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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Critical Care)

Company: WMC Advanced Physician Services PC

City/State: Valhalla, NY

Category: Allied Health Prof/Technical

Department: Pharmacy

Union: No

Position: Full Time

Hours: 80 hours

Shift: Day

Req #: 40653

Posted Date: Oct 22, 2024

Hiring Range: $72.76 -$79.51

External Applicant link (https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wmc1/#/preApply/27736) Internal Applicant link

Job Details:

Job Summary:

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (CPS) is responsible for the provision of comprehensive clinical pharmacy services that optimize medication therapy and promote safe, cost-effective, and evidence-based practices. The CPS collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes, supports medication management initiatives, and contributes to the continuous improvement of clinical programs and protocols.

Responsibilities:

+ Patient Care & Clinical Collaboration:

+ Participate in interdisciplinary team rounds, collaborating with providers to optimize medication therapy management, ensuring safety, efficacy, and cost-efficiency

+ Conduct patient assessments, develop individualized therapeutic plans, and recommend appropriate pharmacotherapy adjustments based on clinical needs

+ Evidence-Based Medicine:

+ Provide guidance on pharmacotherapy by critically evaluating literature and applying evidence-based recommendations

+ Respond to drug information inquiries from healthcare professionals, patients, and other stakeholders

+ Medication Safety & Regulatory Compliance:

+ Ensure compliance with clinical practice standards, as well as local, state, and federal regulations regarding medication use, handling, storage, and disposal

+ Lead or participate in performance improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing medication safety and quality of care

+ Formulary Management & Committee Participation:

+ Review and manage non-formulary drug requests, contributing expertise to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee and other relevant hospital committees

+ Play an active role in formulary reviews, therapeutic interchanges, and the evaluation of new medications

+ Education & Professional Development:

+ Serve as a preceptor and mentor for pharmacy students, residents, and staff, facilitating professional growth and development

+ Design and deliver educational programs for healthcare professionals, including seminars, workshops, and in-service training

+ Take an active role in patient education and community engagement

+ Interprofessional Communication & Team Building:

+ Foster strong communication and collaboration with other healthcare providers to ensure integrated and patient-centered care

+ Maintain professionalism and serve as a role model for ethical and effective communication within the healthcare team

+ Continuous Learning & Leadership:

+ Engage in ongoing professional development through participation in continuing education, certification programs, and professional organizations

+ Contribute to the strategic development of clinical pharmacy services and advocate for best practices in medication therapy management

Qualifications/Requirements:

+ Education:

+ Required: Pharm.D. from accredited School of Pharmacy

+ Experience

+ Required:

+ Completion PGY1 pharmacy residency and/or at least three years’ experience in the specific area of the position in which applicant will be working

+ Preferred:

+ Completion PGY1 pharmacy residency

+ Completion of PGY2 pharmacy residency and/or at least five years’ experience in the specific area of the position in which applicant will be working

+ Licensure & Certification:

+ Required:

+ Active New York State Pharmacist license

+ Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) certification in specific specialty of position in which applicant will be working (must be achieved within 12 months of hire)

Additional Information:

+ Reports to: Assistant Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services

+ Schedule: Full-time, with potential weekend and holiday shifts as needed.

+ Opportunities for Growth and Collaboration: Involvement in advanced clinical research, teaching, leadership roles, and expanded responsibilities in other specialty areas.

About Us:

WMC Advanced Physician Services PC

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:

+ Health Insurance

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Retirement Savings Plan

+ Flexible Savings Account

+ Paid Time Off

+ Holidays

+ Tuition Reimbursement

External Applicant link (https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wmc1/#/preApply/27736) Internal Applicant link

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