

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.
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