Pediatric Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist

ochsner; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a pharmacist to manage medication therapy for assigned patients, perform pharmacokinetic assessments, and lead education for staff, residents, and students. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy with PGY1 residency as a minimum; a state license is mandatory, with PharmD and PGY2 preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy is required.
• PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency required or equivalent.
• Current Pharmacy license in the state of practice is required.
• PharmD and PGY2 Residency are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides pharmacokinetic consultation and uses lab data to evaluate drug therapy and dosing.
• Evaluates patient response to drug therapy.
• Educates staff, students, patients, and healthcare providers; submits publications biennially.
• Mentors residents, students and new staff to meet departmental goals.
• Responsible for overall patient care beyond hospital visits and transitions of care.

Skills

Data entry

Computer skills

Communication

Leadership/teaching

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

PGY2 Pharmacy Residency

Tools

Pharmacy software

Windows

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andinnovate.Webelieve that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job assumes responsibility for the medication management of assigned patients; monitors and evaluates medication therapy for appropriateness based on the patient's health status, institutional criteria /guidelines, and cost efficient measures including medication reconciliation, medication monitoring and patient education; remains integrally involved in the education of Pharmacy and Medical Residents and provides education to health care providers as needed; and provides pharmacy expert content for order sets, benefit design, formularies, and other pharmacy related documents as needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Completion of a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency (3 years related specialty experience accepted in lieu of PGY1 Residency)

Preferred- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Completion of a PGY2 Pharmacy Residency

Work Experience

Required -None

Certifications

Required - Current Pharmacy license in the state of practice

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Strong leadership/teaching skills

Job Duties

• Provides pharmacokinetic consultation, obtains and uses appropriate laboratory data to evaluate drug medical selection and dosing and communicates findings to health care practitioner.
• Evaluates patient response to drug therapy.
• Exhibits good patient outcomes by documenting interventions and conducting outcome studies/ evaluations in regards to the clinical activities performed.
• Assists with the development of pathways, best practices, and guidelines for their assigned population.
• Educates staff, students, patients, health care providers and other health care professionals. Submits for publication once every two years.
• Mentors residents, students and new staff to meet departmental goals.
• Responsible for overall patient care beyond the hospital visit, through all transitions of care.
• Accommodates the special needs of the organization by volunteering to do any work/task when staffing shortages occur in technical and non-technical areas due to inclement weather, electrical power outages, computer downtime or other situations.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Our Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct are maintained and complied with, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.