Clinical Pharmacist 7o/7o

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Alabama is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist at Baptist Medical Center East. The role focuses on clinical pharmacy services, supporting optimal patient outcomes through safe, cost-effective drug therapies. You will work with the Pharmacy Manager to develop and maintain systems across the department.

Requirements include PharmD or equivalent clinical experience, active Alabama RPH license, and BLS/ACLS certifications. Occasional on-site duties with a regular full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of pharmacy is required.
• PharmD degree preferred (or 2–3 years clinical experience).
• Active Alabama RPH license required.
• Alabama Controlled Substance certification required.
• BLS and ACLS required; BPS preferred.
• Additional certifications (PALS, NRP, etc.) may be required depending on area.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and medication calculations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical pharmacy services to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Work with the Manager, Pharmacy to develop, implement, and maintain systems.
• Ensure safe, cost-effective drug therapies and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Continuing education commitment

Computer order entry

Pharmaceutical calculations

Aseptic technique

Education

PharmD degree

Alabama Pharmacist License (RPH)

BLS certification

ACLS certification

BPS certification (preferred)

Other certifications (PALS/NRP)

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary: The Clinical Pharmacist shall be responsible for conducting clinical pharmacy services and ensuring that the pharmacy provides optimal clinical services on a daily basis. The Clinical Pharmacist will work with the Manager, Pharmacy to facilitate the development, implementation, and maintenance of systems that promote desirable patient outcomes through the use of safe, cost-effective drug therapies. This position may have additiona duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

Graduate of a school of pharmacy required, PharmD degree preferred (or 2-3 years clinical experience).

License / Certification

Active RPH required, Alabama Controlled Substance certification required, BLS required ACLS required, BPS preferred, Additional certifications (PALS, NRP, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Evidence of commitment to continuing education.
• Ability to accurately perform computer order entry duties.
• Proficient in needed pharmaceutical calculations and the metric system.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 30% of the workday and mobility 70% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Background noise may be low level but distracting. Much exposure to computer work. Minimal exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center East

Job

Clinical Pharmacist

Job Type

Regular-Full time

Shift

7 on / 7 off - First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.