About this opportunity
Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital lists this Pharmacist opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
At Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
Position Summary
In keeping with the Abrazo Health Care core values, the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist would develop, implement, and evaluate the clinical pharmacy services for the facility, as well as the training and education of the professional staff or participation in these services. An integral part of the patient care team, the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is responsible for providing many delegated clinical services, participating in team discussions and decisions about patient care, educating patients and families, and assuring proper application and compliance with various clinical initiatives. Involvement in various professional education activities, including work with students from the local College of Pharmacy and staff pharmacist development and mentoring is also expected.
Under the direction of the Director of Pharmacy, the scope and breath of responsibility for the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will include:
Participation in critical care multidisciplinary rounds and review of clinical opportunities for critical patients in other acute care areas
Optimizing drug therapy and preventing adverse events while ensuring appropriate cost-effective medication use
Participation in clinical decision making in Pharmacy & Therapeutics and other physician committees as needed
Providing drug information and in-service education to medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff
Assisting with development & implementation of various drug and disease management protocols designed to optimize patient quality of care
Conducting medication use evaluations in areas of need
Precepting pharmacy students
Responsibilities
Participates in critical care rounds, optimizing drug therapy
Optimizes drug therapy and participates in clinical pharmacy services (i.e. pharmacokinetics service) in acute care areas (ED, ICU, Hospitalists' Service)
Develops evidence-based best practices, including order sets, conducts quality improvement projects, and designs and executes medication use evaluations in areas of need
Provides education to medical, nursing and pharmacy staff on clinical pharmacy initiatives
Assists the Director of Pharmacy with the organization of and presentations for the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee meetings
Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy Degree
BLS
Experience: Pharmacy practice residency or equivalent clinical experience
Licensure/Certifications: Current Pharmacist license in the State of Arizona/Arizona Pharmacy License
Preferred Requirements: Education: Doctor of Pharmacy Degree
Experience: Critical Care residency
Certification/Registration: ACLS, BCPS
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Organization Description
Since 1998, Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital has served as one of the areas leading hospitals for the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. With experienced physicians, some of the most advanced equipment and techniques available, the hospital is at the forefront of identifying solutions and utilizing research to attack and overcome heart and vascular disease. Our highly trained staff practices evidence-based treatment and provides personalized care to meet the needs of each of our patients. Join our team!
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Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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