Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist

Description Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not‑for‑profit system since 1924, it serves kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free‑standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children's Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Children's Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry. Department Overview The pharmacy department is staffed by registered pharmacists and certified pharmacy technicians with specialized training in pediatric pharmacy. Our inpatient pharmacists perform daily rounds with providers and partner to provide state‑of‑the‑art pediatric comprehensive medication management services, pharmacy automation, IV production and compounding services. Children’s pharmacists offer medication education, consultation and specialized drug information services, and participate in educational and outreach programs. We provide 24‑hour inpatient operations services and 16‑hour decentralized pharmacist coverage. Our decentralized team includes trained subspecialists in neonatal, pediatric and cardiovascular critical care—including cardiac transplant, pediatric medicine, oncology, neuroscience, emergency medicine (including Level I trauma services) and research. In the ambulatory setting, pharmacists provide pediatric pharmacy services for home infusion, retail pharmacy, oncology clinic/infusion center and hemophilia treatment center, as well as medication therapy management (MTM) within primary and specialty care clinics. We are committed to training the next generation of pediatric pharmacy professionals through mentoring of pharmacy students and post‑doctoral training in a robust residency program, which includes PGY1 and PGY2 residencies in pediatrics and pharmacogenomics. We value teamwork, open communication, safety and respect, and endeavor to foster an environment that encourages learning and professional growth while ensuring excellent care for patients and families. Position Summary Provides information to all patients, patient families and colleagues to promote optimal utilization of drugs. Coordinates the delivery of effective, safe, and cost‑effective drug therapy to all patients. Conducts clinical and pharmacoeconomic research in support of the hospital’s medical staff and to improve drug therapy. Provides daily oversight of pharmacy technician activities. This role includes rotating day and evening shifts, one week of overnight coverage per month, and every other weekend. Qualifications Graduate from a college/school of Pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) or a foreign college of pharmacy with at least a five‑year curriculum and who has passed the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Examination (FPGEE) and become certified by the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Commission (FPGEC), required. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an ACPE‑accredited institution, preferred. Licensed to practice pharmacy in the State of Minnesota current or within three months of hire, required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification current or within three months of hire, required. PharmD degree or equal clinical experience preferred for decentralized pharmacists. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred for decentralized pharmacists.Institutional or outpatient experience preferred, depending on position. Pediatric Residency, preferred. Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacy Specialist (BCPPS), preferred. Minnesota Board of Pharmacy preceptor license, preferred. Physical Demands Please click here to view the Physical Demands. The posted salary represents a market‑competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full‑time employment (40 standard hours per week). Annual salaries for part‑time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full‑time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs. In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on‑call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I‑9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children’s Minnesota is an equal‑opportunity employer. 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