Pharmacist

UNC Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free continuing education

Reimbursement for initial BPS cert and

Maintenance fees

Preceptor development training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a highly skilled clinical pharmacist to join the critical care and inpatient cardiology teams in Raleigh, NC. You will optimize medication therapy, participate in round discussions, and provide patient education in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include chart reviews, individualized treatment plans, order entry in EHR, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. An active NC pharmacist license and PGY-2 in critical care or cardiology are preferred.

Qualifications

• PharmD or BS Pharmacy degree required.
• Active pharmacist licensure by NC Board.
• PGY-2 residency in critical care or cardiology preferred.
• Board certification in critical care or cardiology pharmacy practice preferred (BCCP/BCCCP).
• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review charts and assess medication regimens for appropriateness.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and adjust dosages.
• Promote evidence-based practice through medical literature.
• Enter orders into EHR and ensure accuracy.
• Respond to pharmacokinetic consults and place orders per policies.
• Provide drug information to providers and nurses.
• Document clinical consults per guidelines.
• Participate in quality improvement and research projects.
• Develop and implement clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Monitor outcomes and propose process improvements.
• Stay updated with current literature and regulations.
• Attend continuing education and teaching activities.

Skills

Pharmacotherapy

Pharmacokinetics

Drug interactions

Evidence-based medicine

Communication

Clinical decision making

Documentation

Independent work

Education

PharmD or BS Pharmacy Degree

Active NC Pharmacist Licensure

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated critical care and cardiology clinical pharmacist to join our healthcare team. As a clinical pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients in critical care and inpatient cardiology units. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy, ensure patient safety, and improve health outcomes. Your expertise in medication management and clinical decision-making will contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient-centered care.

Hiring Manager: Ahmed A Shible, PharmD – Clinical Pharmacy Manager. Email: [e-mail]

Responsibilities:

1. Review medical charts and assess patients' medication regimens for appropriateness
2. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including dosage adjustments and recommendations for therapy optimization during multi-disciplinary rounds or other forms of communication as applicable
3. Promote best evidence-based practice through medical literature
4. Order entry into electronic health record (EHR) by reviewing and interpreting orders to assure accuracy
5. Respond to pharmacokinetic consults by assessing their appropriateness, developing a plan, and placing orders per institutional policies.
6. Answer drug information inquiries from providers and nurses
7. Documentation of all clinical consults in EHR per institutional guidelines
8. Adverse drug event and medication error reporting per institutional policies
9. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and medication-related research projects
10. Participate in development and implementation of institutional clinical guidelines and protocols
11. Monitor clinical outcomes, evaluate therapeutic interventions, and propose recommendations for process improvement.
12. Stay updated with the literature relevant to practice area and health care regulations
13. Attend continuous education sessions provided by our institution; or other local, regional, and national institutions
14. Attend conferences, seminars, and relevant educational programs to maintain professional competence (optional)
15. Participate in teaching pharmacy students and interns on rotations
16. Participate in teaching our PGY-1 and PGY-2 pharmacy residents
17. Participate in teaching our providers and nurses through various teaching methods as applicable
18. Adhere to legal and ethical standards related to pharmacy practice
19. Patient education and counseling on proper medication use, potential side effects, and precautions. Provide clear instructions and address any concerns or questions raised by patients or their caregivers.

Other Information

Education Requirements:

• PharmD or BS Pharmacy Degree

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

Active pharmacist licensure with the NC Board of Pharmacy or obtainable before initiation of employment. Recent graduates of ACPE-accredited colleges/schools of pharmacy may fill this role while pending initial pharmacist licensure, but are subject to limitations mandated by the NC Board of Pharmacy and must obtain licensure within 6 months of orientation or sooner if required for operations.

Professional Experience Requirements:

Preferred:

• Completion of PGY-2 residency training in critical care or cardiology, or equivalent experience
• Board certification in critical care or cardiology pharmacy practice (BCCP and/or BCCCP)
• ACLS

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

• Prior experience as a clinical pharmacist in a similar clinical role is highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of pharmacotherapy, pharmacokinetics, and drug-drug interactions.
• Strong understanding of clinical guidelines, evidence-based medicine, and pharmaceutical care models.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals and patients.
• Proficient computer skills for documentation
• Attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities in complex clinical situations.
• Ability to prioritize workload, work independently, and adapt to a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Professional Development opportunities provided include:

1. Free continuing education
2. Reimbursement for initial BPS certification and maintenance fees
3. Training programs for preceptor development
4. Career and leadership classes through online learning modules
5. Tuition reimbursement to further career-related education

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit: Rex IP Pharmacy

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range:$51.50 - $74.01 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities.