Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Mount Sinai Medical Center

$110K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Pharmacist in Florida; Board Certification preferred for PharmD candidates and required for B.S. candidates.
  • Pharm.D. from ACPE accredited institution or B.S. Pharmacy with Board Certification.
  • Completion of a specialized Residency (PGY-2) or Fellowship, or equivalent experience totaling four years in specialized practice area.
  • Track record of exceptional performance in leadership, clinical practice, research, and education in specialty area.
  • Meets ASHP Residency Preceptor Requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Completes drug utilization reviews promptly and accurately.
  • Leads and develops innovative pharmacy clinical services.
  • Mentors staff on antimicrobial management and clinical programs.
  • Contributes to reporting on adverse drug reactions and medication safety initiatives.
  • Trains and mentors pharmacists, students, and other staff in medication management.
  • Acts as a preceptor for pharmacy students and residents to guide their learning.
  • Provides expertise in specialty areas of pharmacy practice and operations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits.
  • Life insurance coverage and long-term disability protection.
  • Healthcare spending accounts and retirement plans.
  • Generous paid time off allotment.
  • Pet insurance options available for employees.
  • Tuition reimbursement support for further education.
  • Access to an employee assistance program and wellness initiatives.
  • On-site housing available for select roles.
Full Job Description
Department:
CC017305 Medication Management Services

Job Description Summary:

Medication Therapy Management Specialist for MTM ProgramPosition Responsibilities
  • Completes drug utilization reviews
  • Leads and develops pharmacy clinical services
  • Leader and mentor of the antimicrobial management and other clinical programs
  • Participates in the design, collection, and reporting of adverse drug reactions, drug utilization reviews, medication errors and pharmacy quality initiatives
  • Leads the training and mentorship of pharmacists, pharmacy students, residents, technicians, nurses and physicians
  • Leads in preceptorship of pharmacy students and/or residents
  • Provides and demonstrates expertise in a specialized area of pharmacy practice (operational and/or clinical).
  • Provides advanced technical support as assigned for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems
  • Effectively and proactively intervenes in conflicts between pharmacy and medical staff regarding drug therapy issue resolutions.
  • Maintains appropriate controlled substance records. Works with the Pharmacy Director appropriate manager to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all controlled substance diversion prevention and monitoring standards. Participates in controlled substance reviews and audits.
  • Complies with all regulatory standards. Works with the Pharmacy Director and Operations/Clinical Manager to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all regulatory standards. Participates in quality and regulatory reviews and audits
  • Prioritizes work and leads others to comply with facility medication turn-around time policy and procedure . Identifies areas for improved efficiency. Assists in implementation of clinical and operational process changes.
  • Assists in providing feedback with staff performance evaluations
  • Acts as manager in charge as assigned
  • Provides review and guidance on physician order sets and other evidenced based medication use guidelines
  • Prepares pharmacy newsletters and/or other forms of written and electronic communication
  • Performs drug class reviews and drug monographs
  • Participates in all aspects of managing the drug formulary
  • Leads the development, implementation, and monitoring of pharmacy operations initiatives (operational/clinical)
  • Develops and reviews pharmacy policies and procedures
Qualifications
  • License/Registration/Certification
    • Registered Pharmacist in the State of Florida and Board Certification preferred for a Pharm D. candidate and required for a B.S Pharmacist Candidate. Board Certification in specialty area of practice preferred.
  • Education
    • Pharm.D. from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy or B.S. Pharmacy Degree from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy WITH a required Board Certification.
  • Experience
    • Specialized Residency (PGY-2), or Fellowship in the clinical service specialty practice area, or equivalent practice experience (completion of 4 years of practice experience in the specialized area or completion of a PGY-1 Residency plus 2 additional years of practice experience in the specialized area) Track record of exceptional performance in leadership, clinical practice, research, and education in specialty area of practice. Fully meets ASHP Residency Preceptor Requirements.

Benefits:

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:

  • Health benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Healthcare spending accounts
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness program
  • On-site housing for select positions and more!

Degree Requirements:

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