Pharmacy Specialist - Transplant

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a Pharmacy Specialist to lead advanced pharmacy systems and services, guiding complex practice areas and mentoring staff. The role emphasizes research, education, and collaboration to advance patient care.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams to implement innovative practices, resolve challenging issues, and drive improvements across the hospital's pharmacy services in a dynamic academic health system.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Residency training program or hospital pharmacy experience.
• 3-5 years of pharmacist experience or equivalent training.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure in Michigan.
• Record of research and publication in pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of new or improved pharmacy systems and services in your specialty area.
• Serve as an institutional authority, providing expertise to resolve complex pharmacy-related challenges.
• Mentor and educate pharmacy staff to enhance their skills and knowledge in your specialty practice.
• Conduct applied research to address daily practice problems and contribute to the broader body of pharmaceutical knowledge.
• Collaborate with clinicians and other departments to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Research experience

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent

Residency training

Job description

About the Department

Join our flagship Detroit hospital campus, where academic medicine, leading-edge specialty care, and groundbreaking research come together. Located near Midtown's museums, restaurants, and cultural attractions, this campus offers the energy of a revitalized city paired with the resources of a nationally recognized health system. As part of the pharmacy department, you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care through innovative pharmaceutical practices and collaborative healthcare solutions.

Role Overview

As a Pharmacy Specialist, you will serve as the institutional expert in a major area of pharmacy practice, leading the planning, development, and implementation of advanced systems and services. You'll work independently to resolve complex issues, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor staff to elevate pharmacy practice standards. Your role is critical in driving research, education, and continuous improvement in patient care.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development and implementation of new or improved pharmacy systems and services in your specialty area.
• Serve as an institutional authority, providing expertise to resolve complex pharmacy-related challenges.
• Mentor and educate pharmacy staff to enhance their skills and knowledge in your specialty practice.
• Conduct applied research to address daily practice problems and contribute to the broader body of pharmaceutical knowledge.
• Collaborate with clinicians and other departments to effect positive change and improve patient outcomes.

What We Offer

Join a team where you can advance your career, collaborate with experts, and contribute to mission-driven work that makes a difference. We foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, empowering you to reach your full potential in a supportive and innovative environment.

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Completion of a residency training program or equivalent experience in hospital pharmacy practice.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of pharmacist experience or equivalent training.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed Level II pharmacist practice standards.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of Michigan.
• Proven leadership abilities and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Record of research and publication in the field of pharmacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with pharmacy students at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• History of reliability, dependability, and willingness to assume additional responsibilities.