Clinical Pharmacist Generalist

Pharmacist

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

• Patient Care
  • Assure the appropriateness of medication therapy through:
    • Review of medication orders for clinical appropriateness based on patient specific conditions and concomitant therapies.
    • Compound and accurately dispense medications, intravenous solutions and related supplies
    • Formulate, prepare, and maintain quality control of pharmaceutical preparations
    • Check medication preparation and oversee delegated pharmacy services performed by pharmacy technicians
    • Communication with prescribers and providers regarding appropriateness of drug therapy and patient response to therapy.
  • Actively collaborate with the health care team designing, implementing and monitoring patient-specific pharmacotherapy; interviewing patients to obtain medication histories; counseling patients regarding proper drug dosage, administration, usage, and possible side effects; documenting pharmaceutical care activities
  • Provide assistance as a member of the patient care team ensuring accurate medication use and documentation of medication administration in situations such as cardiac arrests
  • Assist in the development and implementation of new pharmacy services to support the Michigan Medicine's goals and objectives
• Education
  • Pharmacists serve as preceptors for Doctor of Pharmacy students on a variety of practice experiences including Introductory Pharmacy Patient Experiences (IPPEs) and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs), and may provide didactic education for pharmacy students
  • May assist in the development and provision of medication-related educational and training programs
• Research
  • May conduct or participate in research, drug use projects, cost reduction/management initiatives, and quality improvement activities consistent with Michigan Medicine's goals and objectives.
• Additional pharmacy and patient care services may include but are not limited to:
  • Patient education, including but not limited to discharge counseling and education for medications with novel or unique delivery systems

Supervision Received

This position will report to the Pharmacy Manager - CW Pharmacies

Supervision Exercised

Pharmacists provide functional supervision of technical staff, residents, and students working in their area including completion of job assignments and assuring adherence to institutional policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications*

• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current licensure as a registered pharmacist by the State of Michigan Board of Pharmacy
• Michigan Controlled Substance License to practice pharmacy in the State of Michigan, or eligibility to become licensed within 60 days of employment start date
• Able to perform all of the Duties and Responsibilities
• Able to prioritize with accuracy and dependability
• Demonstrate and apply excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Effectively communicate with pharmacy team members, other healthcare professionals, employees, patients and visitors
• Accurately and efficiently interpret and process medication orders, labels, and documentation
• Ability to meet all of the above qualifications and requirements with or without reasonable accommodation

Desired Qualifications*

• Completion of a pharmacy residency or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Relevant work experience in the area of practice
• Applicable certification (e.g., board certification) related to the practice area

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

The schedule for this position is Evening shift, with weekend and holiday rotation.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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