Clinical PHARMACIST SPEC-MEDICAL ICU at Premier Health

Dayton, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Pharmaceutical Care, Medication Therapy Management, Drug Order Review, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring, Pharmacokinetics, Patient Counseling, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Aseptic Technique, Microsoft Office Proficiency, Team Collaboration, Customer Service Orientation, Evidence-Based Recommendations, Medication Use Evaluations

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

General Summary/Responsibilities: Status: Full Time / 80 hours per pay period Shift: 0700-1530 Department: Pharmacy Facility: Miami Valley Hospital Under the supervision of the System Director, Pharmacy Clinical Services and according to standard procedures, provides clinical pharmaceutical care; coordinates pharmaceutical care with intensive care health care providers, practitioners, and educators to ensure continuity of services and to achieve desired patient outcomes through safe, timely, cost-effective medication therapy; optimize medication use through drug order review, therapeutic drug monitoring, participation in high-risk emergencies including resuscitation; supervises support personnel in all work areas assigned; precepts pharmacy residents and pharmacy students; participates in clinical research protocols and drug therapy research activities as applicable. The clinical pharmacy specialist provides for staff development activities and the coordination of staff operational activities within medical intensive care; serves as educational and informational resource to physicians, medical residents, advanced practice providers, pharmacy staff, nursing staff, patients, and other allied health professionals; assists with planning, organizing, and implementation of clinical pharmacy programs across Premier Health; identifies processes and tools to guide the pharmacy staff in the utilization of the most appropriate and cost-effective medication therapy including drug preparation and procurement, ensuring high quality, safety, and positive patient outcomes. Premier Health Mission, Vision, and Values The Premier Health Mission We care. We teach. We innovate. We Serve. The Premier Health Vision To inspire better health. The Premier Health Values Integrity Compassion Authenticity Respect Excellence Education Minimum Level of Education Required: Bachelor's degree Additional requirements: Type of degree: B.S.Pharm from an accredited college of pharmacy is required Area of study or major: Pharmacy Preferred educational qualifications: PharmD from an accredited college of pharmacy Position specific testing requirement: N/A Licensure/Certification/Registration Current licensure as a registered pharmacist by the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy, or eligibility to become licensed within 60 days of employment start date Board-Certified Critical Care Pharmacy Specialist (BCCCP) or completed within the timelines defined by BPS to sit for examination Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 90 days of employment start date Experience Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related experience Prior job title or occupational experience: N/A Prior specific functional responsibilities: N/A Preferred experience: Meets the preceptor criteria as outlined by ASHP Other experience requirements: Completion of a post-graduate year 2 residency (PGY2) or fellowship required -or- Completion of a post-graduate year 1 residency (PGY1) plus minimum of 2 years of experience as a clinical specialist or equivalent role which includes providing pharmaceutical care and performing pharmacotherapeutic monitoring -or- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a clinical specialist or equivalent role which includes providing pharmaceutical care and performing pharmacotherapeutic monitoring Knowledge/Skills Fluent in the use of drug information resources Ability to evaluate primary medical literature and develop evidence-based recommendations for treatment regimens Ability to perform Medication Use Evaluations (MUE) and submit recommendations for change within the health system Ability to provide pharmacokinetic and weight-based dosing Possess good interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and problem- solving skills Ability to read and write printed material in English Ability to effectively perform patient interviews and medication counseling Ability to work well with other health care workers and perform well within a team Proficient with bedside aseptic technique Must be customer-service oriented Proficiency with computer keyboard operations Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications preferred Ability to troubleshoot problems and/or do minor maintenance on all pharmacy equipment, printers, computers, and telecommunication equipment with adequate training in the pharmacy. Must be familiar with pharmacy software Flexibility in scheduling essential

Responsibilities

The Clinical Pharmacist in the Medical ICU provides clinical pharmaceutical care and coordinates with healthcare providers to ensure optimal medication therapy for patients. They also supervise support personnel, precept pharmacy residents, and participate in clinical research activities.