Pediatric Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist

Ochsner Children's; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care institution in New Orleans is seeking a pharmacist to manage patient medication and provide education to residents and health care providers. The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s in Pharmacy, a current pharmacy license, and demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills. This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to patient care and support educational initiatives in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Current Pharmacy license in the state of practice required.
• No work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage medication for assigned patients and monitor therapy for appropriateness.
• Educate Pharmacy and Medical Residents and health care providers.
• Document interventions and conduct outcome evaluations.

Skills

Computer skills and dexterity

Effective verbal and written communication

Strong leadership/teaching skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor Of Pharmacy (PharmD)

PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency or 3 years related specialty experience

Completion of a PGY2 Pharmacy Residency

Job description

Overview

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, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner Health, 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!

Responsibilities

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. It 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. The job requires the ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and may be subject to change at the company\'s discretion.

Performs duties in accordance with job requirements and supports the organization by adapting to staffing needs and maintaining patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

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. 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 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.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, 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.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue; potential to encounter hazardous medications and waste.
• Occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or waste within the healthcare environment.

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