Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist: Patient-Centered Care

RIH Rhode Island Hospital; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 105,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Hospital is seeking a licensed pharmacist to interpret and dispense medications in ambulatory services. You will collaborate with care teams, review prescriptions for safety and efficacy, and educate patients. The role includes supervision of technicians and potential precepting of residents.

Responsibilities span MAP and SDPMP programs, with opportunities to improve workflows and patient access to medications while upholding Brown University Health standards and RI regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Current unrestricted licensure as a pharmacist in the State of Rhode Island; 90-day temporary license acceptable.
• Immunization Certification and BLS certification within 6 months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Apply pharmacotherapeutic and pharmacokinetic principles to ensure safe, effective medication use.
• Ensure services comply with policies, procedures, and state/federal rules.
• Review orders to assess therapeutic appropriateness considering patient status and comedications.
• Intervene with prescribers to optimize efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Educate patients and families on medication use and potential interactions.
• Participate in training of staff and students; may precept residents.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Clinical decision making

Education

Bachelor or Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Tools

Pharmacy information systems

EHRs

Automated dispensing technology

Job description

Rhode Island Hospital is seeking a licensed pharmacist to interpret and dispense medications in ambulatory services. You will collaborate with care teams, review prescriptions for safety and efficacy, and educate patients. The role includes supervision of technicians and potential precepting of residents.

Responsibilities span MAP and SDPMP programs, with opportunities to improve workflows and patient access to medications while upholding Brown University Health standards and RI regulations.