Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Critical Care) Company: WMC Advanced Physician Services PC City/State: Valhalla, NY Category: Allied Health Prof/Technical Department: Pharmacy Union: No Position: Full Time Hours: 80 hours Shift: Day Req #: 40653 Posted Date: Oct 22, 2024 Hiring Range: $72.76 -$79.51 Apply Now External Applicant link (https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wmc1/#/preApply/27736) Internal Applicant link Job Details: Job Summary: The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (CPS) is responsible for the provision of comprehensive clinical pharmacy services that optimize medication therapy and promote safe, cost-effective, and evidence-based practices. The CPS collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes, supports medication management initiatives, and contributes to the continuous improvement of clinical programs and protocols. Responsibilities: + Patient Care & Clinical Collaboration: + Participate in interdisciplinary team rounds, collaborating with providers to optimize medication therapy management, ensuring safety, efficacy, and cost-efficiency + Conduct patient assessments, develop individualized therapeutic plans, and recommend appropriate pharmacotherapy adjustments based on clinical needs + Evidence-Based Medicine: + Provide guidance on pharmacotherapy by critically evaluating literature and applying evidence-based recommendations + Respond to drug information inquiries from healthcare professionals, patients, and other stakeholders + Medication Safety & Regulatory Compliance: + Ensure compliance with clinical practice standards, as well as local, state, and federal regulations regarding medication use, handling, storage, and disposal + Lead or participate in performance improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing medication safety and quality of care + Formulary Management & Committee Participation: + Review and manage non-formulary drug requests, contributing expertise to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee and other relevant hospital committees + Play an active role in formulary reviews, therapeutic interchanges, and the evaluation of new medications + Education & Professional Development: + Serve as a preceptor and mentor for pharmacy students, residents, and staff, facilitating professional growth and development + Design and deliver educational programs for healthcare professionals, including seminars, workshops, and in-service training + Take an active role in patient education and community engagement + Interprofessional Communication & Team Building: + Foster strong communication and collaboration with other healthcare providers to ensure integrated and patient-centered care + Maintain professionalism and serve as a role model for ethical and effective communication within the healthcare team + Continuous Learning & Leadership: + Engage in ongoing professional development through participation in continuing education, certification programs, and professional organizations + Contribute to the strategic development of clinical pharmacy services and advocate for best practices in medication therapy management Qualifications/Requirements: + Education: + Required: Pharm.D. from accredited School of Pharmacy + Experience + Required: + Completion PGY1 pharmacy residency and/or at least three years’ experience in the specific area of the position in which applicant will be working + Preferred: + Completion PGY1 pharmacy residency + Completion of PGY2 pharmacy residency and/or at least five years’ experience in the specific area of the position in which applicant will be working + Licensure & Certification: + Required: + Active New York State Pharmacist license + Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) certification in specific specialty of position in which applicant will be working (must be achieved within 12 months of hire) Additional Information: + Reports to: Assistant Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services + Schedule: Full-time, with potential weekend and holiday shifts as needed. + Opportunities for Growth and Collaboration: Involvement in advanced clinical research, teaching, leadership roles, and expanded responsibilities in other specialty areas. About Us: WMC Advanced Physician Services PC Benefits: We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes: + Health Insurance + Dental + Vision + Retirement Savings Plan + Flexible Savings Account + Paid Time Off + Holidays + Tuition Reimbursement Apply Now External Applicant link (https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wmc1/#/preApply/27736) Internal Applicant link Talent Community Search Jobs Hiring Events (https://wmchealthjobs.org/job-events-list/)