Hospital Clinical Pharmacist: Patient-Centered Therapy Lead

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. seeks a Clinical Pharmacist to oversee the medication distribution system for their area and to ensure drugs are indicated, effective, safe, and convenient for patients.

The role involves preventing and resolving drug therapy problems, monitoring responses, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies and the formulary. Collaboration with the care team is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pharmacokinetic principles required for medication dosing.
• Monitor patients for response to medications.
• Promote and assure compliance with the hospital formulary and policies.
• Provide care that is appropriate to the patient’s age and background.
• RP - Registered Pharmacist - State of Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Assures the appropriateness of drug therapy and compliance with hospital policies.
• Oversees the distribution of medications throughout TJUH.
• Supports implementation of processes to assure the quality of Pharmacy services.
• Trains staff as assigned (e.g., residents, interns, technicians, new pharmacists).
• Precepts student pharmacists as assigned. See Preceptor Development & Evaluation Programpolicy.

Skills

Pharmacokinetic principles

Medication monitoring

Formulary compliance

Patient care

Communication with staff

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

PA Pharmacist License (RP)

Job description

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. seeks a Clinical Pharmacist to oversee the medication distribution system for their area and to ensure drugs are indicated, effective, safe, and convenient for patients.

The role involves preventing and resolving drug therapy problems, monitoring responses, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies and the formulary. Collaboration with the care team is essential.