Temporary Clinical Infusion Pharmacist

Discover Vanderbilt Health: With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region’s largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world-class care to the people of the Mid-South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you’ll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniqueness celebrated.

About the role

This is a temporary Clinical Pharmacist position for the infusion team. Hours are Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm. Hybrid options available.

Responsibilities

• Reviews drug orders and/or prescriptions to ensure the safe, appropriate and cost-effective use of medications.
• Provides outstanding patient care by optimizing medication preparation and resolving medication-related problems.
• Prepares and dispenses medications, provides drug information and manages medication therapy in accordance with federal, state and local regulations and hospital policy.
• Supervises the activities of assigned support personnel and verifies the accuracy and appropriateness of all medications prepared by support personnel prior to dispensing to patients or healthcare providers.
• Aids in the prevention and reporting of medication errors and adverse drug reactions according to policy.
• Supports quality relationships with healthcare professionals, families, and patients; actively involved in further education and providing education.

Technical Capabilities

• Medication Management (Intermediate): Demonstrates proficiency in medication management in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to successfully conduct medication management without requiring support. Determines the clinical appropriateness of each medication, dosage, indication, contraindications, potential adverse effects, and potential problems with concomitant medications. Monitors for therapeutic duplication or unnecessary medications, interprets and assesses patient's laboratory results as they relate to medication therapy, and provides drug information to healthcare professionals, patients, and their families.
• Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation & Dispensing (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully review, prepare, and dispense prescribed medications, including aseptic technique for compounding sterile preparations (CSPs) to minimize contamination risk.
• Mentoring & Coaching (Novice): Constructively trains and mentors others by providing positive direction and feedback. Removes roadblocks to success and shares job-related knowledge and experiences.
• Pharmaceutical Computer Literacy (Novice): Proficient in using pharmaceutical computer applications to support patient care issues of moderate difficulty.
• Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Compliance (Advanced): Possesses specialized knowledge of rules and regulations, applying them in complex situations. Demonstrates expertise in process improvement and quality assurance techniques, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as VUMC policies.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with an understanding of how output impacts other areas related to own job area/team.
• Problem Solving/Complexity of Work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.
• Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities

• Supporting Colleagues:
  • Develops Self and Others: Invests time and energy in developing self and others to improve performance and gain knowledge.
  • Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders to expand and strengthen relationships.
  • Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies communication style to suit different situations and audiences.
• Delivering Excellent Services:
  • Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of stakeholders and customizes services accordingly.
  • Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles to identify new opportunities and develop concrete solutions.
  • Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching to increase employees' effectiveness.
• Ensuring High Quality:
  • Performs Excellent Work: Engages in dialogue about quality and addresses issues promptly.
  • Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies learning experiences to uncover root causes of problems and identify solutions.
  • Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands and performs routine safety checks to prevent hazards.
• Managing Resources Effectively:
  • Demonstrates Accountability: Focuses on and drives critical issues to closure.
  • Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of departmental work to manage resources effectively.
  • Makes Data-Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of data to identify and elevate opportunities.
• Fostering Innovation:
  • Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas or opportunities to improve processes.
  • Applies Technology: Demonstrates enthusiasm for learning new technologies and tools.
  • Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations as opportunities for improvement and embraces change.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or related field.
• Tennessee Pharmacist License (LIC-Pharmacist).
• Less than 1 year of relevant work experience.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm. Hybrid options available.

Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.