Clinical Pharmacist

Corewell Health; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on various services

Retirement savings options

Job summary

Corewell Health in Saint Joseph, Michigan is seeking a pharmacist responsible for ensuring medication safety and efficacy. This full-time position involves patient counseling, interpreting medication orders, and working with healthcare teams to optimize drug therapy.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or PharmD degree, with a preference for residency training and hospital experience. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy or PharmD from an accredited College of Pharmacy.
• 2 years of relevant experience in hospital pharmacy preferred.
• American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited residency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safety and efficacy of medication use.
• Interprets and screens medication orders.
• Provides education and counseling to patients and healthcare team.

Skills

Medication management

Patient counseling

Pharmacokinetic principles

Drug safety and interactions

Education

Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Job description

About Corewell Health Lakeland

Our mission at Corewell Health Lakeland is “to improve health, inspire hope and save lives.” We live this mission every day by providing compassionate care and encouraging wellness. We encourage you and your family to be active, involved, and informed in your care. We provide leading-edge medical services, highly specialized healthcare professionals, and quality care. We’re a not-for-profit, community-owned health system, which includes three hospitals, an outpatient surgery center, long-term care, and hospice care through over 56 access points in Southwest Michigan. The history of Lakeland dates back to the 1800s, when our hospitals first began meeting the needs of area residents. Today, we are proud to continue that tradition of service to our neighbors in the community with safe, high-quality, compassionate care. The newly added 22,000-square-foot facility in Niles, Michigan will have 43 exam rooms and will house both Southwestern Medical Primary Care, Niles and Spectrum Health Lakeland Ear, Nose, and Throat providers. The $7.8 million project is expected to be completed and open to patients March 2023. This facility is a continued investment in our Niles community and the health of those we serve. More information: https://lakelandcare.com/directory/facility/corewell-health-lakeland-hospitals-st-joseph-hospital

Scope of Work

Maintains accountability for ensuring the safety and efficacy of medication use. Educates and acts as a consultant to patients/family and members of the health care team related to optimal drug therapy and participates in process improvement activities and drug use evaluations. Works with multiple medication automation systems.

• Interprets and screens medication orders for appropriate agent, dose, route, allergies, and potential drug interactions. Safely compounds and dispenses medications for administration to patients.
• Evaluates patients, orders appropriate laboratory tests, and interprets serum drug levels utilizing pharmacokinetic principles; provides prescribers with dosage regimen recommendations to optimize therapeutic outcomes, reduce patient risk, and monitor the costs associated with drug therapy.
• Provides appropriate supervision and direction within appropriate skill level to technicians, residents, interns, and other support personnel.
• Engages in continuous study of the entire professional field to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities. Completes required continuous training and education, including department and Corewell Health specific requirements on a timely basis.
• Provides education and counseling to patients/family/significant others/members of the health care team in order to optimize outcomes and appropriate use of medications.
• Ensures that services are provided in accordance with State and Federal regulations, organizational policy, and accreditation/compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy
• 2 years of relevant experience hospital pharmacy (Preferred)
• American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited residency in Pharmacy Practice (Preferred)
• LIC-Clinical Pharmacist - STATE_MI State of Michigan 90 Days required
• LIC-Pharmacist Controlled Substance - STATE_MI State of Michigan 90 Days required
• CRT-Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA American Heart Association 180 Days required
• CRT-Pediatric Adv Life Support (PALS) - AHA American Heart Association 180 Days required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 180 Days required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 180 Days required
• Ideal candidate will possess a PharmD Degree and either Inpatient experience or a PGY1 or PGY2 Residency
• New PharmD graduates and Pharmacists with Retail experience may also apply

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location
SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name
Pharmacy St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

Employment Type
Full time

Shift
Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours
40

Hours of Work
Variable

Days Worked
Variable

Weekend Frequency
Variable weekends

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with vaccine requirements if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process, perform essential functions, or enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. We invite those who share this commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.