Clinical Pharmacist - PRN

Job Description

Become an Essential Part of Patient Care as a Clinical Pharmacist!

Are you a skilled clinical pharmacist looking to make a direct impact on patient care in a hospital setting? We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Clinical Pharmacist to join our multidisciplinary team and play a crucial role in ensuring safe, effective, and individualized medication therapy for our patients.

Join McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital (MHMH), part of TriHealth, where you'll deliver high-quality, compassionate care in a collaborative, community-focused environment. Located in Oxford, Ohio-home to Miami University and one of America's best college towns-you'll enjoy the charm of a small town with the energy of a vibrant campus, just a short drive from Cincinnati and Dayton. Grow your career with hands-on experience, supportive leadership, and opportunities for advancement within a respected health system while making a meaningful impact every day.

About the Role

As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy and improve patient outcomes. You'll provide expertise in drug therapy management, medication reconciliation, and patient education, ensuring our patients receive the highest standard of care.

In this role, you will:

• Ensure the appropriateness of all elements of pharmaceutical care while adhering to policies and procedures.
• Supervise supportive team members to maintain accuracy and efficiency in distributive services.
• Serve as a drug information resource for TriHealth providers.
• Engage in direct patient interactions, precept pharmacy residents and student pharmacists, and contribute to department projects in collaboration with Pharmacy Leadership.

Location:

McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital 110 N. Poplar St., Oxford, OH 45056

Work Schedule:

Tuesday & Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM (Required to work every 3rd weekend and holiday)

Note: This position is part-time w/benefits , and we offer flexibility to discuss alternatives , such as working one day per week as PRN (no benefits) .

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy (Required)
• 1 - 2 years' experience Pharmacy (Required)
• Pharmacist
• Prescription formula and mathematics for calculating dosage and quantity
• Working knowledge of all Ohio Board of Pharmacy regulations

Job Overview:

A TriHealth Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for providing optimal pharmaceutical care to all patients we serve through distributive and clinical functions. The Clinical Pharmacist collaborates with other health care providers to ensure appropriateness of all elements of pharmaceutical care and independently operates within policies and procedures to manage the department's clinical and consultative services. The Clinical Pharmacist supervises the work of supportive team members to ensure accuracy and efficiency of distributive services. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to serving as a drug information resource for TriHealth providers, direct patient interaction, precepting of pharmacy residents and/or student pharmacists, and contribution to department projects or initiatives in collaboration with Pharmacy Leadership

• Job Responsibilities:
  Ensures the 7 patient "rights" are respected: right patient, right dose, right route, right time, right drug with the right information and documentation. Reports medication errors and assists in assessing the risks and strategies to manage the risk. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures. Provides a consistent process of patient care to ensure the safety of the patient's medication use. Assists in protocol development, implementation, and optimization. Undertakes projects that will improve the quality of patient care and promote cost effective use of medications.
• Takes the lead in identifying opportunities and solutions in pharmacy process improvements. Applies known solutions to a variety of predictable problems. Assumes personal responsibility for professional development, particularly in the area of ongoing clinical education, and develops clinical pharmacy programs according to policies and regulations. Participates in relevant committees. Assists in orientation and training of new hires, and precepts pharmacy students and residents.
  Contributes to direct patient care through careful review of patient information, assessment and provision of appropriate pharmaceutical recommendations.
• Promotes the correct and appropriate use of medications by maximizing the clinical effect, using the most effective treatment, minimizing the risk of treatment-induced adverse events, and minimizing the expenditures for pharmacological treatments. Communicates findings and recommendations to other health care professionals who are responsible for the patient's care. Ensures that issues are resolved before dispensing. Provides education/counseling to patients about drug therapies, and provides concise, timely responses.
• Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm, professional environment. Establishes effective collaborative working relationships and open and active communication with pharmacy leadership, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and technicians. Clearly articulates ideas and thoughts through written and verbal communications.
• Provides drug distribution skills include verification, order entry, clarification as needed, accuracy of checking, technician supervision, and timely delivery. Utilizes clinical knowledge and experience to resolve health problems through rational use of medications. Manages the drug inventory by adjusting par levels and avoids stock-outs and decreasing waste. Communicates with the Pharmacy Buyers to ensure supply matches' demand. Ensures complete, accurate, and timely documentation.

Other Related Information:

Desired Skills/Knowledge: Strong interpersonal, analytical, organization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse multidisciplinary teams.

Working Conditions:

Bending -
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Hearing: Other Sounds -
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting <10 Lbs. - Consistently
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Frequently
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Consistently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Rarely
Talking -
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Consistently
Color Vision - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Far -
Visual Acuity: Nearby -
Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS...
• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS...
• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS...
• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS...
• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS...
• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community

Why Work with Us?

At our hospital, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, and our pharmacists are a key part of that mission. As an Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist, you'll work in a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise directly influences patient outcomes. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work with a forward-thinking team that values innovation and excellence in clinical care.

If you're passionate about using your clinical pharmacy skills to improve the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply today and take the next step in your career with us!

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About Us

Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition.


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