Lead Clinical Pharmacist

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Expected pay for this position is $64.09 - $75.41/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
This is a Salaried position.

This position is to support pharmacy services at OSF St. Katharine Medical Center in Dixon, IL.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Clinical Pharmacist, according to department policies and pharmaceutical care standards, assists in overseeing and directing pharmacy activities on assigned shifts in order to ensure the highest quality patient care. Determines work priorities, assists in staff assignments and helps to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, performance standards and service expectations. Responsible for compounding and dispensing medications and other pharmaceutical supplies according to established procedures and professional pharmacy practice.

Reviews prescriptions, obtains clarifications, analyzes drug therapy and regularly consults with medical staff, nursing personnel and others in order to coordinate delivery of high quality pharmaceutical services to patients. Although duties may vary by assigned area or shift, the following accurately describes the essential job functions. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care that is appropriate to the ages of the patients served.

Fosters an environment of teamwork and collaboration through positive, respectful interactions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: N/A

Licenses/Certifications:

PHRM-Pharmacist

Experience:

2 years of hospital pharmacy experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education:
Doctorate of Pharmacy (Pharm

D.) PGY1 residency

Experience:

2 years of leadership experience Licensure/

Certifications:

Board Certification through Board of Pharmacy Specialties

Other requirements/information:
Demonstrated excellence of interpersonal skills in order to effectively mentor and educate assigned personnel, facilitate/organize/direct the work of others and to maintain positive relationships among leadership, ministry/facility staff and internal/external stakeholders. Communicates effectively with physicians, patients, and various other OSF Health Care personnel when explaining medication use, and gathering and exchanging other medication information. Analytical skills necessary in order to determine drug appropriateness and evaluate drug interactions.

Demonstrated skills in independent problem solving, decision‑making abilities, and prioritization/delegation. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development as well as the physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. Excellent computer skills and the ability to process detailed information in an accurate manner. Competency in the use of an electronic medical record system.

OSF Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.