Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Geriatrics Clinic

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist to operate in our ambulatory geriatrics clinics, collaborating with an interprofessional team to optimize patient care. The role reports to an Ambulatory Pharmacy Manager and emphasizes strong communication and time management in a team setting.

The ideal candidate holds a PharmD from an ACPE-accredited school, with PGY1 required and PGY2 in Ambulatory Care or board certification preferred.

Qualifications

• The Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited school is required.
• Completion of a PGY1 residency; PGY2 in Ambulatory Care or board certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interprofessional team in geriatrics clinic.
• Provide safe, efficient patient care in ambulatory setting.
• Participate in outpatient pharmacotherapy optimization and patient outcomes.

Skills

Clinical collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Job description

Job Description Summary

The clinical pharmacy specialist will work within our outpatient clinics to help optimize patient outcomes and participate in interprofessional collaboration. This position reports to an Ambulatory Pharmacy Manager and collaborates closely with the clinic’s healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will be motivated, possess a wide clinical knowledge base, demonstrate strong communication and time management skills, and be able to work in a team environment to provide safe and efficient patient care.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC000602 CHS - Pharmacotherapy - Ambulatory Clinic (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-34

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Purpose: As a member of the ambulatory pharmacotherapy team, you will be part of an interprofessional team within a Geriatrics clinic.

Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (Include physical and mental demands of the position-attach demands checklist if necessary:

The position of Clinical Pharmacy Specialist requires a doctoral degree in Pharmacy from an ACPE Accredited School of Pharmacy.

Preferred: Completion of a clinical pharmacy residency program: Two years of clinical or hospital pharmacy experience may substitute for the clinical pharmacy residency program.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education: Completion of a PGY1 residency required. Completion of a PGY2 in Ambulatory Care, equivalent experience or board certification preferred.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

As a part time FTE, this position is not eligible for benefits.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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