Pharmacist Educator

Davita Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Pharmacist Educator to enhance and manage the educational needs within the pharmacy department. This role includes oversight of pharmacy technologies and training for clinical services, ensuring the successful implementation of pharmacy services. With a focus on teamwork and a commitment to safety, the candidate will join a compassionate team dedicated to improving children's healthcare.

Benefits

Market competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience or equivalent in a hospital environment.
• Epic Credentialed Trainer Certification required within 180 days.
• Licensed Pharmacist in Missouri required.

Responsibilities

• Streamlines training and education for the pharmacy department.
• Serves as content expert for information systems utilized by pharmacists.
• Contributes to patient safety and quality improvement.

Skills

Training and education coordination

Content expertise in informatics

Clinical pharmacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy

Licensed Pharmacist - MO

Tools

Epic EHR system

Job description

Pharmacist Educator

Requisition ID

2025-33574

Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date

1 day ago(6/3/2025 1:54 PM)

Posting Category

Allied Health

Division

PHARMACY

Work Type

Full Time

Work Days

Monday - Friday

Work Hours

0800-1630

FLSA Status

Exempt

Location : Name

Adele Hall

Recruiter : Full Name: First Last

Bradley Fisher

Recruiter : Email

[e-mail]

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The Pharmacist Educator improves, oversees, and streamlines the educational needs of the department, ensuring successful implementation and sustainability of pharmacy services. Educator works as an integral member of the pharmacy leadership team to oversee various departmental curriculum including, but not limited to, pharmacy technologies and clinical pharmacy services. Educator serves as content expert for information systems utilized by pharmacists and assesses training needs for software utilized by clinical pharmacists and specialists. Role may allow for remote work based on the needs of the department at the discretion of the supervisor.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

Streamlines training and education for the department. Develops training plan for onboarding employees and assists with pharmacist transitions to ensure success. Works with Pharmacist Team Leads to determine training schedules and framework for specialize

• Serves as content expert for information systems utilized by pharmacists. Assesses training needs for EHR and other primary clinical software utilized by clinical pharmacists and specialists. Coordinates end-user involvement in the integration of clinical
• Contributes to patient safety and quality improvement. Assumes educational responsibility for high-risk pharmacy processes which require a standardized training approach. Serves as a resource for the implementation of complex interdisciplinary medication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy and 3-5 years experience 3 years of experience or equivalent - 1 yr residency and one year working experience OR 2 yr residency (with one year management emphasis) may substitute for 3 years experience; Experience as a pharmacist in a hospital environment with responsibility for coordinating pharmacy services would be most helpful for this position
• Licensed Pharmacist - MO
• Employees must obtain Licensed Pharmacist - MO or equivalent within 90 days
• Epic Credentialed Trainer Certification Required 180 Days

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Learn more about Children's Mercy benefits.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $60.71/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children's Mercy locations and may not work from home.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.

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