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Organization: Pharmacy Clinical Operations
Job Summary:
The Clinical Pharmacist will be an integral member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team providing comprehensive pharmacy services to adult internal medicine patients at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The primary focus will be supporting hospitalist internal medicine teams as well as providing cross-coverage for a variety of internal medicine services. Clinical services provided include but are not limited to participating in discharge huddle or patient rounds as appropriate, developing specific pharmacotherapeutic goals, recommending a regimen and developing a monitoring plan to meet the individualized drug therapy needs of the patient, and facilitating smooth transitions of care. The clinical pharmacist is responsible for leading efforts in the prevention and reporting of medication errors and adverse drug reactions according to policy and works to continuously improve process and practice in the institution to enhance safety of medication therapy. The qualified candidate will perform targeted drug therapy monitoring, medication use evaluations, and quality improvement projects consistent with Vanderbilt University Medical Center goals. Excellent teaching skills are essential, as the clinical pharmacist will be responsible for staff development, precepting and mentoring pharmacy students and residents, and providing formal and informal instruction to nursing and medical staff. Collaboration and integration with pharmacy, nursing and medical staff, and excellent communication skills are essential.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviews drug orders and/or prescriptions to ensure the safe, appropriate and cost-effective use of medications. Prepares and dispenses medications, provides drug information and manages medication therapy in accordance with federal, state and local regulations and hospital policy.
- Provides outstanding patient care by optimizing medication preparation and resolving medication-related problems.
- Maintains the quality, safety, and consistency of clinical Pharmacy services in assigned areas.
- Supervises the activities of assigned support personnel and verifies the accuracy and appropriateness of all medications prepared by support personnel prior to dispensing to patients or dispensing to healthcare providers for administration to patients.
- The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
- Mentoring & Coaching (Intermediate): Demonstrates good training and mentoring practices on a regular basis.
- Medication Management (Advanced): Demonstrates the uppermost levels of expertise in medication management in challenging and complex situations.
- Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation & Dispensing (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully review, prepare and dispense prescribed medications.
- Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Compliance (Expert): Demonstrates expert knowledge of the appropriate rules and regulations as they apply to the organization.
- Pharmaceutical Computer Literacy (Novice): Has demonstrated a proficient understanding of computers or has successfully completed training for applications that are used to support medication use processes.
Core Accountabilities:
- Organizational Impact: Delivers projects/assignments that have a direct impact on goals/objectives of the unit/department.
- Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Conducts extensive analysis of situations or data to resolve numerous, complex issues.
- Breadth of Knowledge: Has in-depth level of knowledge within a professional area and working knowledge of other areas.
- Team Interaction: May lead mid-sized projects; coaches and guides team members.
Core Capabilities:
- Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others.
- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences.
- Delivering Excellent Service: Serves Others with Compassion.
- Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work.
- Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability.
- Fostering Innovation: Generates New Ideas.
Position Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Certifications: LIC-Pharmacist License - Tennessee
Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level: 1 year
Education: Bachelor's (Required)
Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled
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