Advanced Clinical Pharmacist PRN Multi Spec

Hourly Wage Estimate: $71.47 - $92.92 / hour Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. Job Summary The Pharmacy Clinical/Operations Specialist is responsible for participating in and leading pharmacy clinical or operational programs, monitoring patient medication regimens, providing interventions, mentoring staff, and evaluating and implementing clinical/operational programs. Position Duties (Included but Not Limited To) Interpret orders and transcribe or verify them accurately and efficiently into the pharmacy computer system. Accurately compound and dispense pharmaceuticals. Comply with facility policy and procedure and regulatory requirements. Monitor drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug–drug interactions, drug–food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and dose. Provide clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners, suggesting appropriate, cost‑effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff as needed. Sustain the hospital formulary, minimizing non‑formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic interchanges and promoting rational drug therapy selection. Attend and actively participate in daily multidisciplinary and bedside rounds. Complete drug utilization reviews to promote rational drug therapy and implement improvements identified. Provide accurate and timely medication information to healthcare staff and patients. Lead and develop pharmacy clinical services such as drug consults, nutrition support, pharmacokinetics, anticoagulant monitoring, pain management, IV‑to‑PO, renal dosing and other programs as defined by Pharmacy Leadership; develop, manage and mentor antimicrobial management program (AMP). Document all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely; be responsible for mentoring and education as well as ongoing analysis of interventions to ensure accurate and appropriate documentation and provide summary reports. Support and participate in the goals of the organization’s quality improvement, risk management and patient safety program including National Patient Safety Goals, Core Measures and HCAHPS medication related initiatives. Participate in the design, collection, and reporting of adverse drug reactions, drug utilization reviews, medication errors and pharmacy quality initiatives. Lead the training and mentorship of pharmacists, pharmacy students, residents, technicians, nurses and physicians; develop and document staff competency on an ongoing basis and develop improvement plans when deficiencies in competencies are identified. Lead in preceptorship of pharmacy students and/or residents. Maintain professional competency sufficient to meet current and future needs of the facility. Provide and demonstrate expertise in a specialized area of pharmacy practice (operational and/or clinical). Provide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems. Comply with facility pharmacy schedule to work physically at patient care areas to interact with medical staff, nurses and other members of the healthcare team. Effectively and proactively assist with pharmacy and medical staff regarding drug therapy issue resolutions. Train and participate with Disaster Team drills and real‑event response as assigned. Train and participate with Code Teams as assigned. Maintain appropriate controlled substance records; work with the Pharmacy Director and appropriate manager to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all controlled substance diversion prevention and monitoring standards, and participate in controlled substance reviews and audits. Prioritize work and lead others to comply with facility medication turn‑around time policy and procedure; identify areas for improved efficiency and assist in implementation of process changes. Participate with various nursing and medical staff committees as necessary. Act as manager in charge as assigned. Provide review and guidance on physician order sets and other evidence‑based medication use guidelines. Assist with the preparation of the pharmacy newsletter and/or other forms of written and electronic communication. Perform drug class reviews and drug monographs. Assist in the design and update of pharmacy computer system programs relating to pharmacy, nursing and physician programs. Assist in the maintenance of pharmacy dictionaries including adding new drugs to the drug dictionary and Gold Standard formulary Charge Master maintenance. Practice and adhere to the “Mission and Value Statement.” Perform other duties as assigned. Position Requirements Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure by the Colorado Board of Pharmacy as a registered Pharmacist. BLS and ACLS required within first 2 months of employment. Education: B.S. required. Doctorate of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) preferred. Experience: Minimum of 1 year as Advanced Clinical Pharmacist or at least 5 years of general hospital pharmacy experience; preferably within area of focus. Completion of hospital PGY2/ pharmacy general practice residency or fellowship. Specialty BCPS certification. Other certification (e.g., FCCP, FASHP). Special Qualifications: Organization – proactively prioritizes needs and effectively manages resources. Communication – communicates clearly and concisely. Judgment – makes decisions based upon job knowledge and experience, considers all impacted areas in decision process, seeks advice where applicable, judgment sensible and reliable. Customer orientation – establishes and maintains long‑term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting exceeding expectations. Interpersonal skills – able to work effectively with other employees, patients and external parties. Computer skills – demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office, Meditech, and purchasing vendor applications and others as required. Policies and procedures – articulates knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systems. Basic skills – able to perform mathematical calculations, balance and reconcile figures, punctuate properly, spell correctly and transcribe accurately. Benefits Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services. Well‑being support, including free counseling and referral services. Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence. 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling. Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and partnership with Galen College of Nursing. Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts. Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Apply today and join our team of dedicated professionals committed to patient care. #J-18808-Ljbffr HCA HealthONE