Clinical Pharmacist - Unit Based

University Hospitals

Cleveland (OH)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate +$3.25 per hour incentive pay

Job summary

A regional healthcare system in Cleveland, Ohio, seeks a Clinical Pharmacist to provide pharmacotherapeutic management for diverse patient populations. This role emphasizes collaboration within interdisciplinary teams to manage medication regimens for complex conditions and uphold therapeutic outcomes. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and a Registered Pharmacist license in Ohio. The position includes responsibilities in medication monitoring, documentation, and adherence to formulary policies, aimed at driving patient safety and effective pharmaceutical care.

Qualifications

Requires Registered Pharmacist (R.Ph) license in Ohio.
Previous experience using computerized unit dose and sterile products preferred.
Must have patient-focused clinical skills.

Responsibilities

Minimize order turnaround time.
Conduct medication monitoring and documentation.
Perform medication reconciliation and maintain inventory control.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Computer and office equipment proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Automated compounding systems

Job description

Clinical Pharmacist - Unit Based (2600020S)

The Unit-Based Clinical Pharmacist provides pharmacotherapeutic management through direct clinical assessment and targeted intervention for mixed-acuity patient populations. This role prioritizes collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, managing medication regimens for complex disease states and performing antimicrobial stewardship to ensure therapeutic outcomes. To drive financial sustainability, the pharmacist leads cost‑saving initiatives, including IV‑to‑PO conversions, formulary adherence, and proactive resource utilization strategies. The Unit-Based Clinical Pharmacist champions the patient experience by collaborating with the Cleveland Medical Center transitions of care team, ensuring comprehensive medication reconciliation reviews and the delivery of personalized bedside education.

The Unit-Based Clinical Pharmacist will staff the majority of their shifts on their assigned units, but will also rotate through centralized operational and clinical positions.

A Brief Overview

The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for the safe, effective, and fiscally responsible use of medications through the application of clinical knowledge, skills, and professional judgment. The Clinical Pharmacist serves as a patient advocate when planning and implementing pharmacy care by considering each patient’s disease states and background. These activities occur in all areas of pharmacy practice throughout the enterprise. The Clinical Pharmacist is legally responsible for the review and approval of all activities related to the dispensing of patient‑specific medications pursuant to a valid prescription or medication order from a practitioner as defined in ORC 4729, 4715, 4731, and/or 4741.

What You Will Do

Minimize order turnaround time
Medication monitoring and documentation
Documentation of clinical activities
Documentation and performance of medication reconciliation
Inventory control and adherence to Hospital Formulary policies
Adherence to local and system Policies and Procedures

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (Required) or

Work Experience

Previous experience in the practice area with emphasis on computerized unit dose, sterile products, and patient focused clinical skills (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Effective communication skills are essential (Required proficiency)
Computer and office equipment, automated compounding systems. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications