Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Under the general direction of the Director and Department Manager, provides advanced pharmaceutical care according to standards established by the Department of Clinical Pharmacy to all patients. Assists in the development and coordination of clinical pharmacy services and educational programs for the Department. Responsible for providing tools and educational opportunities to enhance services provided by all staff members. Participates on intra- and interdepartmental committees as assigned.

Serves as preceptor to pharmacy students and residents as assigned. Participates in the development of institution-wide drug use policy. Responsible for ensuring safe and efficient drug distribution and control system. Participates in supervision of technical staff. Participates in clinical research with medical, dental and other Health System staff.

Education

Doctorate of Pharmacy - Required

Experience

2-3 Years clinical practice post residency/fellowship - Preferred

Prior experience in teaching/faculty - Preferred

License & Certification

Professional License with State of Practice - Required

Board certification in a pharmacy specialty within the first 3 years of employment - Required

Core Job Functions

• Assess pharmacotherapy and individualize therapy to specific patient needs and communicate therapeutic recommendations to the Medical Staff. Establish and clarify goals and objectives of therapy in collaboration with the physician for each problem being treated. Provide patient education and counseling and participate in discharge planning for the purpose of ensuring continuity of drug therapy.
• Compound inpatient unit dose medications, lotions, ointments, creams, small and large volume parenteral as needed. Supervise all aspects of the inpatient drug distribution and control system.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality management activities. Lead the organization's DUE program. Ensure department compliance with The Joint Commission standards.
• Develop and implement clinical pharmacy training programs for staff pharmacists, Residents, and Nursing. Provide supervision and instruction to Pharm
  
  D students and Residents on clinical rotations. Attend and participate in Pharmacy Leadership meetings.
• Assist in pharmacy leadership activities and in managing workload or schedule demands, including stepping in as in charge when necessary.

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