Clinical Pharmacist - Unit Based - Acute Care/ICU

University Hospitals

Cleveland (OH)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

University Hospitals in Cleveland seeks a Clinical Pharmacist for unit-based care in Acute Care/ICU. You will verify orders, dispense medications, monitor therapy, document clinical activities, and participate in reconciliation and formulary adherence.

This full-time role requires Ohio pharmacy license, a PharmD or B.Pharm, and strong communication. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes while complying with PHI and hospital policies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy is required.
Pharm D degree is required.
Registered Pharmacist (R.Ph) in Ohio is required.

Responsibilities

Accurate order verification.
Accurate dispensing.
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.

Skills

Effective communication

Computer proficiency

Pharmacy knowledge

Automated compounding systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Pharm D degree

Job description

Job Description - Clinical Pharmacist - Unit Based - Acute Care/ICU (260008YV)

Clinical Pharmacist - Unit Based - Acute Care/ICU - ( 260008YV )

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

Accurate order verification
Accurate dispensing
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
Pharm D degree. (Required)

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