Clinical Pharmacist — Rappahannock General Hospital

Job description

Overview

Bon Secours Mercy Health is a faith-based and patient-focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. The organization seeks people committed to its values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and communities thrive.

Job Title

Clinical Pharmacist — Rappahannock General Hospital

Job Summary

The Clinical Pharmacist participates in clinical programs and initiatives 50-90% of the time with a consistent schedule. The Clinical Pharmacist ensures safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies.

Essential Functions

Activities may include but are not limited to medication management activities typically for a specific clinical area of focus or patient population

Participate in clinical programs to improve patient care, optimize medication therapy and promote health and disease prevention

Perform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomes

Maintain proficiency in order processing and support pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability

Engage in and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resources

Collaborate and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy team members, other health care professionals, and leaders to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programs

Identify, document and resolve potential and actual adverse medication events; may evaluate and report on data event reporting system for trending and prevention purposes

Perform medication education to ensure improved patient/associate understanding and compliance consistent with department guidance

Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assigned

Process orders and provide medication review for appropriateness, safety and efficacy during order processing and perform any necessary clinical support duties as needed

Education

Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)

Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)

Valid state issued ID (required)

ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (preferred)

Immunization Certified (preferred)

Experience

Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform pharmaceutical assessments and develop patient management plans (required)

Pharmacy residency or 3 years equivalent experience; General pharmacotherapy certification (BCPS) or other certification approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

Relationship building

Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements

Handle hazardous drugs

Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation

Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databases

Advanced knowledge of medications, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost

Regulatory compliance

Develop SMART goals and objectives

Utilize SBAR format

Provide medication education

Analytical skills - database management, data presentation, data and metrics interpreting

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Customer service for internal and external customers

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Coaching and mentoring

Organization

Stress management

Training

Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)

What We Offer

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at

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Worksite address

kilmarnock, VA, 22421, US

Who can apply

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