Clinical Pharmacist — Rappahannock General Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Kilmarnock (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist for Rappahannock General Hospital to participate in clinical programs ensuring safe and effective medication use. This role requires graduates from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy and a current pharmacist license. Responsibilities include medication management, collaboration with healthcare teams, and patient education.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive working environment focused on patient care and wellness.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required).
• Maintains a current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required).
• 3 years of equivalent experience or pharmacy residency.

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical programs for patient care improvement.
• Ensure safe and appropriate use of medications.
• Engage in cost-containment efforts for medication utilization.

Skills

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Stress management

Customer service

Analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

BS or PharmD from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy

Advanced pharmacy degree (Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency)

Tools

MS Office

Drug databases

Job description

Overview

Bon Secours Mercy Health is a faith-based and patient-focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. The organization seeks people committed to its values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and communities thrive.

Job Title

Clinical Pharmacist — Rappahannock General Hospital

Job Summary

The Clinical Pharmacist participates in clinical programs and initiatives 50-90% of the time with a consistent schedule. The Clinical Pharmacist ensures safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies.

Essential Functions

• Activities may include but are not limited to medication management activities typically for a specific clinical area of focus or patient population
• Participate in clinical programs to improve patient care, optimize medication therapy and promote health and disease prevention
• Perform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomes
• Maintain proficiency in order processing and support pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability
• Engage in and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resources
• Collaborate and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy team members, other health care professionals, and leaders to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programs
• Identify, document and resolve potential and actual adverse medication events; may evaluate and report on data event reporting system for trending and prevention purposes
• Perform medication education to ensure improved patient/associate understanding and compliance consistent with department guidance
• Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assigned
• Process orders and provide medication review for appropriateness, safety and efficacy during order processing and perform any necessary clinical support duties as needed

Education

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)
• Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)
• Valid state issued ID (required)
• ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (preferred)
• Immunization Certified (preferred)

Experience

• Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform pharmaceutical assessments and develop patient management plans (required)
• Pharmacy residency or 3 years equivalent experience; General pharmacotherapy certification (BCPS) or other certification approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• Relationship building
• Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements
• Handle hazardous drugs
• Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation
• Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databases
• Advanced knowledge of medications, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost
• Regulatory compliance
• Develop SMART goals and objectives
• Utilize SBAR format
• Provide medication education
• Analytical skills - database management, data presentation, data and metrics interpreting
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Customer service for internal and external customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Coaching and mentoring
• Organization
• Stress management

Training

• Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]