Clinical Specialist Pharmacist / Inpatient Medical Oncology
Clinical Specialist Pharmacist / Inpatient Medical Oncology
Overview:
Belong. Connect. Thrive. At Emory Healthcare our team is leading the way in shaping the future of health care. We unite to improve lives through innovation, compassion, and unwavering commitment to achieving unparalleled excellence in patient care. Our pharmacy staff works side by side with our fellow health care providers creating an interdisciplinary team approach to patient care. The Pharmacy at Emory’s goal is to provide patient- and-family centered medication management to the patients we serve. We’re defining a new standard of care for humankind.
Description:
8a-4:30p / Full Time / 40 Hours
The Clinical Specialist Pharmacist / Inpatient Medical Oncology practices as a clinical expert in specialty practice area(s).
In addition to direct patient care activities, this position is responsible for ensuring appropriate medication therapy and clinical outcomes for the institution related to specialty area. Monitors drug therapy regimens and performs daily in-depth patient profile review to assess, monitor and recommend appropriate drug therapy as applicable.
Consistently evaluates, intervenes, and documents adverse drug reactions, medication variances and clinical interventions beyond institutional protocols.
Prevents and/or resolves drug-related problems to ensure safety, efficacy, and cost-efficiency by consulting with the ordering prescriber and appropriately documents.
Answers drug information questions with in-depth knowledge of research designs, methodologies, and biostatistics.
Oversees the work performed by pharmacy students, technicians, and pharmacists to ensure performance standards are maintained and work is in accordance with state, federal and organizational regulations.
Proactively reviews trends, recommends patient safety solutions in specialty, and processes orders accurately and efficiently.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.
ASHP- Accredited Post Graduate Year 1 and 2 Residency or Fellowship or equivalent experience in the specialty area.
Relevant Pharmacy Specialty Board certification is preferred.
Active Georgia Pharmacist license or eligibility for licensure with attempt to register for 60 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support is required within 1 year for all positions with Code Blue coverage responsibility.
JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.
Additional Details:
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.