Clinical Pharmacist Ludington

Corewell Health; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discount directory

Optional identity theft protection

Retirement options

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Ludington is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to ensure safe and effective medication use. Responsibilities include consulting with patients and healthcare teams about drug therapy and evaluating patients for optimal outcomes. Ideal candidates possess a Pharmacy degree and relevant experience in a hospital pharmacy. This part-time position offers full benefits, including a comprehensive healthcare package and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy.
• 2 years of relevant experience in hospital pharmacy preferred.
• American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited residency in Pharmacy Practice preferred.
• LIC-Clinical Pharmacist - STATE_MI (90 Days required).
• LIC-Pharmacist Controlled Substance - STATE_MI (90 Days required).
• ACLS/PALS/BLS certifications (180 Days required).
• PharmD degree and possibly PGY1/PGY2 residency preferred.
• Inpatient experience a plus; part-time with full benefits.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and efficacy of medication use.
• Consult and educate patients and healthcare team on drug therapy.
• Evaluate patients and recommend dosage regimen adjustments.
• Provides dosage regimen recommendations to prescribers to optimize therapy and control costs.
• Supervises technicians, residents, interns, and other staff as appropriate.
• Maintains ongoing professional education and complies with requirements.

Skills

Medication safety

Patient counseling

Drug interaction assessment

Pharmacokinetics

Education

Bachelor's or Doctor of Pharmacy degree

ASHP-accredited Residency in Pharmacy Practice (preferred)

PharmD Degree

PGY1/PGY2 Residency preferred

Licensure as Clinical Pharmacist - Michigan (90 Days required)

Licensure as Pharmacist Controlled Substance - Michigan (90 Days required)

Job description

Overview

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About Corewell Ludington Hospital: For over a century, Corewell Health Ludington Hospital has provided comprehensive health care services for Mason and Oceana County residents and the thousands of tourists who visit each year. With our experienced, compassionate doctors and health teams, advanced technology, programs that improve well-being and the expertise and resources of a top health system, there is no better place for local care. Corewell Health Ludington Hospital is a 49-bed acute care hospital located in Mason County along the shore of Lake Michigan. Ludington Hospital offers a full range of services, including inpatient medical, surgical, step-down, obstetrical and critical care units. Outpatient services include a full-service laboratory; cancer and hematology services; a full complement of medical imaging diagnostic services, including advanced CT and MRI; a Women\'s Imaging Center with 3D mammography, bone density testing, and pelvic and breast ultrasound; comprehensive cardiopulmonary services; rehabilitation services, including cardiac, pulmonary and cancer rehab; and an array of outpatient surgical procedures. The hospital operates a 24-hour emergency department with private treatment rooms and a FastER track for faster treatment of minor illnesses and injuries. Specialty areas include general and vascular surgery, orthopedic surgery, pediatrics, ENT, oncology and hematology, emergency medicine, urology, family medicine, internal medicine, anesthesiology, radiology, pathology, ophthalmology, and obstetrics & gynecology. Corewell Health emphasizes customer service and patient-centered care, with state-of-the-art medical technology and a focus on respecting patients\' time. For more information, visit https://www.spectrumhealth.org/locations/ludington-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. 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 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 Spectrum 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 in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy
• 2 years of relevant experience in 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 Advanced 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 PharmD Degree and possibly a PGY1 or PGY2 Residency
• Inpatient experience would be a plus
• This is a Part-Time Position offering Full Benefits

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals
• 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, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location: Ludington Hospital - 1 Atkinson Dr - Ludington

Department Name: Pharmacy Services - Ludington

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 20

Hours of Work: Days

Days Worked: Variable

Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends

Corewell Health is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and compliance with vaccine requirements where applicable. We invite those who require accommodations to participate in the job application process. We welcome applicants regardless of 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. We support diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do. If you need assistance completing the application process, call 616.486.7447.