Informatics Pharmacist Clinical Specialist

Overlake; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 158,288 - 237,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance premiums as low as $0

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year

Generous retirement plan matching

Job summary

Overlake is seeking an Informatics Pharmacist in Bellevue, WA, to oversee IT components crucial for medication management. The role involves supporting automated dispensing systems, optimizing pharmacy workflows, and collaborating with a diverse team.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Pharmacy and is a registered pharmacist in Washington, with a minimum of three years of hospital pharmacy experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are critical. This is an onsite role with a competitive salary range of $158,288 - $237,432.

Qualifications

• Registered pharmacist in Washington.
• Three years of hospital pharmacy experience required, five years preferred.
• Good knowledge of using spreadsheets and analyzing data.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support automated dispensing systems.
• Optimize pharmacy automation systems.
• Collaborate with Epic and I.T. analysts on medication-use processes.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Understanding of financial reports

Effective interpersonal skills

Education

B.S. in pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy

Advanced degree and/or ASHP accredited residency

Tools

Epic system

Spreadsheets

Job description

Welcome to a medical center where you're the center of attention.

Pay range:

Salary $158,288.00 - $237,432.00

Overlake Medical Center & Clinics has a great opportunity for an Informatics Pharmacist to join our dynamic team of engaged professionals.

This position will be responsible for the Information Technology components which have a connection to the ordering, dispensing, or administration of medications as it relates to automated dispensing and the electronic health record. This includes development, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and support. Assists in the broader process of clinical systems implementation, problem identification and resolution to ensure Pharmacy systems are functioning and coordinated with the core systems in use.

• Participate in the maintenance and support of automated dispensing systems (ADS), including oversight of pharmacy technicians who have direct responsibility for supporting automation systems in the department.
• Build new entries into the Epic system, investigate issues related to ADS and Epic, and regularly communicate with pharmacy staff and Epic team members about these systems.
• Optimize pharmacy automation systems, and medication databases, as well as to refine processes in Epic as it relates to medication safety and optimizing workflows.
• Oversight and maintenance of financial issues of pharmacy charging, working closely with the compliance team, reviewing medication charges, and to audit data when required.
• Member of the pharmacy leadership team, helping to lead a team of about 30 professional pharmacists and 30 technical staff in a state-of-the-art pharmacy.
• Collaborates with Epic and I.T. analysts to investigate & problem-solve issues and recommend solutions related to medication-use processes.
• Identifies and engages in pharmacy quality improvement activities to enhance safety related to electronic systems as well as to optimize pharmacy workflows.
• Good knowledge of using spreadsheets, analyzing data in reports, and the ability to organize data in a meaningful way to communicate with analysts and team members.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be involved.

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Qualifications

• B.S. in pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy required. Advanced degree and/or ASHP accredited residency preferred.
• Must be a registered pharmacist in the state of Washington.
• Three years of hospital pharmacy experience required, five years preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of financial reports
• Effective interpersonal skills critical

Why join Overlake?

We're proud to offer benefits that support you in every stage of your career and life. But it's our inspirational culture that has made us one of America's Top 150 places to work in healthcare for several years in a row.

• Local, visible leaders who care about you.
• A values-based work environment.
• Medical insurance premiums as low as $0 per month.
• Many Overlake services covered at 100%.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
• Generous retirement plan matching starting at 5% and increasing to 7% after five years with immediate vesting.
• Pre-tax and Roth after tax retirement savings plans.
• An expanded Employee Assistance Program.
• A caregiver support program to help with everything from childcare to eldercare.
• Free parking and Orca transit passes.

If this sounds like an environment where you'll thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

How much will this job pay?

Posted pay ranges represent the entire pay scale, from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional pay based on shift, certification or level of education. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience and internal equity. If you have questions about Overlake's pay practices, employee benefits or the pay for a specific position, please contact [e-mail]