Clinical Pharmacist

About the role

Community-focused, not-for-profit hospital serving coastal North Carolina. Modern 74-bed medical center with advanced inpatient and outpatient services. Part of the trusted Novant Health network. Comprehensive specialties including emergency care, surgery, heart care, and women’s services. Recognized for quality, safety, and patient-centered care. Collaborative clinical environment focused on excellence and innovation. Conveniently located in Bolivia, NC near North Carolina’s coastal communities. Dedicated to improving community health through outreach and wellness programs.

Why Wilmington, NC?

Live and work where others vacation. Coastal community of ~125,000 residents. Year-round outdoor activities: boating, golf, fishing, tennis, biking, and more. Vibrant historic downtown with excellent restaurants, entertainment, and cultural arts. Fast-growing region with a welcoming community and high quality of life.

Position Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to optimize medication regimens using evidence-based medicine and standards of care.
• Support hospital performance on national quality indicators, with a strong focus on the admission medication process.
• Provide educational in-services to clinical staff.
• Develop policies and processes to enhance departmental operations and workflow efficiency.
• Participate in at least one departmental or hospital committee.
• Precept pharmacy students and/or residents, contributing to clinical education and training.

Role Breakdown

• Direct patient care: 60%
• Order verification & distribution: 20%
• Education: 15%
• Administrative duties: 5%

Education and Experience

• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, required. Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Committee (FPGEC) Certification. PharmD, preferred.
• Postgraduate year 1 residency or fellowship OR two years of experience as a registered pharmacist in health system pharmacy. Oncology experience preferred for oncology roles, required. 2 years of experience for Infectious Diseases/Antimicrobial Stewardship roles: ASHP - accredited PGY2 Infectious Disease residency OR minimum of 2 years of equivalent clinical pharmacy experience in infectious diseases/antimicrobial stewardship, required.

Licensure and Certification

• Current Pharmacy licensure in appropriate state(s) or must be completed within 30 days of start date by either examination or reciprocity.
• Board of Pharmacy Specialties Certification or other approved certification must be obtained and continuously maintained within 2 years of start date as applicable to the role, required.

Additional Skills

• Ability to drive/travel to multiple facilities/locations as needed.
• Ability to work as part of a high performing, change ready and resilient team.