Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist III
This is a Limited Term Position, 26 weeks.
About the role
Delivers transitions of care services through coordination of medication reconciliation, medication access and coverage, and post-discharge calls while delivering patient education across care settings to ensure safe, accurate, and timely medication use at discharge. This role collaborates with providers and care teams to reduce medication-related errors, prevent readmissions, and support continuity of care. Delivers pharmaceutical care through the provision of patient-centered clinical service, medication information, education, medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy.
Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to provide input to and implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific tasks and/or orienting other staff to the department.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate medication reconciliation, access, and coverage.
- Conduct post-discharge calls to deliver patient education.
- Collaborate with providers and care teams to reduce medication-related errors and prevent readmissions.
- Provide patient-centered clinical services, medication information, and education.
- Prepare and distribute medications ensuring safe, effective, and cost-efficient therapy.
- Implement the patient's plan of care based on diagnosis.
- Assess, monitor, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Adhere to all regulations, policies, and procedures for privacy and safety.
- Perform specific tasks and orient other staff as needed.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited pharmacy school (PharmD).
- Registered Pharmacist (RPH) within 120 days of hire.
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) if required by the entity/department.
- PALS (Pediatric Life Support) if required by the entity/department.
- 1 year of recent relevant experience.
Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, calculations, and laws.
- Understanding of different pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery procedures.
- Ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols.
- Basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards (NABP, TJC, Title XXII, DHS, DEA, FDA, USP).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences, including non-medical individuals.
- Well-developed time management and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and as part of a team in an interrupt-driven environment.
- Problem-solving skills to evaluate and resolve standard issues using established solutions.
- Commitment to ensuring the privacy of each patient’s PHI.
- Handling of hazardous drugs in accordance with USP 800 guidelines.
Schedule
- Full Time, 40 hours per week.
- Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts.
- Days of the week: Monday - Friday.
- Weekend requirements: Rotating weekends.
Pay
Pay Range is $82.78 to $115.89 per hour. The compensation range may vary based on geographic location, candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs.
Benefits
Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.