Transplant Clinical Specialist Pharmacist

Job Title & Specialty Area: Transplant Clinical Specialist PharmacistDepartment: PharmacyLocation: Dallas, TXShift: Dayshift, Monday- Friday, 8 Hour ShiftJob Type: On-SiteWhy Children’s Health? At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.Summary:The Transplant Clinical Specialist Pharmacist offers support for liver and kidney transplant services. Moreover, the Transplant Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient and cost-effective pharmacotherapy in collaboration with other clinical pharmacists, coordinators, physicians and advanced practice practitioners throughout the transplant continuum (pre, peri and post-transplant phases).Responsibilities:Serves as the primary pharmacy resource for pediatric liver and kidney transplant teamsConduct comprehensive medication management and optimize immunosuppressive therapyEvaluating drug therapy impacted by the selection of immunosuppressive agents or other medications associated with transplant pharmacotherapy within inpatient and ambulatory transplant servicesMonitoring pharmacokinetic parameters of immunosuppressive agentsProvide patient and family education on medication adherence and safetyParticipate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionalsDocumenting transplant pharmacotherapy plans within the electronic health recordParticipating in the evaluation of patients for potential liver and/or kidney transplantCreating and implementing guidelines and policies for optimal medication useManaging drug formulary specific to transplant servicesParticipating in quality assurance programs to enhance transplant pharmaceutical careOverview and Opportunities:Manages pharmacotherapy for transplant patientsEducates and trains pharmacy staff and other health professionalsAssists in the development of transplant program-specific protocols and guidelinesResearch for publication in peer-reviewed literaturePrecepts pharmacy students and residents as well as medical residents and fellowsPresents at local, regional, state, and national conferences QualificationsDoctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited College or School of PharmacySuccessful completion of ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency required; PGY2 in Solid Organ Transplant (SOT) or Pediatrics strongly preferred (3 years of experience in Solid Organ Transplant may substitute PGY2 SOT residency)Licenses and CertificationsCurrent Texas state pharmacist license; eligibility for licensure in TexasSterile Compounding certificate required within 90 daysEligible for Board Certification in Solid Organ Transplant (BCTXP)BCTXP required within 2 years of employment A Place Where You BelongWe put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute. Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity. Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenurePaid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)Caregiver LeaveAdoption and surrogacy reimbursement