Clinical Pharmacist – PGY1 Residency Required

Position Summary

The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based medication therapy management while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. This role involves direct patient care, education, quality improvement, and participation in departmental and organizational initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Clinical Practice

• Review patient medical records to ensure appropriateness of medication therapy.
• Evaluate patient conditions and identify untreated or undertreated issues.
• Develop and implement individualized medication plans that minimize risk of adverse effects.
• Assess outcomes of pharmaceutical treatments and adjust therapy as needed.
• Monitor drug therapy and disease state management through chart reviews and patient interactions.
• Provide recommendations on dosing, drug selection, administration, contraindications, and drug interactions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of medication plans and patient progress.

Medication Safety & Risk Management

• Adhere to confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Utilize institutional reporting systems to document patient safety concerns, including medication-related events and near misses.
• Evaluate medication orders for clinical appropriateness and operational accuracy.
• Participate in adverse drug reaction reporting and drug utilization evaluations.
• Support compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission).

Care Coordination & Collaboration

• Coordinate efforts with pharmacy team members and departmental staff.
• Partner with providers and staff across departments to ensure continuity of care.
• Routinely consult with physicians and nurses regarding medication appropriateness, availability, side effects, and formulary considerations.
• Maintain strong professional relationships across disciplines.

Education & Professional Development

• Serve as a preceptor for PGY1 residents and Pharm.D. students.
• Provide in-services, lectures, and training to healthcare staff.
• Assist in developing and validating staff competencies related to patient care practices.
• Maintain licensure and complete continuing education requirements.
• Stay current with evolving clinical practices and institutional policies.

Quality Improvement & Research

• Participate in quality assurance initiatives, including identifying issues and recommending solutions.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement, pilot programs, and business plan development.
• Engage in investigational protocols and research projects as applicable.
• Support departmental initiatives such as Medication Use Evaluations (MUE) and policy reviews.
• Participate in ministry-wide committees (e.g., Pharmacy & Therapeutics, specialty councils).

Operational & Technical Competency

• Demonstrate proficiency with health information systems, including order entry and verification.
• Prioritize daily responsibilities effectively while demonstrating sound clinical judgment and fiscal responsibility.

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BSPharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD); PharmD preferred
• Residency: Completion of PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
• Licensure: Eligible for pharmacist licensure; must obtain state licensure within 120 days of hire
• Missouri Requirement: Medication Therapy Services certification by start date

Preferred

• Resident Teaching Program Certificate
• Experience in clinical pharmacy practice or specialized care areas
• Active involvement in research, presentations, or clinical committees

Additional Expectations

• Completion of all required competencies and continuing education
• Fulfillment of residency program requirements per organizational policy
• Active participation in departmental and organizational initiatives

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license within a collaborative healthcare environment, contribute to innovative patient care initiatives, and support the development of future pharmacy professionals.