Clinical Pharmacist

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to coordinate formulary and medication management initiatives while supporting the Therapeutics Committee and staff development. The role emphasizes clinical knowledge advancement and patient safety in a high-standard health system.

Engagement includes monitoring medication use, completing drug information requests, and driving performance improvement projects related to medication use across Lehigh Valley Health Network’s hospitals

Qualifications

• Pharmacist license required; PA licensure per state law.
• At least 1 year of pharmacist experience or a PGY-1 residency.
• Strong teamwork and ability to work under stress.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of care through formulary and medication management projects.
• Evaluates patient profiles for appropriateness of therapy and documents drug therapy recommendations.
• Monitors and guides pharmaceutical care through staff development and education.
• Supports patient care functions across the network, especially in specialty areas.
• Promotes ongoing clinical knowledge and staff education.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent judgment under stress

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or Doctorate in Pharmacy

Licensed Pharmacist in Pennsylvania (RP)

1 year Pharmacist experience or PGY-1 Residency

Job description

About Us

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Coordinates efforts related to clinical pharmacy initiatives. Provides support to the Therapeutics Committee in areas related to formulary management, medication use, and regulatory initiatives. Monitors and assesses the activity of the Clinical Staff Pharmacists, residents, and/or students and plays an active role in their ongoing development. Completes drug information requests and participates in educational efforts related to medication use. Identifies, organizes, and completes performance improvement projects related to medication use.

Job Duties

Ensures quality of care through formulary and/or medication management and quality improvement projects. Evaluates patient medical profiles for appropriateness of medication therapy based upon patient specific medical history, age, and physical status, and makes/documents drug therapy recommendations. Monitors, evaluates, and guides the provision of pharmaceutical care through staff/resident/student development and education. Supports patient care functions of the network, especially in area of specialty. Demonstrates a continual enhancement of clinical knowledge, professional development, and promotion of the pharmacy profession through training staff and/or students and residents.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Pharmacy or Doctorate Pharmacy
• 1 year Pharmacist experience or 1 year PGY-1 Residency
• Ability to accurately dispense and/or monitor medications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to make independent judgments under stressful situations at times.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to the distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs and pharmacy security.
• RP - Registered Pharmacist - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• BCPS - Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - State of Pennsylvania

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift: Evening Shift

Address: 2128 Blakeslee Boulevard Dr E Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Carbon

Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Per Diem Department: 1004-04027 Pharmacy - CAR

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community. LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.