Clinical Pharmacist Senior (Full-Time Day), Toms River, NJ Req #: 0000167547
Category: Pharmacy
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Community Medical Center
Department: Pharmacy
Location: CMC Support, 99 Highway 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755

Job Overview:

The Critical Care Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is responsible for the provision of pharmaceutical care to all patient age groups including geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and neonatal patients. They are responsible for providing all levels of pharmacy clinical services within specialization in their assigned area, including but not limited to the preparation, dispensing, and monitoring of both the prescribing and effectiveness of all medications and IV admixtures. They exercise considerable independent decision-making. The Specialist is responsible for assisting the Director and Assistant Director of Pharmacy and the Clinical Coordinator in the coordination and supervision of all clinical pharmacy activities, in addition to the quality improvement and quality assurance activities relating to the provision of pharmaceutical care.

Qualifications:

Required:

Graduate of an ACPE accredited college of Pharmacy, with PharmDSuccessful completion of a Post Graduate Year 1 Residency - PGY1 requiredNJ Pharmacist licensure in good standing

Preferred:

Successful completion of a Post Graduate Year 2 - PGY2 in Critical Care/Emergency MedicineBoard Certification in Critical Care/Emergency Medicine

Scheduling Requirements:

Day ShiftFull-Time40 hours per week

Essential Functions:

The Specialist plans, organizes, analyzes, and compiles the facility's medication utilization programs as required and assists in the implementation of cost containment programs and researchFurnish clinical information to physicians, pharmacy personnel, health care practitioners, and patientsParticipates in multidisciplinary patient care rounds, ongoing education, and training related to organization and department specific requirementsProperly complies with all national patient safety goals/risk reduction processes and associated policies and procedures as applicable to medication management and the Pharmacy settingParticipates in medication error and adverse drug reaction reporting programsAssists with orientation and training of new employees, students, nursing and medical staffPromotes positive relations and actively contributes to a positive work environmentPerforms other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer