Clinical Pharmacist

Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun. Days vary. Shifts vary. 12am-12am. Category: Pharmacy Posting #: 1026950 Employee Type: Varies Position Summary This position oversees the daily activities of the medication management process and provides comprehensive pharmacy services to patients from neonate to young adulthood while performing the duties of a registered pharmacist as defined by the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy and Phoenix Children’s. This position also ensures compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations as well as proper storage and documentation. This position receives supervision and leadership oversight from Inpatient Pharmacy leaders. Position Duties Reviews and manages medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness based upon age, weight, height, laboratory values, diagnosis, and other patient and clinical information relevant to safe and effective care, and verifies orders in an accurate and timely manner. Effectively screens for and manages clinical alerts/conditions (i.e., allergies, interactions, therapeutic duplications, adverse drug reactions). Actively problem‑solves issues with medication orders and contacts the prescriber to recommend appropriate alternative therapy as needed. Complies with the directives of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee related to formulary management. Documents clinical interventions to meet or exceed established cost‑containment and evidence‑based medication therapy goals for the department and organization. Prepares and dispenses sterile and non‑sterile medications, in an accurate and timely manner, in compliance with departmental and organizational policies and procedures, annual department goals, and all applicable laws, statutes and quality‑standards agencies. Demonstrates and utilizes appropriate clinical pharmacy skills in assessing and formulating medication therapy recommendations for medical staff and other healthcare providers that are safe, evidence‑based, care‑appropriate and cost‑effective. Participates in decentralized pharmacist‑assigned duties when applicable. Assists in developing guidelines, policies, and other monitoring and intervention strategies for medication use. Actively participates in the ongoing education and training of self, other pharmacists, pharmacy residents, interns, technicians, and student learners and orients new employees. Directly supervises the work of technical, intern, and support staff to ensure accuracy in medication preparation and dispensing and coordinates efficient daily workflow. Acts as liaison between the pharmacy and the medical and nursing staff for issues pertaining to medication management and pharmacy services. Participates in hospital and department operational and quality‑improvement initiatives where applicable. Serves in a professional capacity, when applicable, on unit‑based medical and other clinical teams providing information and recommendations for service and patient care. Pharmacists in this role may be required to work with certain subspecialties and service lines in providing advanced clinical services, including but not limited to antimicrobial stewardship program activities. Provides support for hospital and unit‑based quality and safety teams, where applicable. Effectively communicates problems, unique patient needs, and other necessary information to on‑coming staff for enhanced continuity of care. Responds to all modes of communication within the department and hospital and proactively solves problems. Answers phones promptly and politely demonstrating Phoenix Children’s values of excellence in clinical care, service, and communication at all times. Initiates, processes, and completes all associated incident, adverse drug reaction, and controlled substance documentation reports and records to ensure ongoing compliance with quality and regulatory requirements and standards. Participates in data collection and reporting of drug use evaluation, quality assurance and performance‑improvement activities within defined hospital information systems. Maintains investigational drug study records and documentation as required by the study sponsor and accrediting bodies. Provides evidence‑based medication education and/or information to patients, caregivers, medical and hospital staff for inpatient and outpatient areas as appropriate and applicable. Provides counseling, both oral and written, to patients and/or caregivers for outpatient prescriptions where applicable. Provides targeted medication information (drug information) and home medication screening for inpatient and outpatient areas. Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as requested. Mission, Vision & Values Mission To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families Vision Phoenix Children’s will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education. We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well‑being of children and families
• Delivering exceptional care every day and in every way
• Collaborating with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• Setting the standards of pediatric healthcare today and innovating for the future
• Being accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Education

1. Bachelor’s Degree (BS) or Doctorate Degree (Pharm.D.) in Pharmacy or graduating from an accredited school of pharmacy within the next 6 months – Required
2. Completion of a postgraduate year 1 (PGY‑1) pharmacy residency program accredited by ASHP – Preferred

Experience

1. Experience with information systems and automated and technical equipment – Required
2. One year of experience in a hospital pharmacy practice or equivalent – Preferred
3. One year of previous pediatric patient population experience or equivalent – Preferred

Special Skills

1. Experience with various types of computer software, including MS Office Suite or equivalent – Required
2. Ability to problem‑solve and collaborate with other team members to support a cohesive work environment by demonstrating empathy, teamwork, and willingness to give and receive constructive feedback – Required

Additional Requirements

1. Current licensure as a pharmacist or eligible, either by reciprocity or examination by the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy – Required
2. Current BLS and PALS or ACLS for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association – Preferred

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential Physical Requirement – Climbing – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) – Constantly Physical Requirement – Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) – Constantly Physical Requirement – Hearing – Constantly Physical Requirement – Pushing/pulling – Frequently Physical Requirement – Reaching – Frequently Physical Requirement – Sitting – Constantly Physical Requirement – Standing – Constantly Physical Requirement – Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Talking – Constantly Physical Requirement – Tasting/smelling – Frequently Physical Requirement – Walking – Frequently Physical Requirement – Near Vision – Constantly Physical Requirement – Far Vision – Constantly Physical Requirement – Color Discrimination – Constantly Physical Requirement – Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly Physical Requirement – Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Inside office environment – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Outdoor weather conditions – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Extreme temperatures – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Confined areas – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – High places – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Radiation exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.