Clinical Pharmacist

Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to review medication orders and dispense pediatric medications in line with ASHP and PAPG standards. The role reports to department leadership.

The position requires Virginia licensure or eligibility, graduation from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy, and strong communication and analytical skills to collaborate with hospital staff and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy.
• Virginia Pharmacy License or eligible for licensure within four months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Reviews physician orders, ensures safe and accurate dispensing of medications.
• Responds to drug information inquiries from healthcare professionals.
• Oversees duties performed by pharmacy technicians and interns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Oral and written communication

Education

ACPE-accredited pharmacy program

Job description

Summary

Under direct departmental supervision, the Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for accurately reviewing medication orders and dispensing medications for the pediatric population in accordance with the standards of the American Society of Health System Pharmacists and the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group. Reports to department leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures safe and effective drug therapy throughout the medication distribution process beginning with the review of physician's orders, accurate preparation of medications and administration of medication to the patient.
• Responds to drug information inquiries from other healthcare professionals.
• Provides oversight and supervision of duties performed by a pharmacy technician and pharmacy interns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Licenses and/or Certifications

• Must possess a Virginia Pharmacy License or be eligible for licensure within four months of hire.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy.
• Must have interpersonal skills to communicate and gain cooperation of hospital administration and staff, patients, their families and guests regarding drug therapy and other important aspects of pharmaceutical care.
• Must have analytical skills to insure medication is prepared in accordance with professional standards and practices.
• Must possess critical thinking skills to determine when to consult and advise physicians and patients as to the use of medications and their possible side effects.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be in good standing and maintain continuing education requirements with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.

Additional Information

CHKDHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If assistance is needed, please reach out to us at [e-mail]