Clinical Pharmacist - Abdominal Transplant

This role focuses on providing pharmacy related services in a hospital or retail setting. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Pharmacy Services duties: Delivers pharmaceuticals. Includes professionals who are trained and sometimes licensed to dispense medicine/controlled substances. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. An experienced level role that applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Works independently with general supervision, problems faced are difficult but typically not complex, and may influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices.Responsible for the day-to-day operation of a pharmacy area. Works independently, without direct supervision to direct and coordinate the activities of a pharmacy area which includes the direct supervision and coordination of both professional and support staff. Ensures pharmacy practice is performed within alignment of department policies and procedures. Responsible for promoting best pharmacy practices within the assigned area, within the constraints of state and federal laws, rules and regulations. Works to identify operational improvements in order to provide for the most efficient and high-quality pharmaceutical care possible in the assigned area of responsibility. Clinical pharmacists (CP) work closely with other health practitioners to meet the various needs of our patients by reviewing and approving medication orders, monitoring drug therapies, and providing drug information. This position improves the health of patients by providing pharmaceutical care to individual patients and by serving as a resource to physicians, nurses, and other health professionals. Provides leadership by facilitating the development, implementation, and maintenance of hospital and departmental systems that promote desirable patient outcomes. Educates students, interns, residents, nurses and patients and they participate in drug therapy research.**Job Description****Minimum Qualifications:**3. Three (3) years of related experience.**Preferred Qualifications:**3. Four (5) years of related experience Clinical pharmacy expertise with direct patient care experience required, either through residency training or prior job experience.4. Prior supervisory experience.**Duties and Responsibilities:** The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.1. Performs all aspects of a clinical pharmacist.5. Promotes modern pharmacy practice with regards to preparing, compounding, dispensing and delivering medications, as well as clinical pharmacy practice. 12. Ensures the highest level of pharmacy practice competency through continuous education, review of current literature, trainings, certifications, and participation in professional organizations. **Physical Requirements:** 4. Requires ability to see medications, computer screen and reports.**Skills & Abilities:** 1. Demonstrates knowledge of Pharmacy Laws, regulations and professional standards by keeping appropriate records (i.e., accurately maintains the Pharmacy Department perpetual inventory for controlled drugs).2. Superior verbal and written presentation skills.3. Superior communication skills, including developing and giving presentations, both 1-1 and group.4. Knowledge of integrated health networks.5. Knowledge of health plan drug formularies.6. Project and resource management skills.7. Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.8. Ability to understand importance of and respect for the confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.9. Knowledge of clinical best practices and standards for optimizing medication use.10. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.11. Ability to work with all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences.13. Motivational Interviewing proficiency.14. Ability to prioritize and resolve critical issues efficiently and effectively. 15. Detail oriented, with strong organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities. 16. Very strong working knowledge and proficiency with technology and business software (Microsoft Office).17. Experience with Electronic Medical Records.18. Willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that will continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.19. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers. The health system came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care. #J-18808-Ljbffr