Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - VIVOHealth
About The Position
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist implements, coordinates, and evaluates clinical pharmacy services. The role assists with and directs Medication Usage Evaluations, collaborates with the medical staff, and establishes criteria for the safe, effective, and appropriate use of medication. The specialist develops and monitors medication-utilization policies and procedures in collaboration with the medical staff, Pharmacy, and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. The role supports clinical services, staff education and competency development, pharmacy student training and evaluation, and the hospital formulary and review process. The specialist also initiates and coordinates Medication Usage Evaluations for presentation to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and performs licensed registered pharmacist duties as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Pharmacy with one year of internship, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Current license to practice as a Pharmacist in New York State.
- Specialized certifications as needed.
- One to three years of technical experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and monitor hospital policies and procedures for medication utilization in collaboration with the medical staff, Pharmacy, and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee; monitor utilization and intervene as needed to ensure compliance.
- Monitor pharmacists’ medication-utilization surveillance activities, provide instruction and education as necessary, maintain appropriate records on the effectiveness of drug therapy regimens, and provide information as required.
- Ensure the safe and effective use of medication and guide staff in providing clinical services.
- Provide information to management for staff performance appraisals and coordinate and implement staff and pharmacy-student education, training, and competency programs.
- Provide educational programs for health care staff regarding medication use and training intended to help staff meet identified goals and improve patient care, incorporating professional concerns into the program.
- Coordinate with the assigned student preceptor, monitor student activities, evaluate student performance, and initiate and implement programs.
- Coordinate and participate in the development of the hospital formulary and related activities, and contribute to the formulary review process.
- Initiate and coordinate Medication Usage Evaluations for Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee presentation and discuss findings.
- Perform licensed registered pharmacist duties as required by leadership and departmental service needs, while complying with established procedures, policies, and laws.
- Perform related duties as required.
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Job Type
Full-time
