Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Heart Failure and Transplant

About the role

This role involves providing advanced clinical pharmacy services, including medication management, drug therapy optimization, formulary control, and medication safety education. The specialist collaborates with healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes through medication reviews, development of treatment protocols, and participation in multidisciplinary committees.

Responsibilities

• Review medication orders and monitor drug therapies
• Detect and manage adverse drug reactions
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies
• Develop and implement treatment protocols
• Participate in multidisciplinary committees to optimize patient care

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent degree
• Active pharmacy licensure
• Significant experience in hospital pharmacy practice

Qualifications

• Completion of pharmacy residency (preferred)
• Board certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., pharmacotherapy, critical care, oncology) (preferred)

Skills

• Advanced clinical pharmacy expertise
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Project management and leadership skills
• Proficiency with healthcare technologies (e.g., EHR, clinical decision support tools)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Physical and technical demands

This role requires physical stamina, manual dexterity, and the ability to use pharmacy software and clinical tools effectively.