Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Hospital at Home

Location New Parkland Hospital Rotating shifts/Rotating weekends Rotating shifts/Rotating weekends Primary Purpose Provides specialized integrated clinical pharmacy services for an assigned area. Provides leadership in education and practice of evidence-based medication use and optimal patient outcomes. Minimum Specifications Education Must have a bachelor's degree in pharmacy or Pharm. D. degree from an accredited school of pharmacy Experience Successful completion of an ASHP-accredited post-graduate year one (PGY1) residency training program and post-graduate year two (PGY2) residency training program or fellowship. Meets Parkland standards of an ASHP-Qualified Residency Preceptor within one year of employment. Prior experience working in assigned practice area preferred. Equivalent Education and/or Experience Additional certification(s) or years of relevant clinical pharmacist experience would be evaluated for equivalent if no prior residency training. Certification/Registration/Licensure Texas Pharmacist License or eligible for Texas Pharmacist License; must obtain licensure within 90 days of employment. Prefer national certification in any Pharmacy specialty such as Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) certifications in ambulatory care (BCACP), cardiology (BCCP), critical care (BCCCP), geriatric (BCGP), infectious diseases (BCIDP), nutritional support (BCNSP), oncology (BCOP), pediatric (BCPPS), pharmacotherapy (BCPS), or psychiatric (BCPP) pharmacy. Skills or Special Abilities Must demonstrate competency and ability to perform in the desired practice area. Must possess knowledge of drugs, procedure, equipment, common disease states and patient care monitoring within the assigned care areas. Must possess good oral and written communication skills. Must possess good organizational skills. Must have proficient computer skills. Must possess extensive mathematical skills. Responsibilities Evaluates, monitors, and/or modifies patient pharmacotherapy to ensure effective and safe patient care. Designs, implements, and manages patient drug regimens based on evidence-based medicine, formulary compliance, and individual patient needs in collaboration with medical teams or practicing under medication therapy management protocols with physicians. Demonstrates competency and knowledge in computer entry, verification of medication orders, order processing, and order preparation including specialty orders. Submits reviews of standardized medication order sets according to clinical guidelines to improve ordering safety, efficiency, and patient outcomes. Participates in the development, management, education, and implementation of cost-effective, evidence-based therapies or protocols and clinical practice guidelines. Monitors drug expense in the practice area, reviews non-formulary use, maintains provider relationships, and gathers feedback regarding drug pipeline expense trends. Facilitates and participates in P&T subcommittee activities related to practice areas. Actively participates in departmental and/or hospital committees and meetings as medication management authority in a specialized practice area. Performs inspections, research, audits, MUE, and performance improvement activities to support clinical practice and best practices, and works with medical and nursing staff to enhance patient outcomes, safety, and regulatory standards. Educates and communicates effectively with patients about medication therapies to ensure proper drug usage and awareness of potential side effects. Leverages experience with diverse patient populations, literacy levels, and patient information to individualize medication regimens and adherence tools. Provides a lead role in answering complex drug information requests and applies outcomes to general and specific patient situations. Consults scientific publications for practical clinical applications and evaluates medical and advertising claims for medication products. May be required to staff or be on call as the resident expert when needed. Provides mentoring, training, and education to pharmacy students, residents, pharmacists, and technicians through individual patient cases and formal education programs such as CE or staff development programs. Also educates providers, nurses, residents, students, patients, and the public about drug therapy. Attends, participates, and provides feedback in journal club, in-services, resident topic discussions, and resident/student case presentations. Documents interventions for resolved prescribing, formulary, and therapeutic issues; identifies and discusses adverse drug events with the care team and documents safety opportunities. Suggests and implements new processes, systems, or procedures to enhance patient safety and prevent medication errors. Maintains a positive working relationship with management, healthcare professionals, staff, and other employees to improve overall pharmacy services and ensure pleasant and productive interactions. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the Pharmacy profession. Coordinates with other departments, physicians, and nurses to develop internal controls that promote adherence to state and federal laws and accreditation requirements. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in pharmacy and medicine by attending seminars, reading journals, and participating in professional organizations, while maintaining licensure and additional certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Conducts and participates in research that impacts quality of care; engages in IRB-approved or internal projects and promotes Parkland Health locally and nationally through publications, presentations, collaborations, and volunteer efforts. Requisition ID: 987178 #J-18808-Ljbffr Parkland Health and Hospital System