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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)
Mercy Health
Intro paragraph
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to
enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through
exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion,
collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are
committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and
stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help
communities thrive.
Clinical Pharmacist – West Hospital
Job Summary:
The Clinical Pharmacist participates in clinical programs and initiatives 50-90%
of the time with a consistency in schedule. The Clinical Pharmacist ensures
safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all
applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State,
and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies.
Essential Functions:
* Activities may include but are not limited to medication management
activities typically for a specific clinical area of focus or patient
population
* Participate in clinical programs to improve patient care, optimize medication
therapy and promote health and disease prevention
* Perform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe
and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomes
* Maintain proficiency in order processing and support pharmacy operations in
medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and
timely medication availability
* Engage in and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication
utilization and best use of pharmacy resources
* Collaborate and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy team
members, other health care professionals, and leaders to deliver high-quality
pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programs
* Identify, document and resolve potential and actual adverse medication
events; may evaluate and report on data event reporting system for trending
and prevention purposes
* Perform medication education to ensure improved patient/associate
understanding and compliance consistent with department guidance
* Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and
residents as assigned
* Process orders and provide medication review for appropriateness, safety and
efficacy during order processing and perform any necessary clinical support
duties as needed
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties,
requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be
required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor,
subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education:
* Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD
(required)
* Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)
Required Licensing & Certifications:
* Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing
(required)
* Valid state issued ID (required)
* ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (preferred)
* Immunization Certified (preferred)
Experience:
* Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform pharmaceutical assessments
and develop patient management plans (required)
* Pharmacy residency or 3 years equivalent experience; General pharmacotherapy
certification (BCPS) or other certification approved by the Board of Pharmacy
Specialties (preferred)
Skills & Abilities:
* Relationship building
* Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements
* Handle hazardous drugs
* Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation
* Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databases
* Advanced knowledge of medications, including adverse effects, interactions,
proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost
* Regulatory compliance
* Develop SMART goals and objectives
* Utilize SBAR format
* Provide medication education
* Analytical skills - database management, data presentation, data and metrics
interpreting
* Teamwork
* Attention to detail
* Critical thinking
* Customer service for internal and external customers
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Coaching and mentoring
* Organization
* Stress management
* Relationship building
Training:
* Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
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associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being –
personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet
your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer
contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life
insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability,
backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education
support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Pharmacy - West
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the
requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,
genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated
against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the
affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio
or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia,
Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please
email recruitment@mercy.com [recruitment@mercy.com]. If you are an individual
with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part
of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team
at recruitment@mercy.com [recruitment@mercy.com].