Clinical Pharmacist I Alternative MTC Nights

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); Presencial; USD 110 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Shift differential pay 15%

Resumo da oferta

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist I to provide expert pharmaceutical care, ensuring safe and effective medication use and collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize outcomes.

The position involves medication therapy management, distribution, monitoring, and education of staff and learners. Strong regulatory knowledge and team collaboration are essential for success in this role.

Qualificações

• Doctorate of Pharmacy required unless US school of pharmacy in or before 2003 or foreign equivalent.
• Maryland Pharmacist License required.
• 1 year experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide medication therapy management and oversee distribution and monitoring of medications.
• Educate and collaborate with pharmacy, medical staff, nurses, and patients; serve as a preceptor when directed.
• Evaluate medication use and optimize therapy to improve quality and reduce costs while ensuring safety.
• Oversee pharmacy staff and ensure service standards are met and contribute to patient care plans.

Conhecimentos

Pharmacotherapy knowledge

Clinical pharmacy

Medication therapy management

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Formação académica

Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Maryland Pharmacist License

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Requirements

This position is eligible to receive 15% shift differential pay on top of the base pay rate.

General Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Clinical Pharmacist I Alternative to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing expert pharmaceutical care to patients, ensuring the safe and effective use of medications, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes. Join us in delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care and making a meaningful impact on patient health.

Job Summary

Responsible for providing medication therapy management services, both clinical and distributive tasks as necessary, in collaboration with other providers to assure that drug therapy is safe, effective, efficient, and cost-effective. Pharmacy services provided include, but are not limited to, medication distribution, medication therapy monitoring, medication orders management, drug information, and drug dosing; ensures that patient care is maintained through compliance with the department's policies, rules and regulations promulgated by the Board of Pharmacy, and other applicable regulatory bodies; provides oversight and direction to Pharmacy Technicians working within their area of practice; may provide training and education to onboarding team members and other learners, as requested through practical and didactic experiences; acts independently within the scope of their license and areas of expertise with the help of general policies, procedures and practice guidelines with support from Pharmacy Leadership; may be required to act in the capacity of another pharmacy leader in their absence or when designated to do so.

Specific responsibilities will be documented and retained internally by the Department of Pharmacy.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Provides pharmaceutical care to patients including the promotion of optimal drug therapy and safe use of medications. Assesses patient-specific data to evaluate medication needs, verifies medication orders, and oversees the preparation, dispensing, distribution and monitoring of all medications.
2. Collaborates and consults with and provides education to pharmacy and medical staff, nurses, allied health professionals, patients and caregivers. Acts as a preceptor for learners as directed.
3. Manages care, quality, and costs by engaging in the systematic and continuous process of evaluating and improving the utilization of medications in a patient population in order to enhance the quality, safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the medication use process.
4. Oversees and directs the work of other pharmacy staff and ensures service standards are met.
5. Participates in and/or provides direct patient care in any setting or capacity.
6. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

1. Prioritizes work responsibilities and manages multiple demands.
2. Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice.
3. Adheres to all best practice standards and guidelines within scope of professional practice and follows all hospital policies, procedures, and guidelines.
4. Maintains competency in work- and pharmacy-related technology and applications and supports orientation and/or training of team members when appropriate.
5. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively seeks guidance in areas of question.
6. Practices effective problem identification and resolution skills as a method of sound decision making. Accepts change as a part of the problem-solving process.
7. Demonstrates effective communication methods and skills, using lines of authority appropriately.
8. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, workshops, in-service meetings, etc.
9. Identifies the extent of the health system's adherence to best practices and guidelines relevant to medication management.
10. Attends hospital and departmental meetings as required.
11. Utilizes appropriate customer relations skills when interacting with patients, their families, visitors, team members, and others, to ensure all customers are treated with respect and dignity.
12. Represents the department on hospital committees, professional associates, and community organizations where appropriate.
13. Participates in the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines pertaining to medication use and management.
14. Maintains knowledgeability of the daily operations of UMMS, including the Pharmacy Department, through active engagement and awareness of departmental communications via mailbox, bulletin boards, and/or email.
15. Maintains knowledgeability of the mission, vision, and values of UMMS.
16. Review and evaluate medication orders for appropriateness, dosage, and potential interactions.
17. Monitor patient responses to medications and adjust therapies as needed in collaboration with the healthcare team.
18. Provide drug information and education to patients and healthcare providers.
19. Participate in clinical rounds and contribute to the development of patient care plans.
20. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and institutional policies related to pharmacy practice.
21. Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of pharmaceutical care activities.

Education & Experience

Required

1. Doctorate of Pharmacy Required (PharmD) unless graduated from U.S. School of Pharmacy in or before 2003 OR Foreign Equivalent.
2. Maryland Pharmacist License.

Preferred

1. One (1) year of experience preferred.
2. Strong knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, and clinical pharmacy practices.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Additional Information

1. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
2. Work Schedule: Overnight Shift - 7on/7off - 9:30 pm - 7:30 am
3. Compensation: This position is eligible to receive 15% shift differential pay on top of the base pay rate.