Cardiothoracic Transplant Pharmacist MGH

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* PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Maintain proficiency in decentralized pharmacy services and clinical pharmacy programs

Provide evidence-based medication education to physicians, nurses, and other professionals Educate patients and care givers regarding safe and effective use of medications, possible medication side effects, and the role of prescribed medications in the overall treatment plan Maintain proficiency in hospital computer systems and medication ordering systems

Maintain proficiency in and actively engage in operational programs, central dispensing pharmacies, satellite dispensing pharmacies, and specialty pharmacy areas as appropriate for job assignment

Facilitate experiential education and preceptorship:
Maintain proficiency in the four preceptor roles and actively emulate education/mentorship Serve as a preceptor/educator for MGH pharmacy residency (PGY1 and PGY2) and student experiential programs, including maintaining training and experience in pharmacy practice areas appropriate for teaching assignments

Develop student, resident, and staff training experiences/competencies and create new relationships for teaching and training opportunities

Demonstrate personal leadership qualities, role model, and business acumen to advance the profession and practice of pharmacy

Performs other duties as assigned:
Maintain a sustained record of contribution to the total body of knowledge in pharmacy practice through presentations, publications, and professional affiliation activities Maintain up-to-date knowledge of contemporary hospital practice and clinical service, trends and innovations in pharmacy leadership, and updates in traditional therapeutics, professional practice standards, or health care regulatory requirements

Maintain a specialized evidence-based knowledge of drug and drug therapy by reviewing relevant professional journals and suggested readings Relationships:
* Clinical Pharmacists report directly to a Pharmacy Manager or Area Director and work collaboratively with administrative, pharmacist, and technical to support department initiatives
* Clinical Pharmacists have frequent interactions with physicians, nurses, other members of the health care team, students, residents, and external professional groups
* Clinical Pharmacists supervise all support staff (e.g., pharmacy technicians) as assigned
* QUALIFICATIONS**:

* REQUIRED:

* Must be eligible for licensure to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
* Postgraduate residency/fellowship training
* Board Certification by examination, or equivalent certification, in the relevant specialty is preferred, required within 18 months of hiring
* Must meet all Board of Pharmacy requirements to enter into a collaborative drug therapy management agreement, when applicable
* Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration license, National Provider Index number, and a Drug Enforcement Administration Registration number, when applicable

PREFERRED:
* Completion of ASHP-accredited PGY1 and PGY2 Solid Organ Transplant Pharmacy Residency or Fellowship Extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the department including: IV Admixtures, Drug Information, Ambulatory, Manufacturing, and Drug Distribution As it pertains to the service area in the pharmacy department, demonstrate appropriate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the neonate, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient.

Possess ability to assess patient data relative to age specific needs. Provide care as described in the department's policies/procedures

Additional General Skills/Abilities:  Knowledge of contemporary hospital/clinical practice and service Knowledge and understanding of general hospital operations and regulatory compliance Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to interact constructively with supervisors, peers, and support personnel Ability to integrate clinical and distributive pharmacy services with quality improvement, teaching, research, and professional development activities Significant general clinical knowledge and expertise in traditional therapeutics and patient-centered care Significant knowledge and expertise in advanced pharmacy practice, specialty medication therapy management, and specialty evidence-based medicine in area appropriate for clinical assignments

Strong teaching and precepting skills and expertise in experiential training

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