Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

Additional Information About the Role Are you looking for a Clinical Pharmacist Specialist opportunity supporting patients in an inpatient environment? Our experienced team at Missouri Baptist Medical Center is growing and is seeking a specialist to support our dynamic internal medicine and inpatient multidisciplinary team. This is a great opportunity to work with our world-renowned medical professionals and improve patient care and services. PGY1 residency required PRN 1 Weekend a month requirement Additional weekday and weekend options Overview Missouri Baptist Medical Center, an acute care hospital in St. Louis County, offers a full continuum of medical and surgical services, including heart care, cancer, women and infants, breast health, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, stroke, therapy, wound and pain management services. The hospital has a 24‑hour adult emergency department and cares for pediatric patients at a separate emergency department in collaboration with St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Missouri Baptist is the first and only hospital in St. Louis County to be named a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The prestigious designation is the highest credential a health care organization can receive for nursing excellence and quality patient care. This recognition has been accomplished by less than nine percent of hospitals nationwide. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital #2 in the St. Louis metro area. The Inpatient Pharmacy at Missouri Baptist Medical Center consists of a Central Pharmacy including a Class 10,000 Clean Room for sterile product preparation and satellite pharmacies in the Operating Room, the Cancer/Infusion Center, and satellites or decentralized pharmacists on several inpatient floors. The hospital uses Pyxis Connect digital order imaging, medication bar coding, an electronic medication administration record, and Alaris Guardrails "smart" IV pumps. The department utilizes Pyxis medstations for distribution of 90% of medication. The Pharmacy program at MoBap also administers an ASHP‑accredited pharmacy practice residency program. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose Evaluates and recommends appropriate drug therapy to achieve optimal cost‑effective patient outcomes, by working directly with physicians, other health professionals, and patients. Participates in the development, provision and evaluation of comprehensive pharmaceutical care and quality assurance programs through scholarly activities. Serves as a resource to the pharmacy staff and other hospital departments. Responsibilities Assess the overall status of the patient’s health condition and evaluate medication profile for optimal patient outcomes. Monitor therapy and goals of care. Document all activities and communication as appropriate. Participate in professional development and research activities. Contribute to performance improvement, clinical effectiveness, drug use evaluation, and HSO/BJC committee activities. Participate in the education and training of pharmacy staff, residents and students, and serve as a role model and mentor. Participate in the identification and implementation of targeted drug cost reduction programs. Minimum Requirements Education Doctorate in Pharmacy Doctorate in Pharmacy Licenses & Certifications Medication Therapy Services in MO RPh Preferred Requirements Experience Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well‑being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr