3 years of experience in area of specialization required
1 year PGY-2 Pharmacy residency preferred
Registered Pharmacist (RPh) - State Licensing Board required
Board Certified in applicable area of specialty or pharmacotherapy required within 24 months
Basic Life Support Program (BLS) certification required as per unit guidelines
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive pharmacotherapy services for patient populations
Consult with healthcare professionals and patients on medication use
Coordinate and deliver ongoing education for clinical staff pharmacists
Direct and precept pharmacy students and residents
Review adverse events and recommend improvements to medication use processes
Review prescriptions and medication orders for appropriateness
Participate in committees to enhance medication use processes
Deliver clinical pharmacy services as per hospital policies
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development and leadership
Engagement in educational efforts for pharmacy staff and students
Involvement in system-wide committees for medication safety
Diverse clinical responsibilities across various patient populations
Supportive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement
Full Job Description
Franciscan Health Dyer Campus24 Joliet St Dyer, Indiana 46311
Within Franciscan Health, the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist provides comprehensive pharmacotherapy services for patient populations, responds to complex drug therapy issues, and provides leadership to improve medication use. The Specialist leads education efforts for Clinical Staff Pharmacists, Pharmacy Students, Pharmacy Residents, and other healthcare professionals.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Emergency Department Pharmacist Primary location is Dyer, with occasional coverage at Munster as needed. Schedule is primarily Monday-Friday; however, hours may vary based on department needs and may include later evening coverage. Holiday rotation required. Position primarily supports Emergency Department pharmacy services and may provide clinical or operational staffing coverage as needed.
Consult with and advise other Healthcare professionals and patients on matters pertaining to selection, procurement, distribution, and safe and appropriate use of medications.
Coordinate and deliver ongoing staff education for clinical staff pharmacist.
Direct and precept students and/or residents.
Review adverse events related to the medication use process, recommend improvements to the medication use process, as needed, and ensure improvements are implemented.
Review prescriptions and medication orders, check for appropriateness, and provide information needed to properly and safely administer the medication.
Attend and participate in local and system-wide committees to improve the medication use process.
Provide clinical pharmacy services as outlined in approved hospital policies, including but not limited to: pharmacokinetic consults, renal dosing, parenteral nutrition management, anticoagulation management, neonatal/pediatric/geriatric dosing management, route optimization, antimicrobial stewardship, and reviewing medications at transitions of care.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy
Preferred Doctorate Pharmacy
1 year PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Required
3 years In area of specialization Required
1 year PGY-2 Pharmacy residency Preferred
Registered Pharmacist (RPh) - State Licensing Board
Board Certified in applicable area of specialty or pharmacotherapy (if specialty area not available) - . Required within 24 months
Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association As required by unit
TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:
Never or Rarely
About Franciscan Health
Franciscan Health is a Catholic healthcare system with 14 hospitals and numerous clinics located in Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan. The system is a member of the Mishawaka-based Franciscan Alliance, which is one of the largest Catholic healthcare systems in the United States. Franciscan Health provides a wide range of medical services, including cancer care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics, neurology, women's health, and pediatrics.
