Clinical Pharmacist, Acute Care Pharmacy, Internal Medicine

Job Summary: The Internal Medicine Pharmacist provides patient-centered care to patients. This position must: provide pharmaceutical care to patients to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes; promote cost-effective drug therapy; provide assistance in educating pharmacy students, PGY1 and PGY2 residents; participate in research projects to improve the outcomes for patients; participate on Medical Center and Department committees; adhere to the general hospital standards to promote cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building; assist with verification of medication orders and distribution of pharmaceutical products; coordinate and participate in the education of pharmacist and other health care professionals; initiate and/or participate in medication utilization evaluations; assist in developing and implementing treatment protocols in order to improve patient care; assist with medication access, patient education, and discharge follow up phone calls.

Responsibilities

Provide pharmaceutical care to patients to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes; Promote cost-effective drug therapy; Provide assistance in educating pharmacy students, PGY1 and PGY2 residents; Participate in research projects to improve outcomes for patients; Participate on Medical Center and Department committees; Assist with verification of medication orders and distribution of pharmaceutical products; Coordinate and participate in education of pharmacist and other health care professionals; Initiate and/or participate in medication utilization evaluations; Assist in developing and implementing treatment protocols to improve patient care; Assist with medication access, patient education, and discharge follow up phone calls; Process medication orders and prescriptions from physicians and nurses; Supervise technicians to ensure timely and accurate medication dispensing, optimizing staff utilization; Deliver pharmaceutical care for optimal patient outcomes; Contribute to quality improvement efforts through teamwork; Continuously update and document skills and knowledge; Maintain documentation for compliance with standards and regulations; Set personal goals to support departmental objectives; Provide age-appropriate care following guidelines; Foster a cooperative work environment through effective communication and teamwork.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a B.S. in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) is required; Current state pharmacist license in good standing through North Carolina Board of Pharmacy is required.

Nice to have

Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency and PGY2 in Internal Medicine, Pharmacotherapy, Ambulatory Care or relevant clinical experience is preferred; Board Certification is preferred; Previous mentorship of pharmacy residents is preferred; Strong attention to detail and a commitment to patient safety; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment; Strong organizational and leadership skills; Takes self-initiative to innovate and collaborate with team members.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.