Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - PRN - AAMC

Position Objective Responsible for carrying out Clinical Pharmacy services through promoting evidence‑based pharmacotherapy and sound pharmaceutical care through the development of medication management protocols and drug therapy policies. Serves as a Clinical Pharmacy resource for the health system. Essential Job Duties Conducts departmental activities to meet the goals, objectives and policies of the pharmacy department. Participates in improvements in interdepartmental policies and procedures, which support the Pharmacy Department and Hospital’s strategic goals. Maintains accurate records as required by departmental policies and procedures and/or federal and state board regulations. Completes all core competencies and documents clinical activities accurately and according to policies and procedures. Supports the Investigational Drug Service in the daily operations of the department. Serves as the medication expert on medical and surgical units and is available to provide time‑sensitive, accurate information for other healthcare providers in acute scenarios. Provides pharmaceutical care, dosing and guideline recommendations to impact patient care and decrease readmissions. Provides guidance for drug selection and pharmacotherapy regimens in accordance with evidence‑based guidelines. Completes pharmacotherapy drug class reviews, formulary additions/deletions, assimilation of evidence‑based protocols/order‑sets, medication safety related activities and/or targeted medication expense reductions. Assists in appropriate transition of care services, including medication reconciliation and discharge education of high‑risk patients (or those with pertinent medication‑related problems) as appropriate. Serves as the pharmacy representative on multidisciplinary committees and develops pharmacotherapy‑specific educational programs, protocols, standard operating procedures, and order sets. Educates other healthcare providers, via formal and informal in‑services, on approved treatment guidelines and criteria to increase appropriate and cost‑effective use of medications in the medical and surgical units. Serves as a resource for Pharmacy School Students and AAMC Pharmacy Residents. Educational and Experience Requirements Doctor of Pharmacy degree required. Completion of PGY‑1 residency or 2 years of demonstrated clinical experience required. Completion of PGY‑2 residency or board certification in pharmacotherapy preferred. Required License/Certifications Current Maryland State License. Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and negligible force constantly; job rated for light work. Employees in this position are reasonably expected to be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus. Position includes general duties and responsibilities as described above; not exhaustive. #J-18808-Ljbffr Luminis-Health