Clinical Pharmacist, Acute Care Pharmacy, Internal Medicine

Job Summary


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The Internal Medicine Pharmacist provides patient-centered care to patients. This position must: provide pharmaceutical care to patients to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes; promote cost-effective drug therapy; provide assistance in educating pharmacy students, PGY1 and PGY2 residents; participate in research projects to improve the outcomes for patients; participate on Medical Center and Department committees; adhere to the general hospital standards to promote cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building; assist with verification of medication orders and distribution of pharmaceutical products; coordinate and participate in the education of pharmacist and other health care professionals; initiate and/or participate in medication utilization evaluations; assist in developing and implementing treatment protocols in order to improve patient care; assist with medication access, patient education, and discharge follow up phone calls.

Position Highlights

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  Clinical Pharmacist, Acute Care Pharmacy, Internal Medicine
  
  



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  Primarily 1st shift, M-F w/ WE and HOL rotation
  
  



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  Winston Campus
  
  

How You'll Impact Patient care


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Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

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  Process medication orders and prescriptions from physicians and nurses.
  
  



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  Supervise technicians to ensure timely and accurate medication dispensing, optimizing staff utilization.
  
  



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  Deliver pharmaceutical care for optimal patient outcomes.
  
  



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  Contribute to quality improvement efforts through teamwork.
  
  



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  Continuously update and document skills and knowledge.
  
  



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  Maintain documentation for compliance with standards and regulations.
  
  



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  Set personal goals to support departmental objectives.
  
  



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  Provide age-appropriate care following guidelines.
  
  



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  Foster a cooperative work environment through effective communication and teamwork.
  
  

What You Will Need:

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  Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a B.S. in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) is required.
  
  



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  Current state pharmacist license in good standing through North Carolina Board of Pharmacy is required.
  
  

Nice To Have (Not Required)






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  Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency and PGY2 in Internal Medicine, Pharmacotherapy, Ambulatory Care or relevant clinical experience is preferred.
  
  



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  Board Certification is preferred.
  
  



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  Previous mentorship of pharmacy residents is preferred.
  
  



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  Strong attention to detail and a commitment to patient safety.
  
  



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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  



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  Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
  
  



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  Possesses strong organizational and leadership skills.
  
  



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  Takes self-initiative to innovate and collaborate with team members.
  
  

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