Pharmacist (Clinical Specialist)- Geriatrics
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Pharmacy Service Geriatric
The Pharmacy Service serves veterans throughout the state and has three pharmacy locations at East Orange, Lyons, and Toms River. The CPS Geriatric may be asked to work at any of the sites if needed. The medical center is affiliated with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Medical School, Rutgers College of Pharmacy and the University of Sciences at Philadelphia College of Pharmacy.
Serves as expert and consultant to the Chief of Pharmacy Service for medication related issues in the geriatric setting.
Serves as an independent practitioner in the Geriatric setting requiring the highest level of pharmacist clinical privileges with minimal supervision. Principal responsibilities include pharmacotherapy management of Geriatric patients, provision of drug information services as it relates to the care of geriatric patients, and the development and supervision of pharmacy programs in Extended Care Services.
Is responsible for providing medication reconciliation and acts as the primary liaison between pharmacy service and Extended Care Services.
Participates in developing criteria for drug utilization evaluations, data collection, trending reports, and other quality assurance activities as required to ensure appropriate and safe drug utilization of medication in Geriatric patients.
Actively participates in local, state and national organizations related to the advancement of the pharmaceutical profession.
Work Schedule: Variable
Telework: Available- Ad Hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 37795F
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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