Clinical Pharmacist/Pharmacy Clinical Specialist - Emergency Department

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 101,900 - 155,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Retirement savings contributions

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist for the Emergency Department at Lutheran Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio. This critical role involves providing pharmacotherapy recommendations, supporting patient care, and ensuring compliance with national standards.

The ideal candidate must have a PharmD, current state licensure, and skills in medication safety. The position includes Monday through Friday shifts and a weekend rotation.

Compensation ranges from $101,900 to $155,390 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh) or eligible for reciprocation within 90 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required for immunization administration.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify medication orders and provide recommendations.
• Support antimicrobial stewardship and respond to emergent situations.
• Provide drug information and medication education to caregivers and patients.

Skills

Pharmacotherapy recommendations

Antimicrobial stewardship

Medication safety initiatives

Education

PharmD or Bachelor's of Science in Pharmacy

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world‑class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. On our team you will provide stellar patient care, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a meaningful career at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Clinical Pharmacist – Emergency Department serves as the dedicated decentralized pharmacist for the Emergency Department at Lutheran Hospital, a community teaching hospital providing a broad range of inpatient and emergency medicine services. As a key member of the interdisciplinary care team, this role partners closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other caregivers to optimize medication therapy and support high‑acuity patient care.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify medication orders, providing real‑time pharmacotherapy recommendations.
• Support antimicrobial stewardship initiatives and serve as the primary pharmacy resource within the Emergency Department.
• Respond to trauma activations, stroke alerts, cardiac arrests, rapid clinical deteriorations, and other emergent situations.
• Provide drug information, medication education, and consultative support to caregivers and patients.
• Document services in a complete, accurate, and timely manner.
• Actively contribute to medication safety initiatives.
• Ensure pharmacy operations comply with national accreditation standards.
• Direct staff appropriately to provide safe and efficient care while maintaining professional relationships with all caregivers.

A caregiver will primarily work Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 7:30 pm, decentralized in the Emergency Department, with schedules subject to operational needs. The position includes a weekend rotation on day shift from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, occurring every fifth or eighth weekend. Caregivers will participate in a holiday rotation of approximately one holiday per year based on departmental needs. There are no on‑call requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• PharmD or Bachelor’s of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college of Pharmacy.
• Current State licensure as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh) or eligibility for reciprocation in current state within 90 days of hire.
• For individuals required to administer immunizations, Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross and completion of a Board of Pharmacy approved course in the administration of immunizations or certification obtained within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certification.
• Prior emergency room or inpatient experience.
• Completion of a Post‑Graduate Year 1 Residency (PGY1), fellowship or relevant post‑graduate pharmacy experience.
• Post‑graduate year 2 residency (PGY2) or relevant experience preferred for Clinical Pharmacists hired in a Specialized Pharmacy practice area.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, approximately 75% of shift and continuously for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer and dispensing functions, and ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Position often includes reaching, stretching, stooping, climbing steps and sitting.
• Must have normal or corrected vision.
• Must be able to communicate verbally by phone or in person.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $101,900.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $155,390.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.) or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).