Job Requirements Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Pediatrics
Pediatrics specialty hematology/oncology pediatric patients
Under limited supervision, the Pharmacy Clinical Specialist provides a high level of direct patient care pharmacy services for an assigned, specialized patient population to assure adequate patient care according to professional standards and practices. They advise and consult with patients and their families and the medical and nursing staff. They participate in research and drug use and outcome management programs within their specialty area; are responsible for publishing data or giving presentations at local, regional or national meetings and instruct and train pharmacy residents and students. They act as a mentor to other clinical pharmacists.
The Pediatrics Pharmacy Clinical Specialist provides collaborative pharmaceutical care to all pediatric patients in various locations.
Primary Responsibilities- Provides pharmaceutical care to patients including the promotion of optimal drug therapy and safe use of medications. Assesses patient-specific data to evaluate medication needs, verifies medication orders, and oversees the preparation, dispensing, distribution and monitoring of all medications.
- Collaborates and consults with and provides education to pharmacy and medical staff, nurses, allied health professionals, patients and caregivers. Acts as a preceptor for learners as directed.
- Manages care, quality, and costs by engaging in the systematic and continuous process of evaluating and improving the utilization of medications in a patient population in order to enhance the quality, safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the medication use process.
- Oversees and directs the work of other pharmacy staff and ensures service standards are met.
- Participates in and/or provides direct patient care in any setting or capacity.
- Supports interdisciplinary rounds, training, prepares materials, and participates in facility committees, and/or implements strategic initiatives.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Work Experience Education & Experience - Required- Doctorate of Pharmacy Required (PharmD) unless graduated from U.S. School of Pharmacy in or before 2003 OR Foreign Equivalent.
- 6 years of experience OR PGY-2 Residency / Fellowship OR 3 years plus PGY-1 Residency required OR 3 years of experience plus specialized pharmacy certification.
- Maryland Pharmacist License.
Education & Experience - Preferred- Specialty Residency.
- Board Certified preferred.
