Pharmacist

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus Hospital 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.

About the role

In keeping with the Abrazo Health Care core values, the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist develops, implements, and evaluates clinical pharmacy services for the facility, as well as training and education of the professional staff. An integral part of the patient care team, the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist provides delegated clinical services, participates in team discussions and decisions about patient care, educates patients and families, and ensures proper application and compliance with clinical initiatives. Involvement in professional education activities, including work with students from the local College of Pharmacy and staff pharmacist development and mentoring, is also expected.

Responsibilities

• Participates in critical care rounds, optimizing drug therapy
• Optimizes drug therapy and participates in clinical pharmacy services (e.g., pharmacokinetics service) in acute care areas (ED, ICU, Hospitalists' Service)
• Develops evidence-based best practices, including order sets, conducts quality improvement projects, and designs and executes medication use evaluations in areas of need
• Provides education to medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff on clinical pharmacy initiatives
• Assists the Director of Pharmacy with the organization of and presentations for the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee meetings
• Participates in clinical decision-making in Pharmacy & Therapeutics and other physician committees as needed
• Precepts pharmacy students
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy Degree
• Pharmacy practice residency or equivalent clinical experience
• Current Pharmacist license in the State of Arizona
• BLS certification

Preferred Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree
• Critical Care residency
• ACLS certification
• Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS)

Benefits

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus offers a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes health, professional development, and work-life balance. Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and employment status.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

About the organization

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus is a full-service acute care hospital providing specialized services and home to the Abrazo Surgical Institute. The hospital offers comprehensive orthopedic care featuring navigational technology and sports medicine, outpatient rehabilitation services, enhanced diagnostic imaging, and emergency care.