Job Summary and QualificationsThe Pharmacy Clinical Manager implements and oversees Pharmacy clinical programs and corporate/division initiatives by conducting utilization and cost analyses and coordinating drug utilization reviews and analyses. This position collaborates with others to maintain formulary compliance, leads Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee functions, and serves as a drug information resource.
What you will do in this role:- Provide clinical pharmacy services, promoting safe and rational use of medications to improve patient outcomes.
- Coordinate the delivery of clinical pharmaceutical care to assigned areas.
- Assist in the training and professional development of staff pharmacists, residents, technicians, nursing and medical staff.
- Develop appropriate, safe, and cost-effective drug therapy protocol/policies.
- Maintain a cost-effective formulary system and coordinates the pharmacy and therapeutic committee.
- Coordinate the selection and safe use of alternative medications in response to medication shortages.
- Facilitate the identification, resolution, implementation, and communication of cost-effective medication-use issues in collaboration with the medical staff.
- Participate in performance improvement projects and collaborate with other departments to improve quality of patient care and assure patient safety.
- Provide clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners. Recommend evidence-based medication therapy and monitoring plans. Suggest appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff as needed.
- Publish pharmacy newsletters and liaison with Medical Staff Office and Marketing to develop physician communications/education.
- Contribute to the quality and effective operation of the department.
- Review the performance and documentation of clinical activities of pharmacists, including ongoing clinical initiatives as defined by the Director of Pharmacy.
- Support the improvement and accomplishment of corporate, division, and facility objectives through interdepartmental teamwork and planning.
- Develop, manage, and mentor antimicrobial management program (AMP), in conjunction with infectious disease pharmacist, if applicable.
- Responsible for design, analysis, and reporting of adverse drug reactions, medication errors and pharmacy quality initiatives. Mentor others in their roles for these programs.
- 1Support participation in daily multidisciplinary and bedside rounds.
- Supervise and assist clinical pharmacist staff effectively.
- Perform annual performance evaluations on direct reporting staff, including coaching and/or improvement plans when necessary.
- Provide guidance to pharmacy staff regarding current TJC, state, and other regulatory standards compliance.
- Prepare reports on pharmaceutical care and pharmacoeconomic activities including financial impact.
- Participate in the quality improvement activities of the department. Collect and analyze data and maintain documentation of all clinical activities.
- Participate in the design and update of pharmacy computer system programs relating to pharmacy, nursing and physician programs.
- Establish productive, collaborative relationships with staff members, physicians, and nurses, and within the community.
- Participate in community educational programs as necessary and contribute to the advancement of the profession through publications or presentations at local, state, national journals, and meetings.
What qualifications you will need:- Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy required.
- Licensed Pharmacist required.
- 3-5 years of hospital pharmacy experience in a clinical pharmacist position required.
- Use of spreadsheet, word processing software, and other pharmacy equipment required.
- Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties certification in the applicable practice area required after 2 years of service.
- 6Sustained record of contribution and commitment to pharmacy practice required.
Serving our community for the past 40 years, TriStar Southern Hills has been a leader for a wide range of healthcare services. These include emergency services, cardiology, orthopedics and rehabilitation. TriStar Southern Hills is an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI and a Primary Stroke Center. There are more than 300 board certified physicians representing more than 20 specialties. Many have offices located on our campus.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
Become a manager with an organization that invests in your career while giving to the community. We are seeking distinguished applicants for our Clinical Pharmacy Manager opening. Help HCA Healthcare create healthier tomorrows for patients and communities.
