VCU Health
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist – Acute Care Pediatrics
VCU Health, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist – Acute Care Pediatrics
VCU Health is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacy Specialist to join the pediatric acute care team at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU (CHoR). Overview
The Clinical Pharmacist ensures the overall integrity, safety, rationality, and effectiveness of the drug use control process for all patients in the assigned geographic or specialty area, including Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics. This role provides clinical pharmacy services to general acute care pediatric units, supporting children with a wide range of medical conditions in a collaborative, family-centered care team. Key Responsibilities
Deliver direct clinical pharmacy services to pediatric patients in general acute care units. Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and provide evidence-based pharmacotherapy recommendations. Monitor and adjust medication therapy for safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness. Educate patients, families, and health care providers on medication use and safety. Precept pharmacy residents and students. Develop and implement clinical protocols, guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives. Support CHoR’s commitment to family-centered care, engaging families in shared decision-making. Required Qualifications
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited institution. Completion of a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency (required) and PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency (preferred). Equivalent pediatric clinical experience may be considered. Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Board Certification in Pediatric Pharmacy (BCPPS) preferred or obtained within 1 year of hire. Strong clinical knowledge in pediatric pharmacotherapy and excellent communication skills. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a pediatric academic medical center or children’s hospital. Involvement in professional pharmacy or pediatric health care organizations. Demonstrated leadership in clinical practice, education, or research. Additional Information
Must be available to work evenings, nights and weekends. This position is an EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. Employer
Children’s Hospital Of Richmond At VCU (CHoR) is a nationally ranked pediatric hospital offering care across more than 50 specialties. It is located in downtown Richmond and includes the Children’s Tower, a 144-bed inpatient facility opened in 2023, the region’s only Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, a dedicated team of pediatric hospitalists and subspecialists, and a strong academic environment affiliated with the VCU School of Medicine and School of Pharmacy.
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VCU Health is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacy Specialist to join the pediatric acute care team at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU (CHoR). Overview
The Clinical Pharmacist ensures the overall integrity, safety, rationality, and effectiveness of the drug use control process for all patients in the assigned geographic or specialty area, including Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics. This role provides clinical pharmacy services to general acute care pediatric units, supporting children with a wide range of medical conditions in a collaborative, family-centered care team. Key Responsibilities
Deliver direct clinical pharmacy services to pediatric patients in general acute care units. Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and provide evidence-based pharmacotherapy recommendations. Monitor and adjust medication therapy for safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness. Educate patients, families, and health care providers on medication use and safety. Precept pharmacy residents and students. Develop and implement clinical protocols, guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives. Support CHoR’s commitment to family-centered care, engaging families in shared decision-making. Required Qualifications
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited institution. Completion of a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency (required) and PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency (preferred). Equivalent pediatric clinical experience may be considered. Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Board Certification in Pediatric Pharmacy (BCPPS) preferred or obtained within 1 year of hire. Strong clinical knowledge in pediatric pharmacotherapy and excellent communication skills. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a pediatric academic medical center or children’s hospital. Involvement in professional pharmacy or pediatric health care organizations. Demonstrated leadership in clinical practice, education, or research. Additional Information
Must be available to work evenings, nights and weekends. This position is an EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. Employer
Children’s Hospital Of Richmond At VCU (CHoR) is a nationally ranked pediatric hospital offering care across more than 50 specialties. It is located in downtown Richmond and includes the Children’s Tower, a 144-bed inpatient facility opened in 2023, the region’s only Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, a dedicated team of pediatric hospitalists and subspecialists, and a strong academic environment affiliated with the VCU School of Medicine and School of Pharmacy.
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