Pharmacy Specialist - Inpatient Cardiology
About The Position
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for Acute Care Cardiology (CPS-Cards) will provide consultative assistance to providers, nurses, and other ancillary staff of the inpatient cardiology services along with providing pharmaceutical care to patients for their acute care hospitalization. Job responsibilities for the CPS-Cards include daily rounding with the interdisciplinary team, medication review, participation in a pharmacokinetics monitoring service, answering drug information questions for the medical and nursing staff, collaborating with the other CPS daily, and acting as the liaison between non-critical care cardiology and the pharmacy.
Requirements
- Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy Degree.
- PGY1 residency training OR 3 years of applicable experience
- AR licensure, or eligible for licensure.
- Certification as a licensed Registered Pharmacist by the State of Arkansas or eligibility for licensure.
- Must have a license by the start date.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency
- Experience in transitions of care and discharging of adult cardiology patients.
- Previous adult medicine clinical experience, preferably in cardiology (inpatient).
Responsibilities
- Oversees patient care functions, including maintaining accurate records and refining medication therapies to improve treatment results.
- Handles task prioritization, adjusts to shifts in practice, and addresses day-to-day operational challenges.
- Adhere to pharmacy laws, regulations, and policies.
- Provides training and instruction to staff members and pharmacy students.
- Participates in initiatives for process enhancement, policy revisions, or research activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
