Clinical Pharmacist - Emergency Department

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

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Position Overview

SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)

Promotes a safe and cost-effective medication management system for patients at Capital Health (CH) within his/her assigned practice area. Provides education, information and publications on pharmaceutical care and drug therapy. Develops and supports quality initiatives through data management and analysis. Works in collaboration with Pharmacy staff to effectively operate the department through policy/protocol development and liaison with medical, nursing, and ancillary communities. Assumes pharmacist responsibilities as necessary to assure smooth operations of the Pharmacy Department.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D). Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) certification preferred.

Experience: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency or three years equivalent experience required. PGY 2 Emergency Medicine or Critical Care preferred.

Other Credentials: AHA ACLS-Adv Cardiac Life Supp, AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, AHA PALS, Pharmacist - Registered

2 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually

Knowledge and Skills: Possesses excellent organizational, interpersonal, conflict resolution, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously. Ability to respond quickly in a fast paced environment.

Special Training :Intermediate to advanced computer skills. ASHP-accredited pharmacy residency training preferred.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:10 Hours  

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interprets, evaluates, and accurately processes drug orders for patients receiving care in assigned areas. Efficiently and effectively utilizes pharmacy operational computer systems and integrated hospital systems. Follows policies and procedures to maintain accurate patient medication profile. Initiates appropriate medication therapy based on age, disease, and drug considerations for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Actively intervenes to assure therapy is individualized based on medication factors and the patient’s physical and psychological needs.
• Identifies and resolves problems with medication orders or therapeutic regimens. Clarifies issues with prescribers and suggests order adjustments or alternative medication therapies when needed to prevent adverse events or adheres to institutional policies.
• Provides concise, applicable, comprehensive, and timely responses to requests for drug information from patients and healthcare providers. Supervises and coordinates pharmacy technician work processes as appropriate for patient care assignments. Ensures proper drug utilization by adherence to formulary criteria and pharmacy policies. Supports clinical pathways and quality assurance programs.
• Communicates between shifts and with peers to ensure continuity of care and optimal delivery of pharmaceutical services. Participates in management of medical emergencies and respond to adult/pediatric codes. Actively leads medication management processes as a member of Code Blue team.
• Demonstrates ownership of and responsibility for welfare of patient by performing all necessary aspects of medication-use system. Displays initiative in ensuring that patients receive comprehensive and individualized pharmaceutical care. Oversees clinical and operational workflow within assigned patient care areas.
• Provides all clinical services and direct patient care services for assigned populations. Responds to consultation for pharmacy interventions and make appropriate evidence-based, patient-centered medication therapy recommendations. Works as an active member of multidisciplinary team and collaborate with healthcare providers within patient care area. Attends multidisciplinary work/care rounds with designated service as appropriate.
• Ensures accurate and timely medication-specific information regarding a specific patient is communicated to those who need it at the appropriate time. Provides written documentation in patient’s medical record when requested or directed by policy.
• Documents pharmaceutical care interventions in departmental reporting system. Actively identifies, mitigates, prevents, and reports potential and actual medication errors or adverse drug events. Recommends rational changes to medication systems as needed to prevent future problems. Implements, evaluates, and redesigns integrated evidence-based pharmaceutical care plans based on patient progress and evolving goals.
• Establishes collaborative professional pharmacist-patient relationships. Educates patients regarding safe and effective use of medications, possible medication side effects, and role of prescribed medications in overall therapeutic care plan. Provides discharge medication review and counseling as appropriate (medication reconciliation, etc.)
• Identifies opportunities for improvement of medication-use system to advance patient safety, maximize therapeutic outcomes, or control costs. Participates in planning, implementing and evaluating new and existing programs. Maintains and enhances up-to-date evidence-based knowledge of drug and drug therapy by reviewing relevant professional journals and suggested readings.
• Demonstrates teamwork within Pharmacy Department and participate in group approach to patient care by providing support to peers and other practice areas as needed in addition to daily assignments.
• Serves as an internal and external liaison for goals and vision of Pharmacy Department services. Demonstrates dedication and loyalty to the department and colleagues.
• Represents Pharmacy Department at hospital meetings and events as needed. Participates actively with the Pharmacy Committee and other committees/taskforces as requested.
• Serves as a preceptor for pharmacy residency and member of Residency Advisory Committee. Serves as a preceptor for student experiential education programs. Maintains training and experience in pharmacy practice areas appropriate for preceptor assignments.
• Designs and implements quality improvement changes to organization’s medication-use system. Conducts practice-related projects, clinical research, or pharmacy CQI initiatives using effective project management skills. Reviews protocols, orders, and policies as requested.
• Provides effective evidence-based medication and practice-related education to healthcare professionals and members of thedepartment. Reviews, evaluates, and discusses results of investigations of pharmacy practice-related issues. Provides updates of therapeutics, policies and procedures, formulary, or regulatory issues as needed. Participates in creation and dissemination of pharmacy newsletters for nursing, medical, and ancillary staff.
• Participates in orientation, education, and mentoring of new staff (i.e. pharmacists, pharmacy residents, nurses, pharmacy technicians, etc.) as needed.
• Contributes to total body of knowledge in pharmacy practice through presentations, publications, and professional affiliation activities. Maintains a professional profile and active membership in relevant pharmacy/medical organizations. Joins membership in local, state, or national professional organizations.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Keyboard use/repetitive motion.

Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Talk or Hear

Continuous physical demands include:

Lifting Floor to Waist 20 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Moderate Depth Perception, Moderate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Dust/Particulate Matter

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Sick Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.