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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
2 months ago
Sign-On Bonus of $10,000 for eligible candidates
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Emergency Medicine plays a crucial role in collaborating with the healthcare team in the emergency department, adhering to the established protocols of the Pharmacy Department. This position is dedicated to delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients in the Emergency Department through integrated medication distribution, clinical services, research, and education.
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is expected to embody and promote the Mission and Vision of UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities include executing the philosophy and objectives set forth by the Board of Directors and Management Team.
Why Choose UnityPoint Health?
- Culture - At UnityPoint Health, your contributions are valued. Experience a workplace driven by strong values and a commitment to doing what is right for the communities we serve.
- Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program includes benefits such as 401K matching, paid time off, and educational assistance tailored to your needs and life stages.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - We are dedicated to ensuring every voice is heard, regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Professional Development - We believe in providing support and development opportunities as a vital part of a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Engagement - Be a key player in our mission to enhance the health of the communities we serve.
Learn more about why UnityPoint Health is a preferred workplace.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care in the Emergency Department
- Engage in daily patient care activities.
- Clarify medication orders with prescribers.
- Document changes in patient records and communicate medication order modifications.
- Monitor drug therapy for appropriateness in terms of dosage, regimen, and potential interactions.
- Provide pharmacokinetic consultations and necessary dosing adjustments.
- Identify, document, and report adverse drug reactions and medication errors.
- Participate in managing drug therapy during medical emergencies.
- Encourage formulary compliance by converting non-formulary orders when feasible.
- Maintain and update patient profiles with relevant medical information.
- Assist in reconciling pharmacy and nursing medication records.
- Facilitate discharge and transfer processes for Emergency Department patients.
- Ensure timely antibiotic administration through appropriate channels.
- Provide counseling on discharge medications as needed.
- Optimize pharmacotherapy regimens based on current evidence-based practices.
- Stay updated on hospital pharmacy knowledge and maintain professional expertise.
Provide operational support in the Emergency Department and Central Pharmacy as needed
- Review medication orders for accuracy.
- Perform order entry for designated areas.
- Resolve issues related to drug distribution and automatic dispensing systems.
Promote rational and cost-effective drug therapy
- Identify opportunities for positive pharmacoeconomic impacts and develop targeted drug programs.
- Document clinical consultations and cost avoidance efforts.
- Monitor the use of high-cost medications to ensure compliance with established criteria.
- Anticipate changes in drug therapy and assess their potential impact on hospital budgets.
- Coordinate pharmaceutical care for ongoing research initiatives in the emergency department.
- Provide educational sessions for emergency department staff.
- Engage in research aimed at enhancing the role of pharmacists in emergency medicine.
- Contribute to teaching programs related to emergency medicine.
- Support personnel development for pharmacists in emergency medicine.
- Deliver presentations and publications on emergency medicine topics.
- Participate in hospital committees and emergency medicine team meetings.
General Expectations
- Exhibit a professional and customer service-oriented demeanor.
- Adhere to safety practices to minimize risks.
- Assist in maintaining adequate pharmaceutical inventories.
- Participate in ongoing education and training programs.
- Communicate effectively with department management regarding issues.
- Prioritize tasks and assist colleagues as needed.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental goals.
- Interact effectively with staff and customers to provide timely service.
- Understand compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs.
- Conduct all job functions ethically, supporting the hospital's commitment to ethical behavior.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited pharmacy school with a Bachelor of Science or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree.
- A minimum of two years of relevant hospital pharmacy experience or completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency.
- Current license to practice pharmacy in the State of Iowa.
- ACLS certification or completion within three months of hire.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Familiarity with standard pharmacy equipment.
- Area of Interest: Pharmacy
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: Inpatient Pharmacy
- Shift: 10 or 12-hour shifts - Rotating - Days/Eve/Weekend
- Job ID: 151495
