Bon Secours Health System
Clinical Pharmacist - Memorial Regional Medical Center
Bon Secours Health System, Mechanicsville, Virginia, United States, 23116
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40 Work Shift:
Rotating Shifts (United States of America) Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient Memorial Regional Medical Center Job Summary The Clinical Pharmacist participates in clinical programs and initiatives 50-90% of the time with a consistency in schedule. The Clinical Pharmacist ensures safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies.
Essential Functions
Activities may include but are not limited to medication management activities typically for a specific clinical area of focus or patient population
Participate in clinical programs to improve patient care, optimize medication therapy and promote health and disease prevention
Perform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomes
Maintain proficiency in order processing and support pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability
Engage in and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resources
Collaborate and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy team members, other health care professionals, and leaders to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programs
Identify, document and resolve potential and actual adverse medication events; may evaluate and report on data event reporting system for trending and prevention purposes
Perform medication education to ensure improved patient/associate understanding and compliance consistent with department guidance
Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assigned
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)
Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)
Required Licensing & Certifications
Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)
Valid state issued ID (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred)
ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (preferred)
Immunization Certified (preferred)
Experience
Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform pharmaceutical assessments and develop patient management plans (required)
Pharmacy residency or 3 years equivalent experience; General pharmacotherapy certification (BCPS) or other certification approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (preferred)
Skills & Abilities
Relationship building
Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements
Handle hazardous drugs
Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation
Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databases
Advanced knowledge of medications, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost
Regulatory compliance
Develop SMART goals and objectives
Utilize SBAR format
Provide medication education
Analytical skills - database management, data presentation, data and metrics interpreting
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Customer service for internal and external customers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Coaching and mentoring
Organization
Stress management
Relationship building
Training
Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)
Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affir... If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40 Work Shift:
Rotating Shifts (United States of America) Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient Memorial Regional Medical Center Job Summary The Clinical Pharmacist participates in clinical programs and initiatives 50-90% of the time with a consistency in schedule. The Clinical Pharmacist ensures safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies.
Essential Functions
Activities may include but are not limited to medication management activities typically for a specific clinical area of focus or patient population
Participate in clinical programs to improve patient care, optimize medication therapy and promote health and disease prevention
Perform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomes
Maintain proficiency in order processing and support pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability
Engage in and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resources
Collaborate and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy team members, other health care professionals, and leaders to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programs
Identify, document and resolve potential and actual adverse medication events; may evaluate and report on data event reporting system for trending and prevention purposes
Perform medication education to ensure improved patient/associate understanding and compliance consistent with department guidance
Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assigned
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)
Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)
Required Licensing & Certifications
Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)
Valid state issued ID (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred)
ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (preferred)
Immunization Certified (preferred)
Experience
Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform pharmaceutical assessments and develop patient management plans (required)
Pharmacy residency or 3 years equivalent experience; General pharmacotherapy certification (BCPS) or other certification approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (preferred)
Skills & Abilities
Relationship building
Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements
Handle hazardous drugs
Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation
Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databases
Advanced knowledge of medications, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost
Regulatory compliance
Develop SMART goals and objectives
Utilize SBAR format
Provide medication education
Analytical skills - database management, data presentation, data and metrics interpreting
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Customer service for internal and external customers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Coaching and mentoring
Organization
Stress management
Relationship building
Training
Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)
Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affir... If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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