Clinical Pharmacist, Pediatrics

Baptist Health; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Montgomery, AL seeks a Clinical Pharmacist for Pediatrics to lead clinical pharmacy activities in the assigned area and support staff development to meet competency standards. The role emphasizes safe, evidence-based medication therapy and program leadership within the department.

The Pharmacist will participate in planning and follow-up of new programs, provide oversight and guidance, and help ensure cost-effective medication use across pediatric services.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree required; PharmD preferred; ASHP residency or 2+ years experience.
• Active Alabama Pharmacist license with CS cert required.
• BLS required; additional certifications may be needed depending upon area assigned

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for clinical pharmacy activities within pediatrics.
• Support staff development to meet competency standards.
• Oversee planning, organization, and implementation of new programs.
• Promote safe, cost-effective medication therapy across the department.

Skills

Team leadership

Organization

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

PharmD degree

ASHP-accredited residency

Tools

MS Office

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, Pediatrics shall provide leadership for all clinical pharmacy activities within assigned area. This individual shall provide support for staff development so that staff meets minimum competency standards. The Pharmacist shall maintain knowledge of current pharmaceutical practices and policies. Additionally, the Pharmacist will support management by providing oversight, guidance, and support for all assigned areas. This individual shall participate in the planning, organization, implementation, and follow up of new programs and activities. The Pharmacist will promote safe, appropriate, and cost-effective medication therapy throughout the department. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience:

Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy required, PharmD degree preferred. Completion of an ASHP-accredited residency program or a minimum of 2 years' experience.

Licensure/Certification:

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

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.
• Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance.
• Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Proficient in pharmaceutical calculations.
• Knowledgeable in aseptic technique.

Primary Location:

Baptist Medical Center East

Job:

Clinical Pharmacist, Pediatrics

Clinical Pharmacist, Pediatrics

Job Type:

Regular-Full time

Shift:

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