Ambulatory Infusion Clinical Pharmacist Float

Carolinas Medical Center; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem is seeking an ambulatory infusion pharmacist to support nine clinic locations. The role involves floating to cover multiple sites with a focus on patient education and safe medication practices.

The position requires a Pharm.D. or Pharm.B.S. in Pharmacy, NC license in good standing, and immunization certification. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this fast-paced ambulatory setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy.
• Current North Carolina pharmacist license in good standing.
• Immunization and non‑vaccine injectable certification required.
• Credentialing and privileging required depending on practice area.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ambulatory infusion pharmacotherapy and design medication regimens.
• Provide patient counseling on medications, adverse effects, and proper administration.
• Review and interpret medication orders and ensure accuracy.
• Participate in medical emergencies and contribute to safety initiatives.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor for trainees and support staff.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Patient counseling

Medication safety

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy

NC Pharmacist license (in good standing)

Immunization certification

Credentialing & privileging

Job description

Department

38487 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Pharmacy: Hematology & Oncology Ambulatory

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Mon-Fri variable hours, this is an ambulatory infusion pharmacist role - floating to support 9 clinic locations

Pay Range

$59.00 - $88.50

Position Highlights

• Full-Time Days
• Mon-Fri variable hours, this is an ambulatory infusion pharmacist role - floating to support 9 clinic locations
• Winston Salem

What You Will Need

• Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a B.S. in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) is required.
• Current state pharmacist license is required in good standing through North Carolina Board of Pharmacy.
• Immunization and non-vaccine injectable certification required based on area of practice.
• Credentialing and privileging required based on area of practice.

Nice To Have (Not Required)

• Board certification in area of practice or certification approved by region/area pharmacist career ladder preferred.
• Previous mentorship of pharmacy residents is preferred.
• Direct experience with training, education or preceptor roles preferred.
• Pharmacy residency training or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Possesses strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Takes self-initiative to innovate and collaborate with team members.

How You'll Impact Patient care

• Oversee pharmaceutical care, including retrieving and evaluating biomedical literature and designing medication therapy regimens.
• Uses effective patient education techniques to provide counseling to patients and caregivers, including information on medication therapy, adverse effects, compliance, appropriate use, handling, and medication administration.
• Designs, recommends, monitors, and evaluates patient specific pharmacotherapeutic regimens based on relevant biomedical literature. Implements recommendations effectively and utilizes policies and procedures and documents in the appropriate format.
• Reviews and accurately interprets medication orders and prescription.
• Participates in the management of medical emergencies when applicable.
• Actively supports department medication safety and quality improvement activities, including the reporting of events through appropriate channels.
• Performs quality assurance and performance improvement of the medication use system as appropriate.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to manage formulary adherence and the medication-use process. Assists in the acquisition of non-formulary, compassionate use, and investigational medications.
• Practices in compliance with organization's policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal regulations.
• Prepares, dispenses, and oversees the proper storage and handling of medications in accordance with best practice, policies and state and federal regulations.
• Serves as preceptor for pharmacy students, residents, and healthcare learners as assigned.
• Mentors, orients, trains, and assists with the performance evaluation of pharmacy teammates, residents, and students as assigned.
• Directs and checks the accuracy of the work of pharmacy support team members in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures to ensure safe and efficient workflows, service standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Maintains skills in area of practice.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and training development skills.
• Demonstrates decision making, team building, customer service, and conflict resolution skills.
• Life support training courses may be required dependent on department discretion.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Requires considerable walking, standing, pushing mobile cart of 50 pounds maximum and lifting 35 pounds of material without assistance.

Exposed to various conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs and changes in temperature and humidity.

May be required to frequently stretc