Clinical Pharmacy Specialist / ED / ICU / NST

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta seeks a PRN clinical pharmacist to provide expert pharmaceutical care in specialty areas such as oncology, transplant, critical care, or nutrition support. The role emphasizes assessment of drug therapy, making recommendations, and serving as a preceptor for students and residents, while supporting ongoing clinical skill development.

Emory emphasizes patient- and family-centered care within a high-acuity environment, with on-call weekend requirements for

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Eligible for Georgia licensure prior to start date.
• ASHP-ACCREDITED PGY1 and PGY2 residencies or equivalent.
• BPS certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a clinical expert in specialty practice areas (oncology, transplant, critical care, nutrition support).
• Assesses and evaluates drug therapy and makes recommendations.
• Serves as a preceptor for students and residents and as a resource for advancing clinical skills.

Skills

GA Licensure Eligibility

PGY1/PGY2 Residency

BPS Certification Preferred

BLS Certification

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Job description

Overview

This position is PRN and works on an as needed basis. Emory Healthcare is an academic medical center with a high acuity patient population. Our pharmacy staff work side by side with our fellow health care providers creating an interdisciplinary team approach to patient care. The Pharmacy at Emory’s goal is to provide patient- and-family centered medication management to the patients we serve and defining a new standard of care for humankind. Non-management positions - schedule may include weekend on-call requirements.

Description

Functions as a clinical expert in a specialty practice area (e.g. oncology, transplant, critical care, and/or nutrition support). Assesses and evaluation drug therapy and makes recommendations as appropriate. Serves as a preceptor for students and residents and serves as a resource for pharmacists advancing their clinical skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of pharmacy;
• Eligible for Georgia Licensure. Candidate is required to be licensed in Georgia prior to official start date;
• ASHP-ACCREDITED PGY1 and PGY 2 residencies or equivalent experience.
• BPS certified preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail] . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.