Clinical Pharmacist

Overview

Piedmont Medical Network is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Job Summary

A 7 on 7 off position with hours 10:30am-9pm. Decentralized unit-based Clinical Pharmacists are valued team members working in patient care areas optimizing patient medication therapies by monitoring drug selection, drug dosage, frequency, food/drug allergies, drug-drug interactions and duplication, medication reconciliation and discharge medications. They are a resource for drug information and education for physicians, nurses, and patients. Also, dose medications under protocols. They also round with Intensivists and Hospitalists playing an active role making recommendations for therapies and changes in therapies.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the ability to detect problems with drug therapy regimens and recommends suggestions to physicians or nursing staff to resolve drug therapy problems or enhance patient outcomes.
• Provides medication instruction to patients. Discusses new drug product information or other relevant drug information with pharmacists and technicians, physicians and nurses.
• Provide aminoglycoside and vancomycin dosing and monitoring for all hospital patients. Provide Coumadin dosing and monitoring for all those consulted.
• Write TPN orders for all hospital patients, except neonates, while keeping the physician and dietary apprised of the patient’s needs.
• Is responsible for IV to PO conversions, adjusting drug dosages per renal function and auto-substitutions per policy.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy with 5 years Clinical Experience or Doctorate of Pharmacy is required
• Experience: 5 years Clinical Experience for Pharmacist with a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy; OR Pharmacist with a Doctorate of Pharmacy who has completed rotations
• Licensure/Certification: South Carolina license required
• Preferred:
• Licensure/Certification: Residency trained and Board certification is preferred
• American Heart Association BLS required, must be obtained within 7 days of hire
• ACLS required within orientation period

Organization Description

Piedmont Medical Network has served the community of York County and beyond for more than 30 years. Piedmont Medical Network - Rock Hill Hospital is a 288-bed facility that has advanced equipment and experienced healthcare staff catering to the diverse needs of the community it serves. Services include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care and a Level III NICU. Piedmont Medical Network - Fort Mill Hospital opened in 2022 with 100-beds, advanced technology and a compassionate care team. The new hospital features a 24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Medical/Surgical Unit, and a wide array of Surgical Services and Women's Services.

Piedmont Medical Network has been recognized for its elite level of safety by being awarded the Leapfrog Groups Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award by SCHA (South Carolina Hospital Association) in collaboration with South Carolinas DHEC. The Cardiac Care program at PMC provides quality care and was designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by BlueCross BlueShield and a Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. At Piedmont Medical Network, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of the community. Join our team!

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