Surgery/Trauma Pharmacy Specialist

2 weeks ago

Nashville, Tennessee, United States Vanderbilt University Medical Center Full time

About Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Situated in Nashville, Tennessee, VUMC is a hub of innovation in education, research, and patient care. Our community is composed of diverse professionals dedicated to making a significant impact in healthcare. At Vanderbilt Health, we believe that diversity is crucial for fostering excellence and creativity. We strive to create an inclusive environment where every individual can flourish, and where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated. Our mission is to enhance health and wellness through leading-edge programs in patient care, education, and research.

Department:

Pharmacy Clinical Team Lead 3

Position Overview:

The Surgery/Trauma Clinical Pharmacist plays a vital role within a multidisciplinary healthcare team, delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients with high healthcare needs at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. This role primarily focuses on supporting trauma care teams and assisting nursing staff on surgical stepdown units. Key responsibilities include participating in patient rounds, establishing pharmacotherapeutic objectives, recommending treatment regimens, and creating monitoring plans tailored to individual patient needs. The clinical pharmacist will also provide deprescribing recommendations and facilitate seamless transitions of care. Additionally, this position involves leading initiatives to prevent and report medication errors and adverse drug reactions, in accordance with institutional policies, while continuously enhancing medication safety practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluates medication orders and prescriptions to ensure safe, effective, and economical medication use. Prepares and dispenses medications, provides drug information, and manages medication therapy in compliance with regulations and hospital policies.
  • Delivers exceptional patient care by optimizing medication management and resolving medication-related issues.
  • Maintains high standards of quality, safety, and consistency in clinical pharmacy services across designated areas.
  • Supervises the activities of support personnel, ensuring the accuracy and appropriateness of all medications prepared prior to patient dispensing.
  • Additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications:

Preferred:

  • Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency plus over a year of relevant experience, or completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency (in internal medicine, geriatrics, or a related field).
  • Board of Pharmacy Specialties Certification in Geriatrics (BCGP) or Pharmacotherapy (BCPS).
  • Experience in an academic medical center setting.

Work Schedule:

  • Day Shift
  • Every 4th weekend
  • Holiday rotation

Allied health professionals are among the fastest-growing roles in healthcare today, defined as credentialed individuals who provide supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to promote health and prevent disease across various settings.

These roles are essential to Vanderbilt Health's esteemed reputation, making it a primary destination for patient referrals from the Mid-South region.

Every year, individuals throughout Tennessee and the Southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their healthcare needs due to our leadership in medical science and our commitment to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Contributes to projects and assignments that directly influence the goals and objectives of the department.

Problem Solving: Engages in comprehensive analysis of complex situations or data to resolve intricate issues, often requiring collaboration with others.

Knowledge Base: Possesses extensive knowledge in a professional area while maintaining awareness of related fields.

Team Collaboration: May lead mid-sized projects and provide guidance to team members.

Core Competencies:

Supporting Colleagues: Invests in personal and professional development to enhance performance and knowledge.

Building Relationships: Maintains regular communication with key colleagues and stakeholders to strengthen professional connections.

Effective Communication: Adapts communication style to suit various situations and audiences.

Delivering Quality Service: Understands and addresses the needs of stakeholders while providing tailored services.

Problem Solving: Approaches challenges from multiple perspectives to identify innovative solutions.

Continuous Improvement: Engages in ongoing dialogue about quality and addresses issues promptly.

Safety and Compliance: Ensures a safe environment by performing routine safety checks and adhering to regulations.

Resource Management: Demonstrates accountability and effectively manages departmental resources.

Innovation: Identifies new opportunities for process improvement and embraces change as a means for advancement.

Position Requirements:

Certifications:

LIC-Pharmacist License - Tennessee

Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

3 years

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, adhering to equal opportunity and affirmative action principles. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled

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