Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Ambulatory Care - Full Time / Rotating

Davita Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Philadelphia seeks a Clinical Pharmacist to oversee medication distribution and resolve therapy issues. This role requires a Doctor of Pharmacy, with various experience paths available. The position emphasizes patient safety and effective medication management, contributing to high-quality clinical care.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Educational benefits

Life and disability insurance

Qualifications

• Completion of PGY2 Pharmacy Specialty Residency PLUS 2 years of relevant experience; OR PGY1 PLUS 4 years experience; OR no residency PLUS 7 years.
• Pharmacist License in Pennsylvania required.
• Board Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the medication distribution system.
• Identify and resolve drug therapy problems.
• Ensure medications are indicated and safe for patients.

Skills

Medication Management

Clinical Problem Solving

Patient Safety

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy

Job description

Job Details

The Clinical Pharmacist oversees the medication distribution system for their area of responsibility. In addition, the Clinical Pharmacist identifies, prevents, and resolves drug therapy problems by ensuring each medication is indicated, effective, safe, and convenient for the patient.

Job Description

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education:

• Doctor of Pharmacy Completion of PGY2 Pharmacy Specialty Residency PLUS 2 years of relevant experience; OR Completion of PGY1 Pharmacy Residency PLUS 4 years of relevant experience; OR Completion of no residency PLUS 7 years of relevant experience

Experience:

Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements:

• Pharmacist License in the State of Pennsylvania
• Board Certification from the Board of Pharmacy Specialties preferred.
• In lieu of board certification through Board of Pharmacy Specialties, specialized certification in the area of clinical practice by the pharmacist may be deemed acceptable. To be evaluated on a case-bycase basis by the pharmacy supervisor.

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

111 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.