Pain Management Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

Veterans Health Administration; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration's East Orange campus seeks a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Pain Management) to act as a therapeutic expert in drug use and utilization. The role monitors drug use, makes recommendations, and educates staff on best practices within the scope of practice, contributing to positive patient outcomes.

The CPS will design, implement and monitor therapeutic plans, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and participate in budgetary considerations as needed to optimize

Qualifications

• Professional pharmacy practice knowledge and experience.
• Ability to design and monitor therapeutic plans for patients.
• Familiarity with ASHP-accredited residency or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor drug use and utilization within the clinic.
• Provide recommendations for correct drug utilization and safety.
• Educate medical center staff and providers on drug utilization.
• Act as a mid-level provider within scope of practice to manage medication therapy.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Therapeutic drug management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

BS Pharmacy or Pharm.D.

FPGEC Certification

US licensure (full, unrestricted)

Job description

Veterans Health Administration's East Orange campus seeks a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Pain Management) to act as a therapeutic expert in drug use and utilization. The role monitors drug use, makes recommendations, and educates staff on best practices within the scope of practice, contributing to positive patient outcomes.

The CPS will design, implement and monitor therapeutic plans, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and participate in budgetary considerations as needed to optimize