Clinical Staff Pharmacist II

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital•Detroit, MI

1d•$50 - $90•Onsite

About The Position

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is dedicated to advancing cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through groundbreaking research and exceptional patient care. Our Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is committed to providing the highest quality clinical pharmaceutical care to children, integrating research findings into clinical practice as swiftly as possible. This position is responsible for independently managing medication dispensing, order verification, drug therapy review, patient counseling, and medication-related documentation to ensure safe and effective pharmaceutical care. The pharmacist serves as a clinical resource for patients and healthcare providers, provides guidance to pharmacy technicians, and supports research, quality improvement, and medication utilization initiatives. Candidates must be graduates of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy, hold an active Tennessee pharmacist license (or in process to obtain), and have at least two years of relevant pharmacy experience, with hospital pharmacy experience preferred. Success in this role requires strong clinical judgment, communication skills, patient-centered service, regulatory compliance knowledge, and the ability to adapt, problem solve, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Pharmacists who have worked in a health system outpatient pharmacy and assisted with transition of care for outpatient/retail medications will be best aligned with role expectations.

Requirements

Graduate of a College of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council of Pharmacy Education.
2+ years of relevant experience.
Hospital pharmacy practice experience preferred.
Experience overseeing compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
Significant experience working with comparable software systems and databases for maintenance/ review of documentation/ records.
Experience proposing/ implementing process improvements within own area.
Experience in guiding pharmacy staff.
Proven performance in earlier role/comparable role.
Active Tennessee pharmacist license (or in process to obtain).

Nice To Haves

Pharmacists who have worked in a health system outpatient pharmacy and assisted with transition of care for outpatient/retail medications will be best aligned with role expectations.

Responsibilities

Independently conduct drug distribution and control activities for the assigned pharmacy area.
Perform appropriate dose checking and medication profile review upon receipt of any medication request from a clinician as outlined by department practice standards.
Interpret/understand and address detailed requirements of drug therapy protocols.
Maintain appropriate and accurate dispensing records including computer medication profiles, investigational drugs, and controlled substances.
Provide accurate drug information as necessary and upon request based upon an assessment of individual orders and patient conditions.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and patients to foster quality service and care and address issues if any.
Perform patient education and counseling in a manner consistent with defined department guidelines.
Contribute to departmental ongoing departmental and institutional research programs, improvement efforts, drug/device/technology review, and utilization evaluation programs as assigned.
Document significant protocol deviations and variances and all other significant interventions in the provision of patient care.
Provide guidance and direction to pharmacy technicians.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Consistently meet job expectations, adhere to policies, and deliver quality work while applying. St. Jude values and principles. Managers evaluate employee performance throughout the year—specifically through the spring and fall Check In milestones and the Annual Performance Review. All employees are encouraged to actively participate in these performance management processes.