Clinical Pharmacist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director of Pharmacy Services the Clinical Pharmacist will assume the responsibility and accountability for the management of rational antibiotic therapy used within the Hospital , or management of the critical care or high risk patients as defined by area of responsibility.

Will provide for the collaboration and consultation with other health professionals on the therapeutic use of antibiotics or other medication for patients under the scope of responsibility.

Will also provide education and training for health professionals involved in this clinical forum.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following :

1. Understands and adheres to the Hospital Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.

2. Improve the monitoring and management of the clinical pharmacy antibiotic service or of critical care or high risk groups to include interventions to improve the quality and cost effectiveness of patient care.

3. Promotes the clinical pharmacy development of pharmacy staff by providing clinical leadership and education as appropriate.

4. Work collegially with others in all activities in order to achieve organizational objectives, cooperating in both interpersonal and team relationships to establish common ground, build shared goals and encourage new ideas.

5. Generate creative approaches and new ideas to improve performance, service and quality. This includes identifying and weighing options and interventions, involving appropriate people in the decision making process and making sound decisions after reviewing all relevant information.

6. Takes personal responsibility for all work activities and personal actions including following through on commitments, implementing decisions that have been agreed upon and acknowledging mistakes or failures without blaming others.

7. Demonstrate and understanding and sensitivity towards others by treating people with courtesy and respect. Establish and maintain effective relations with friendly greetings, a positive outlook and a pleasant manner.

8. Display a high degree of honesty, loyalty and integrity.

9. Foster collaboration and trust among colleagues and departments who work together. Build a positive work environment by connecting work goals, activities and processes to the Mission and values of the Hospital.

10. Maintains open dialogue by listening attentively to others and react in a positive manner to requests, questions and suggestions.

11. Shares information in a timely manner and keeps others adequately informed.

12. Practices cost containment measures.

13. Adhere to all Hospital policies and procedures, dress code, behavioral standards conduct, customer service and meets all mandatory in-services and standard for attendance.

14. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required Qualifications :

• Graduation from an accredited School of Pharmacy with a PharmD degree.
• Current registration as a pharmacist in New York State.

Role Addition :

The Clinical Pharmacist will join four existing clinical pharmacists.

Essential Criteria :

• Possession of a PharmD degree.
• Active New York State pharmacist registration.
• Completion of PGY1 residency with board certification; PGY2 residency is preferred.

Clinical Experience :

• Experience in rounding with CCU / ICU patients.
• Counseling for CHF / COPD patients.
• Investigation and reporting of medication errors.

Responsibilities :

• Monitoring and follow-up with Sentri7.
• Handoff and follow-ups from morning shift clinical pharmacists.
• Providing staff education and support.

Core Competencies

Ability to interpret, understand and communicate effectively in written and verbal English

Ability to act in a professional capacity and serve as a role model.

Retains composure under stress

Physical / Mental Demands / Requirements & Work Environment

Must be physically able to ambulate or be stationary for extended periods of time, perform difficult manipulative arm-hand steadiness and hand-eye coordination skills.

Must be physically able to meet all regulatory requirements.

Ability to focus and concentrate on fine detail with interruption and attend to tasks for more than 60 minutes at a time.

Individual must be able to understand theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a day.

Must be able to detect, interpret and judge objects both closely and distant.

May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools / SDS Access).

A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.

Primary Population Served

Check appropriate box(s) below :

Neonatal (birth 28 days) ?Patients with exceptional communication needs

Infant (29 days less than 1 year) ?Patients with developmental delays

Pediatric (1 12 years) ?Patients at end of life

Adolescent (13 17 years) ?Patients under isolation precautions

Adult (18 64 years) ?Patients with cultural needs

Geriatric (>

65 years) ?All populations

Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities ? Non-patient care population

The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs

of the Hospital.

The salary range and / or hourly rate 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 a team member's base salary and / or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).