Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Cardiology Float

West Virginia University Hospital, Inc; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist Specialist to provide exceptional pharmaceutical care. This full-time position involves direct patient care, operational duties, and leadership within the pharmacy profession. Responsibilities include monitoring drug therapy, providing patient education, and ensuring medication safety. The role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in clinical research. If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in West Virginia.
• Basic Life Support certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring drug therapy and participating in medical rounds.
• Providing leadership and guiding care for patients.
• Dispensing medications and supervising pharmacy technicians.

Skills

Time management

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

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Job Overview

Responsible for providing pharmaceutical care at West Virginia University Hospitals through direct patient care, operational, educational, and administrative activities. The role also involves leadership within the pharmacy profession.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, Certification, and Licensure:
• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an ACPE-accredited school.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in West Virginia or license eligibility, with licensure obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification within 60 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pharm.D. from an ACPE-accredited school.
• Experience with PGY-2 or PGY-1 residencies, board certification, or relevant pharmacist experience.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

This section describes the general nature of work. Other duties may be assigned.

• Monitoring drug therapy and participating in medical rounds.
• Providing leadership and guiding care for patients.
• Assisting with admission, discharge planning, and patient education.
• Providing drug information and educational programs.
• Maintaining professional competence through ongoing education and research.
• Participating in quality assurance, performance improvement, and clinical research activities.
• Reviewing medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Ensuring medication safety and compliance with policies.
• Dispensing medications and supervising pharmacy technicians.
• Participating in training, research, and departmental planning.

Physical Requirements

• Walking and standing for long periods.
• Lifting up to 30 pounds and pushing 50 pounds.
• Dexterity for handling and reaching tasks.

Working Environment

Characteristics of the work environment, with accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Skills and Abilities

• Time management.
• Effective communication.
• Teamwork.

Additional Job Details

This full-time Clinical Pharmacist Specialist position covers adult inpatient cardiology services, including general cardiology, heart failure, cardiovascular surgery, and CVICU. Schedule is day shifts with some weekends and holidays. Responsibilities include order verification, drug information, medication management, pharmacokinetics, patient counseling, and operational coordination. Non-clinical duties include precepting, committee involvement, and research/quality projects. The specialist will also be part of the adult Code Blue team.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Days

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Location: 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV

Equal Opportunity Statement

WVUHS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics is strictly prohibited.