Clinical Pharmacy Manager - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Pharmacy Clinical Manager responsible for overseeing clinical pharmacy operations. The manager will develop clinical pharmacy programs, promote safe medication practices, and provide oversight for pharmacy staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. This position requires a strong background in pharmacy operations and leadership expertise.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Pharmacist Licensure – State Board of Pharmacy is required.
• 3 years of hospital pharmacy experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees clinical pharmacy operations and programs.
• Promotes safe pharmaceutical care and formulary compliance.
• Leads local Formulary Committee and manages pharmacy staff.

Skills

Clinical Knowledge

Leadership

Project Management

Problem Solving

Quality Monitoring

Pharmacy Operations

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD

Pharmacy Residency

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

S cheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Summary

The Pharmacy Clinical Manager is responsible for clinical pharmacy operations in a dynamic and patient-focused environment through the development of clinical pharmacy programs and initiatives to promote safe and cost-effective pharmaceutical care. This role actively participating in drug shortage and formulary management as approved by local committee and BSMH System Formulary Committee and provides leadership and pharmacy associate oversight for pharmacy staff. This role ensures that appropriate and evidence based drug utilization in accordance with state and federal regulatory requirements and participates in multi-disciplinary activities with medical staff and nursing as well as pharmacoeconomic projects to ensure appropriate drug therapy.

Essential Job Functions

*Provides management and oversight of clinical pharmacy programs and initiatives within the department and support system-level initiatives involving changes for pharmaceutical care across the hospital.

*Promotes safe and cost-effective pharmaceutical care, and institute clinical initiatives for maintaining formulary compliance

*Selects, trains, orients, and assigns department staff to schedules. Develops standards of performance, evaluates performance, and initiates recommendations for personnel actions. Lead professional development of pharmacy staff and evaluate subordinate and system performance regularly

*Develops and establishes clinical procedures consistent with accrediting bodies, as well as state and federal rules overseeing pharmacy practice. Establish policies to ensure adequate execution

*Develops and maintains professional relationships with nursing and medical staff through education and hospital committee participation in order to achieve department and ministry goals

*Responsible for the clinical aspects of the department and hospital(s) as related to optimal drug therapy for patients. This may entail oversight and appointment of clinical pharmacy staff for drug expertise on committees, overseeing drug evaluations, and monitoring formulary use and department drug shortages

*Leads local Formulary Committee as applicable and participate on system clinical, health record, and formulary committees. Responsible for the implementation of formulary decisions

*Demonstrates the value of clinical pharmacy services and support financial planning, budgeting, and capital projects as assigned by the Director.

*Facilitates the education of pharmacy students and residents

*Oversees medication safety and quality measure in accordance with state and federal regulatory requirements

*This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Pharmacy Technicians may practice at the top of their respective State Licensing Board Regulations.

Licensing/Certification

Pharmacist Licensure – State Board of Pharmacy (required)

BPS Board Certification (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD (required)

Pharmacy Residency (preferred)

Work Experience

3 years of hospital pharmacy experience (required)

Patient Population

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*

May have periods of constant interruptions

General office environment

Prolonged periods of working alone

*Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%

Stoop/Kneel 1-33%

Crawling 0%

Climbing 0%

Balance 1-33%

Bending 1-33%

Sitting 34-66%

Walking 1-33%%

Standing 1-33%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity - far

Acuity - near

Hazards

Depth perception

Skills

Prescriptions

Medical Prescriptions

Patient medications

Leadership

Mentorship

Training Employees

People Leadership

People Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Professional Judgement

Time Management

Clinical Knowledge

Change Management

Project Management

Pharmacy Operations

Quality Monitoring

Problem Solving

Clinical Pharmacy

Budgeting

Pharmacy Compliance

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Pharmacy - Springfield

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll 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 Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, 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] .