Outpatient Retail Clinical Pharmacist

denverhealth; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 119,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

Retirement contributions

Health coverage

Well-being programs

Tuition assistance

Career advancement pathways

Professional development

Job summary

Denver Health is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join our outpatient retail team at Pena FHC Pharmacy. Under general supervision, you will supply medications, educate patients and healthcare workers, and ensure safe, effective drug use.

You will supervise technicians, oversee compounding, support drug utilization programs, and help develop policies. Required PharmD or BPharm; 1–3 years PGY1 preferred; Colorado licensure with ACLS/BLS/PALS/PBID certifications.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist license in Colorado.
• PGY1 residency experience preferred.
• ACLS/BLS/PALS/PBID certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and clarifies orders for all medications.
• Researches and responds to drug information requests.
• Monitors drug therapies for appropriateness and formulary adherence.
• Provides therapeutic drug monitoring where applicable.
• Supervises pharmacy technicians and support staff.

Skills

Drug information

Pharmacy supervision

Communication skills

Epic software

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Pharmacy Doctorate (PharmD) or BPharm

Tools

Epic EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Outpatient Retail Clinical Pharmacist to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

Pena FHC Pharmacy

Job Summary

The Clinical Pharmacist ("Pharmacist") under general supervision, supplies medications and other pharmaceuticals needed for adequate patient care according to professional standards and regulatory requirements. Educates patients and healthcare workers relative to drugs and medications usage, adverse drug reactions, side effects, contraindications, etc. according to professional standards.

Manages the day-to-day activities of the pharmacy support staff.

Essential Functions

• Interprets and clarifies orders for all types of medications.
• Researches and responds promptly to drug information requests.
• Monitors drug therapies for appropriateness and formulary adherence.
• Provides therapeutic drug monitoring of targeted medications as applicable.
• Monitors drug therapy for potential drug-drug, drug-food, and drug-disease interactions.
• Advises patients, family and medical staff on use of various medications including dosage, side effects, drug interactions and composition.
• Directly supervises the work of pharmacy technicians and support staff as required by the Colorado Board of Pharmacy. (35%)
• Prepares or oversees the compounding, labeling and packaging of sterile or non-sterile medications, products and pharmaceuticals in accordance with all regulatory requirements as applicable.
• Acts as a consultant on medication-related issues and assisting in coordinating the drug utilization programs.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of policies & procedures when warranted.
• Maintains secure storage and records of all medications in accordance with manufacturer, state and federal requirements.
• Complies with established departmental and DHHA policies and procedures, quality improvement, and safety initiatives.
• Completes and meets the competency standards including education and training that is specific to the patient populations and practice site served. Keeps job knowledge current.
• Assists in the training of pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy interns, pharmacy students, and pharmacy technicians.
• Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, huddles, and departmental trainings as applicable. (35%)
• Understands patient safety goals and other quality metrics that affect area of practice.
• Reports and follows up on medication or patient safety issues as needed; works to resolve problems in a manner that will improve patient safety and team efficiency.
• Reports medication events (adverse drug reactions and medication errors) using the organizations' event reporting system.
• Collaborates with key stakeholders across the health system regarding patient care and projects.
• Adheres to and complies with and demonstrates support for the mission and values of Denver Health.
• Adheres to Denver Health and departmental standards of behavior and attendance guidelines. (30%)

Education

Doctorate Degree PharmD (preferred) or BPharm Required

Work Experience

1-3 years PGY1 residency completion preferred

Licenses

• PHA-Licensed Pharmacist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association
• BCPS-Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties
• PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association
• PBID-Pharmacy Based Immunization Delivery - BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to interact with other members of the healthcare team and with pharmacy leadership.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of pharmacy.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacy related state and federal laws.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate sound problem solving/decision making skills with practical, efficient, economical, and reasonable solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.
• Proficiency with electronic health record software, Epic preferred.

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$57.21 - $91.54 / hr

Benefits

• generous paid time off
• fully paid parental leave
• exceptional retirement contributions
• comprehensive health coverage
• nationally recognized well-being programs
• tuition assistance
• career advancement pathways
• professional development

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while