Pharmacist Informatics

Rush; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL seeks a Pharmacist, Information Systems to optimize the medication process and lead pharmacy technology implementations, including Epic and related systems. The role involves collaboration with clinicians and IT to improve patient safety and operational efficiency.

The position requires Illinois licensure eligibility, a PharmD, hospital pharmacy experience, and Epic certification or the ability to obtain it within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered pharmacist in Illinois or eligible for licensure.
• PharmD degree required.
• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Epic Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrated responsibility and accountability in professional practice.
• Ability to problem solve and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and support pharmacy systems including Epic, DoseEdge, Pyxis, and RIVA.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to enhance Epic functionality.
• Collaborate with IT and pharmacy informatics teams.
• Maintain relationships with pharmacy staff and leadership.
• Evaluate code changes and assist in testing.
• Staffing duties including on-call and shifts.
• Develop and utilize reports to optimize workflows.
• Collaborate on charging and financial processes in Epic.

Skills

Pharmacist licensure in Illinois

PharmD degree

Hospital pharmacy experience

Epic Certification

Effective communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

PharmD degree

Illinois pharmacist license or eligibility

Tools

Epic Certification

Job description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Pharmacy

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $62.92 - $94.37 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:

The Pharmacist, Information Systems specializes in the medication process, from ordering to administration, and is responsible for effective process design, development, and implementation of Pharmacy automation, Electronic Medical Record and Clinical Decision Support. In addition, this role supports pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other clinicians as the resource for requests related to Epic and other pharmacy technology changes and additions. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:

Required Job Qualifications:

• Registered Pharmacist in Illinois (or eligibility to be licensed in Illinois).
• PharmD degree.
• Hospital pharmacy experience.
• Epic Certification(s) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to demonstrate responsibility and accountability for all aspects of professional practice.
• Ability to independently problem solve, multi-task and work successfully in a fast paced environment.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• PGY1 pharmacy residency.
• PGY2 pharmacy informatics residency.
• System expertise in pharmacy automation including, but not limited to Epic, DoseEdge, RxWorks, RIVA, Pyxis and Alaris.
• Understanding of medication billing and charging and provides support to systems involved.
• Understanding of interfaces and can troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to mentor and teach residents and students.
• Ability to demonstrate Rush ICARE values.

Physical Demands:

• May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to chemotherapeutic agents.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities:

• 1. Responsible for the design, build, implementation, and support of pharmacy systems, including but not limited to Epic, DoseEdge, Alaris, Pyxis and RIVA.
• 2. Participates in multidisciplinary meetings including but not limited to, Clinical Decision Support, Medication Safety, Pharmacy and Therapeutics, Pharmacy-Nursing, Anticoagulation Committee, Drug Utilization Evaluation Committee, and Chemotherapy Sub-Committee to maintain and enhance Epic functionality.
• 3. Collaborates effectively with the department of Information Technology (IT) and pharmacy informatics team.
• 4. Maintain appropriate working relationship with pharmacy staff, managers, and leaders.
• 5. Evaluates code changes prior to implementation and participates in integrated testing scenarios as necessary.
• 6. Responsible for staffing roles including, but not limited to: IT/Epic Willow on-call, pharmacist staffing shifts, weekends and holidays.
• 7. Develops and utilizes reports from various systems to optimize workflows and troubleshoot issues.
• 8. Collaborates with Patient Care Finance on questions and issues related to charging in Epic.
• 9. Collaborates with the Budget and Internal Audit departments on implementing new costs on a bi-annual basis.
• 10. Responsible for adhering to department policies and procedures.
• 11. Must demonstrate understanding of interfaces, charge capture, revenue stream, 340B, purchasing, and pricing.
• 12. Consistently works towards the department mission and vision, along with the strategic plan devised by the Corporate Director of Pharmacy.
• 13. Required to work with pharmacy residents and students for training and precepting purposes.
• 14. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for all aspects of professional practice.
• 15. Consistently strives to improve liaisons with other professionals and departments.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.