Clinical Pharmacy Specialist PRN

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist PRN Position within the NIC Retail Pharmacy department delivering patient‑centered clinical pharmacy services across inpatient specialty services and/or ambulatory clinics. Focus on comprehensive medication therapy management, interprofessional care team participation, and safe, effective, and cost‑conscious medication use under established clinical protocols and guidelines. Shared Responsibilities Provide comprehensive medication therapy management for assigned patients, including assessment, care planning, monitoring, and documentation in the medical record. Participate in interdisciplinary care teams/rounds; serve as the primary pharmacy contact for clinical consultation and evidence‑based pharmacotherapy recommendations. Identify and resolve drug‑related problems (e.g., inappropriate drug or dose selection, sub‑/supra‑therapeutic dosing, adverse drug events, interactions, untreated indications, medication use without indication, and treatment failures). Support medication stewardship (e.g., antimicrobials, high‑risk medications), restriction/surveillance programs, and cost‑containment activities aligned with institutional policies and regulatory standards. Contribute to medication safety by identifying, designing, and implementing improvements in the medication‑use system to enhance patient safety and outcomes. Participate in the management of medical emergencies (e.g., codes/rapid responses) as appropriate to training and assignment. Provide transitions‑of‑care support, including medication reconciliation, patient/caregiver counseling, and coordination with inpatient and outpatient providers to promote continuity. Engage in quality improvement and practice advancement activities; facilitate or assist with clinical projects, audits, and outcomes tracking. Teach and precept learners (students/residents) within scope; contribute to staff education and development. Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, caregivers, and the care team; ensure effective handoffs and continuity across shifts/services. Participate in Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) and other multidisciplinary committees and workgroups as requested. Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Deliver direct patient care and serve as a transitions‑of‑care lead for patients with chronic and acute conditions in clinic settings. Provide comprehensive disease‑state and medication management with collaborative, evidence‑based recommendations as an active member of a multidisciplinary clinic team. Monitor patients and review charts to proactively identify, prevent, and mitigate drug‑related problems. Facilitate medication access, lower cost therapeutic alternatives, clinical support of prior authorization appeal letters, patient assistance programs, and other mechanisms to ensure timely therapy initiation/continuation. Participate in patient advocacy, public health initiatives, wellness, and health promotion relevant to assigned clinics. Collaborate with internal partners to optimize drug utilization and access in alignment with regulatory standards (e.g., understanding application of the 340B Drug Pricing Program in eligible settings). Inpatient Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Serve as the primary pharmacy consultant for assigned specialty services (e.g., internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, critical care, infectious diseases). Conduct bedside medication optimization during rounds; manage pharmacokinetic/therapeutic drug monitoring, IV‑to‑PO conversions, renal/hepatic dose adjustments, and high‑risk medication oversight. Provide discharge medication review and counseling to ensure safe transitions from the hospital to the next site of care. Coordinate specialty medication workflows (e.g., stewardship restrictions, high‑risk med checks, investigational or restricted‑use medications) in collaboration with pharmacy operations. General Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduate of an ACPE‑accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (D.Ph.) degree required. Experience: At least one (1) year of experience as a pharmacist required. Licensure: Licensure as a Pharmacist by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy required. Applicants without an active Oklahoma Pharmacist License must obtain licensure within 90 days of hire. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Contemporary knowledge of clinical pharmacy practice across inpatient and ambulatory settings; working knowledge of medication‑use systems and regulatory/accreditation expectations. Demonstrated expertise in evidence‑based pharmacotherapy and medication therapy management relevant to assigned clinical areas. Strong clinical reasoning, problem‑solving, and prioritization skills in dynamic care environments. Excellent communication (verbal, written, and electronic) and active listening skills; able to convey complex information with empathy to patients and caregivers and to influence clinical decisions on interprofessional teams. Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR/EMR), pharmacy information systems/dispensing technologies, and standard productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office). Ability to teach and precept learners; contribute to development of training experiences and competencies. Familiarity with medication access workflows (e.g., prior authorization, patient assistance); understanding of 340B program considerations in ambulatory settings (if applicable to assignment). Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and stewardship principles (e.g., antimicrobial stewardship, high‑reliability practices). Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 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