About the Position:
UTMB Health is a modern health sciences center with world-renowned research facilities and a dynamic network of hospitals and clinics located throughout the Gulf Coast region of Texas. This is an exciting time to be a part of the UTMB Health System! We are expanding our specialty services and are seeking a Clinical Pharmacist experienced in Pediatrics / Neonatology to join our Clear Lake Campus pediatric team
The ideal candidate will have expertise in managing complex pediatric cases, providing education and consultation to healthcare staff, and ensuring that children and their families receive the highest level of care and support. The interdisciplinary team and partnerships with UTMB Galveston and Children’s Memorial Hermann allow for quick, seamless collaboration for exceptional quality of care. If you would like to be a part of a team that focuses on collaboration, compassion, and patient-centered care this is the place for you!
Take advantage of this opportunity to grow with us in excellence, and be a part of an exceptional team with a progressive and dynamic culture, focused on an exciting future.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Completion of an ASHP accredited post-graduate year 1 residency program or 3 years of related experience.Preferred Qualifications:
Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Completion of an ASHP accredited post-graduate year 2 residency program for specialty areas OR Two years of experience in relevant specialty area.LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
Licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Texas or eligible to practice pharmacy in the state of Texas. Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Texas at the time of hire. Immunization Certification within six months of hire.Preferred:
Board certification through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties.
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients on a given medical service.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develops and maintains a clinical practice with a patient care service, cooperating with medical and nursing personnel to optimize the pharmacotherapeutic aspects of patient care. Provides optimal selection of pharmacologic agents and design of a regimen to maximize therapeutic benefit and minimize toxicity; ensures therapy is appropriate for patient’s diagnosis, weight, and age. Provides daily follow-up on the clinical effects of the regimen with adjustments as necessary to achieve desired outcomes. Provides other health professionals with drug and clinical information in response to specific questions or relating to new, evolving issues related to the care of patients. Provides other health professionals with professional education regarding new drugs or technologies for specialized drug delivery. Provides education and counseling about the drug therapy provided to patients. Participates in clinical guideline development, critical pathways, disease management, and drug use programs. Provides clinical education and training to students, satellite pharmacists, residents, and fellows in the Department of Pharmacy. Participates in quality assurance programs in the Department of Pharmacy. Supports and performs operational components in the pharmacy.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus. Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team. Takes ownership in solving problems effectively and efficiently and participates in resolution in a proactive and positive manner. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates through verbal and non-verbal communications openness to change or new ideas. Willingly learns and adapts to changes in work environment and new work methods as introduced. Self-motivated to independently manage time, demonstrates flexibility to fluctuating workload, and effectively prioritizes assignments. Actively enhances personal growth and development by participating in educational programs and professional organizations and meetings.Salary Range:
$110,077 to $176,123, commensurate with experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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