Pediatric Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (Endocrinology)

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist position at Cook Children’s Health Care System in Fort Worth focuses on safe, effective medication management for pediatric patients in an ambulatory setting, with a primary emphasis in the Endocrinology Clinic and specialty pharmacy coordination.

Collaborating with physicians and clinic staff, you will review charts, counsel patients and families, monitor therapy, and develop plans to optimize outcomes while maintaining patient safety and adherence to

Qualifications

• Graduate from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy is required.
• Texas Pharmacist License or eligibility for Texas licensure.
• Pharmacist and pharmacy preceptor licensure must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Basic Life Support certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification within 60 days of hire.
• PGY1 residency or 3 years of comparable health-system experience preferred but not required.
• Previous pediatric hospital experience and specialty pharmacy experience are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and coordinate transition of care for chronically ill pediatric patients.
• Perform comprehensive medication management and counsel patients/caregivers; monitor therapy and adjust as needed.
• Review charts to prevent or manage drug-related problems and interactions.
• Offer consultative pharmacotherapy services to other healthcare professionals.
• Identify and implement improvements in the medication-use system to enhance safety and outcomes.
• Develop training and education opportunities for students, residents, or staff.

Skills

Patient-centered

Innovative

Adaptable

Autonomous

Education

Pharmacy degree (PharmD) from ACPE-accredited school

Job description

The Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist position at Cook Children’s Health Care System in Fort Worth focuses on safe, effective medication management for pediatric patients in an ambulatory setting, with a primary emphasis in the Endocrinology Clinic and specialty pharmacy coordination.

Collaborating with physicians and clinic staff, you will review charts, counsel patients and families, monitor therapy, and develop plans to optimize outcomes while maintaining patient safety and adherence to