Lead Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

AdventHealth; Kentucky; On-site; USD 66,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Manchester, Kentucky is seeking a licensed pharmacist to verify and enter medication orders, collaborate with medical staff, and ensure safe, effective therapy for patients.

The role involves direct patient care, pharmacotherapy assessment and therapeutic monitoring, participation in clinical research, and mentoring students and staff while supporting cost-effective drug therapy. 5+ years hospital experience preferred; PGY1/PGY2 training is valued.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist knowledge and clinical judgment required.
• Residency training or equivalent hospital experience preferred.
• Strong collaboration with healthcare teams essential.

Responsibilities

• Verifies and enters medication orders, communicates with medical staff to resolve issues.
• Provides direct patient care including pharmacotherapy assessment and therapeutic monitoring.
• Leads and participates in pharmacy practice programs and education for staff and students.
• Manages medication inventories and supervises technicians; ensures safe, cost-effective therapy.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Doctorate (PharmD)

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

210 MARIE LANGDON DR

City:

MANCHESTER

State:

Kentucky

Postal Code:

40962

Job Description:

Verifies and enters medication orders, proactively communicating with medical staff to resolve problems.Provide direct patient care, including pharmacotherapy assessment, therapeutic monitoring, pharmacokinetic dosing, and transitions-of-care. Participates in clinical research and trials related to specialized areas. Provides accurate, safe, and timely medication therapy, and promotes cost-effective drug therapy. Precept, mentor, and educate pharmacy students, residents, and staff, and provide continuing education to interdisciplinary team members. Contribute to scholarly activity and professional advancement through publications, presentations, and committee involvement. Other duties as assigned. Leads and facilitates pharmacy practice programs, direct patient care services, and medication systems. Initiates and facilitates appropriate drug dosing and manages medication-related pharmacist consults. Performs all pharmacist functions, actively participating in established standard work parameters and providing coverage of all pharmacy areas. Supervises technician and intern practice, prioritizes and organizes workflow, and checks accuracy of pharmacy technician activities. Accurately manages medication inventories, and prepares and dispenses patient-specific medication doses.Completes critical medication order scrutiny, drug profile review, and patient monitoring to identify, prevent, or mitigate medication-related problems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• N/A

Education:

• Bachelor's [Required]

• Doctorate [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• in Pharmacy

Work Experience:

• Completion of Post Graduate Year One (PGY1) residency [Required] AND

• Post Graduate Year Two (PGY2) residency in specialty practice, OR

• 5+ years of contemporary hospital or specialty practice experience consistent with institutional needs [Required]

Additional Information:

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed Pharmacist (RPH) [Required]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

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Pay Range:

$48.36 - $89.96

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.