Children's National Medical Center
Clinical Pharmacist
Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Clinical Pharmacist position. Description Performs medication order processing responsibilities within established policies, procedures and guidelines and provides drug information while applying a thorough understanding and knowledge of drug and medical therapy. Qualifications
Completion of a five year pharmacy program in an accredited college of pharmacy. (Required) Minimum Work Experience 1 year Pharmacy experience (Required) Functional Accountabilities
Medication Processing Interpret medication orders, profile orders and oversee the packaging, labeling and distribution of medications. Drug Intervention and Education Perform drug therapy monitoring and intervene as necessary on drug dosing, drug administration, drug interactions, side-effects and monitoring issues; complete therapeutic drug monitoring consults and adverse drug reaction reports as assigned. Provide accurate and timely drug information to physicians, nurses and other health professionals. Interpret research medication orders, ensure accurate preparation of investigational drugs and maintain complete and accurate records. Must maintain proficiencies in medication handling (including hazardous medications), compounding sterile/non-sterile preparation(s) and completing quality assurance checks per standard operating procedures and policies in compliance with USP 795, 797 and 800 guidelines. Supervision/Training Oversee the work of Pharmacy Technicians by directing and assisting as necessary to ensure rapid medication order turn-around time. Assist with the education, training and general supervision of Pharmacy Residents, Students and Technicians. Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Organizational Accountabilities Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Locations
Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010 Job: Allied Health Organization Position Status: Regular - Full-Time Shift: Variable Work Schedule: VAR Job Posting
Job Posting: Sep 20, 2025, 12:31:16 PM Full-Time Salary Range
Full-Time Salary Range: 105684.8 - 176155.2 Note: Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The policy acknowledges the right to a drug-free workplace and applicable safety standards.
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Clinical Pharmacist position. Description Performs medication order processing responsibilities within established policies, procedures and guidelines and provides drug information while applying a thorough understanding and knowledge of drug and medical therapy. Qualifications
Completion of a five year pharmacy program in an accredited college of pharmacy. (Required) Minimum Work Experience 1 year Pharmacy experience (Required) Functional Accountabilities
Medication Processing Interpret medication orders, profile orders and oversee the packaging, labeling and distribution of medications. Drug Intervention and Education Perform drug therapy monitoring and intervene as necessary on drug dosing, drug administration, drug interactions, side-effects and monitoring issues; complete therapeutic drug monitoring consults and adverse drug reaction reports as assigned. Provide accurate and timely drug information to physicians, nurses and other health professionals. Interpret research medication orders, ensure accurate preparation of investigational drugs and maintain complete and accurate records. Must maintain proficiencies in medication handling (including hazardous medications), compounding sterile/non-sterile preparation(s) and completing quality assurance checks per standard operating procedures and policies in compliance with USP 795, 797 and 800 guidelines. Supervision/Training Oversee the work of Pharmacy Technicians by directing and assisting as necessary to ensure rapid medication order turn-around time. Assist with the education, training and general supervision of Pharmacy Residents, Students and Technicians. Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Organizational Accountabilities Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Locations
Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010 Job: Allied Health Organization Position Status: Regular - Full-Time Shift: Variable Work Schedule: VAR Job Posting
Job Posting: Sep 20, 2025, 12:31:16 PM Full-Time Salary Range
Full-Time Salary Range: 105684.8 - 176155.2 Note: Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The policy acknowledges the right to a drug-free workplace and applicable safety standards.
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