Clinical Pharmacist

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

About the role

The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for conducting clinical pharmacy services and ensuring that the pharmacy provides optimal clinical services on a daily basis. This role works with the Manager, Pharmacy to facilitate the development, implementation, and maintenance of systems that promote desirable patient outcomes through the use of safe, cost-effective drug therapies. Additional duties may be assigned within the scope of the role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical pharmacy services to ensure optimal daily pharmacy operations.
• Collaborate with the Pharmacy Manager to develop, implement, and maintain systems promoting safe and cost-effective drug therapies.
• Support desirable patient outcomes through evidence-based pharmaceutical care.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of pharmacy required; PharmD degree preferred (or 2-3 years of clinical experience).
• Active RPH license required.
• Alabama Controlled Substance certification required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS certification required.
• BPS certification preferred.
• Additional certifications (e.g., PALS, NRP) may be required depending on assigned area.

Skills

• Commitment to continuing education.
• Proficiency in computer order entry.
• Accurate pharmaceutical calculations and metric system knowledge.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique.
• Clear verbal communication and hearing sensitivity for phone or in-person conversations.
• Continuous visual acuity at close and distant ranges.

Working Conditions

• 30% of the workday spent sitting; 70% spent in mobility-related activities.
• Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Frequent reaching, use of hands, and repetitive actions.
• Continuous speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity.
• Inside environment protected from weather but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Minimal noise levels with potential low-level background noise.
• Frequent computer work.
• Minimal exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center South
Shift: Second Shift