Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - CVICU

DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Education opportunities

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Michigan is seeking a clinical pharmacist to deliver primary and consultative pharmacy services across pediatric care teams. The role emphasizes evidence-based drug therapy and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and residents.

You will review orders, adjust dosing, participate in rounds, and contribute to education for students and staff, while advancing clinical research and program development in a supportive Tenet environment.

Qualifications

• PharmD or equivalent degree from an accredited college/school of pharmacy required.
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency or hospital pharmacy experience required.
• Minimum 2–5 years of clinical pharmacy experience, or equivalent training, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and consultative pharmacy services to patients.
• Review medication orders for safety, appropriateness, and cost effectiveness.
• Perform pharmacokinetic analysis and dosing adjustments with monitoring parameters.
• Participate in patient care rounds and advise on drug therapy with the care team.
• Oversee and train residents, interns, and pharmacy students in clinical settings.
• Deliver education programs for patients and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical pharmacy

Precepting

Leadership

Education

PharmD degree

ASHP residency (PGY1)

Job description

Children's Hospital of Michigan is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Summary

Under limited direction, and according to established policies and procedures, provides clinical pharmacy services including primary and consultative services to patients and health care providers to ensure optimal drug utilization in assigned specialty area. Participates in clinical research, oversees and/or participates in the preparation and dispensing of medications. Provides education and training to medical and pharmacy students and residents.

1. Provides primary care and consultative services to patients and health care providers in assigned specialty area(s).*
2. Reviews medication orders to ensure accurate, rational, and cost effective drug therapy. This includes choice of appropriate drug, indication, route and rate of administration.*
3. Assesses patient's drug therapy; performs pharmacokinetic analysis with appropriate adjustments in dosing, and identifies monitoring parameters and therapeutic outcomes in consultation with the patients.*
4. Participates in patient care rounds and consults with health care providers to ensure optimal drug therapy; makes recommendations regarding selection, dosing and administration of medications.*
5. Oversees and coordinates the activities of technical staff/pharmacists/interns assigned to specialty area. Assists in the orientation and training of other departmental personnel.*
6. Precepts residents, graduate and undergraduate students from accredited Colleges of Pharmacy in clinical clerkship experiences.*
7. Obtains medication histories, maintains and monitors medication profiles, and provides medication consultation for patients in the ambulatory clinics when appropriate.*
8. Plans, provides and evaluates educational classes for patients and/or health care professionals, as appropriate.*
9. Participates in the development and production of in-service lectures, clinical case conferences, newsletter articles and other staff development programs for pharmacy or other health care providers.*
10. Participates in on-going clinical research projects and other scholarly activities as appropriate; prepares reports or materials for publication.*
11. Participates in MUE and ADR activities, and in the planning, implementation and evaluation of other programs designated by the Medication Use Committee and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.*
12. Participates in appropriate committees.*
13. Adheres to system, hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and objectives; maintains a professional appearance and a clean, safe environment.*
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

* * The essential functions of this job include but are not limited to those marked with an asterisk.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent degree from an accredited college or school of pharmacy required.
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited residency program (PGY1) or equivalent hospital pharmacy experience required.
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years of clinical pharmacy experience, or equivalent combination of advanced training and professional experience, preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in a specialized area of clinical pharmacy practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• PGY2 residency in Critical Care Pharmacy or equivalent advanced specialty training preferred.
• Board certification in a relevant pharmacy specialty is preferred.
• Ability to function as a clinical resource and subject matter expert within a designated specialty practice area.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and teamwork.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively educate and communicate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, students, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to precept, mentor, and support pharmacy students, residents, and other learners in both academic and clinical settings.
• Proven record of professionalism, reliability, accountability, and initiative.
• Ability to assume additional responsibilities and contribute to departmental and organizational goals.

Facility Description

Children's Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children's Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children's Hospital of Michigan, Children's Hospital of Michigan - Troy and six ambulatory sites.

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