Health First
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Pediatrics - Pharmacy
Health First, Melbourne, Florida, United States, 32935
Overview
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Pediatrics - Pharmacy at Health First. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist of Pediatrics delivers advanced clinical pharmacy services specific to Pediatric patients across the Health First Integrated Delivery Network (IDN). The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for Pediatrics will enhance pharmacologic therapy for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents by collaborating with licensed practitioners and allied health professionals. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist of Pediatrics promotes and contributes to a safe, evidence-based and cost-effective use of medications based on and supporting the development of therapeutic guidelines, monitoring of pharmacokinetic, and patient-specific interventions. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist of Pediatrics serves as a core pharmacist advisor on pediatric-specific pharmacotherapy, partnering to continually increase development of clinical pharmacy services IDN. Responsibilities
Serves as the primary pediatric and neonatal expert for units, supporting optimal evidence based medication therapy, while participating in rounds to assess and optimize pharmacotherapy in partnership with each patients care team. Acts as point of contact regarding pediatric code response, supporting pharmacologic management safety during emergent situations and incidents. Evaluates, oversees, and monitors pediatric-specific medication regimens for efficacy, safety, appropriateness of medication dosage, contraindications, and interactions. Participates in pediatric-specific pharmacy program development, providing accurate, safe, and appropriate medication therapy best practices and standards on each patient’s needs, while working as an active member of the Pharmacy team to collaborate with licensed practitioners and clinical staff on the delivery of pediatric-specific care. Develops and administers treatment protocols, clinical frameworks, and formulary recommendations that are pediatric-specific, providing drug information and clinical consultation to licensed practitioners and pharmacy team members. Partakes in quality assurance enhancements, and safety initiatives, within the pediatric pharmacy scope, promoting a culture of safe administration of medication therapy and patient care. Contributes during Medication Use Evaluations (MUEs), adverse event monitoring, and pharmacy interventions specific to pediatric care, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and standards. Conducts research and data analysis to enhance pediatric medication programs safety and quality, promoting the delivery of positive pharmacotherapy outcomes. Leverages and maintains competency in pediatric and neonatal pharmacotherapy practices through staying abreast of industry and market trends. Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (PharmD). Work Experience: Two (2) years’ clinical pharmacy experience OR completion of accredited PGY1 residency. Licensure: Pharmacist licensure in the State of Florida. Certification: Pediatric Board Certification (e.g., BCPPS) within two (2) years of hire. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Demonstrated expertise in pediatric pharmacokinetics, therapeutics, and age-specific care considerations; excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills; strong problem-solving, decision-making, and clinical documentation capabilities; ability to evaluate and apply medical literature to practice; competency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and clinical decision support tools. Preferred Qualifications
Education: Doctorate’s degree in Pharmacy (PharmD). Work Experience: PGY2 residency in Pediatrics or equivalent experience. Certification: Pediatric Board Certification (e.g., BCPPS) prior to start date and maintained. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Demonstrates ability to contribute positively to a team environment; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to be self-directed and motivated; ability to relate to customer needs and concerns. Physical Requirements
Physically agile; may require walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching frequently. May occasionally include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance. May require moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders, or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting, and/or low to loud noise. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits
About Health First: At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule
Full-Time Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Pediatrics - Pharmacy at Health First. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist of Pediatrics delivers advanced clinical pharmacy services specific to Pediatric patients across the Health First Integrated Delivery Network (IDN). The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for Pediatrics will enhance pharmacologic therapy for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents by collaborating with licensed practitioners and allied health professionals. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist of Pediatrics promotes and contributes to a safe, evidence-based and cost-effective use of medications based on and supporting the development of therapeutic guidelines, monitoring of pharmacokinetic, and patient-specific interventions. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist of Pediatrics serves as a core pharmacist advisor on pediatric-specific pharmacotherapy, partnering to continually increase development of clinical pharmacy services IDN. Responsibilities
Serves as the primary pediatric and neonatal expert for units, supporting optimal evidence based medication therapy, while participating in rounds to assess and optimize pharmacotherapy in partnership with each patients care team. Acts as point of contact regarding pediatric code response, supporting pharmacologic management safety during emergent situations and incidents. Evaluates, oversees, and monitors pediatric-specific medication regimens for efficacy, safety, appropriateness of medication dosage, contraindications, and interactions. Participates in pediatric-specific pharmacy program development, providing accurate, safe, and appropriate medication therapy best practices and standards on each patient’s needs, while working as an active member of the Pharmacy team to collaborate with licensed practitioners and clinical staff on the delivery of pediatric-specific care. Develops and administers treatment protocols, clinical frameworks, and formulary recommendations that are pediatric-specific, providing drug information and clinical consultation to licensed practitioners and pharmacy team members. Partakes in quality assurance enhancements, and safety initiatives, within the pediatric pharmacy scope, promoting a culture of safe administration of medication therapy and patient care. Contributes during Medication Use Evaluations (MUEs), adverse event monitoring, and pharmacy interventions specific to pediatric care, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and standards. Conducts research and data analysis to enhance pediatric medication programs safety and quality, promoting the delivery of positive pharmacotherapy outcomes. Leverages and maintains competency in pediatric and neonatal pharmacotherapy practices through staying abreast of industry and market trends. Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (PharmD). Work Experience: Two (2) years’ clinical pharmacy experience OR completion of accredited PGY1 residency. Licensure: Pharmacist licensure in the State of Florida. Certification: Pediatric Board Certification (e.g., BCPPS) within two (2) years of hire. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Demonstrated expertise in pediatric pharmacokinetics, therapeutics, and age-specific care considerations; excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills; strong problem-solving, decision-making, and clinical documentation capabilities; ability to evaluate and apply medical literature to practice; competency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and clinical decision support tools. Preferred Qualifications
Education: Doctorate’s degree in Pharmacy (PharmD). Work Experience: PGY2 residency in Pediatrics or equivalent experience. Certification: Pediatric Board Certification (e.g., BCPPS) prior to start date and maintained. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Demonstrates ability to contribute positively to a team environment; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to be self-directed and motivated; ability to relate to customer needs and concerns. Physical Requirements
Physically agile; may require walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching frequently. May occasionally include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance. May require moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders, or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting, and/or low to loud noise. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits
About Health First: At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule
Full-Time Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Health First by 2x Get notified about new Clinical Pharmacy Specialist jobs in Melbourne, FL.
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