Academic Geriatrics Pharmacy Specialist - Teaching & Research

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Cleveland is seeking a Geriatrics Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for a shared faculty role with NEOMED. The position blends direct patient care, teaching, research, and service to improve outcomes for older adults in inpatient and ambulatory settings.

The role collaborates with geriatricians and the care team to optimize medication use, participate in quality initiatives, and advance geriatric pharmacy practice through education and scholarship.

Qualifications

• PharmD required with Ohio licensure or eligibility.
• PGY1 residency preferred; PGY2 geriatrics preferred or equivalent training.
• Experience in geriatric pharmacotherapy and interprofessional care.

Responsibilities

• Serve as pharmacotherapy expert for geriatric patients in inpatient and ambulatory care.
• Lead teaching and clinical research activities with NEOMED collaboration.
• Participate in CMS Age-Friendly Health System initiatives and quality projects.
• Provide patient- and caregiver-education on medications and transitions of care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other professionals to optimize care.

Skills

Geriatrics

Pharmacotherapy

Interdisciplinary care

Teaching

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

PGY1 Residency (Preferred)

PGY2 Geriatric Residency (Preferred)

Tools

EPIC EMR

Pharmacy Informatics

Job description

University Hospitals in Cleveland is seeking a Geriatrics Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for a shared faculty role with NEOMED. The position blends direct patient care, teaching, research, and service to improve outcomes for older adults in inpatient and ambulatory settings.

The role collaborates with geriatricians and the care team to optimize medication use, participate in quality initiatives, and advance geriatric pharmacy practice through education and scholarship.