**Clinical Pharmacist, Infectious Disease**
**Full-time, Days: M-F, 7-3:30p or 8-4:30p**
As a Clinical Pharmacist at **Grandview Medical Center** , you'll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package which may include **health insurance (medical, dental, vision), and 401(k) with matching.**
**Job Summary**
The Pharmacist ensures the safe and effective use of medications by providing accurate dispensing, clinical and patient support, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. This role prioritizes medication safety, patient education, and adherence to regulatory standards while contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
**Essential Functions**
+ Accurately prepares, verifies, and dispenses medications in compliance with prescription orders, hospital protocols, and regulatory standards.
+ Reviews medication orders for appropriateness, assesses patient medication regimens, and provides recommendations to optimize therapy.
+ Counsels patients and their families on proper medication use, potential side effects, and adherence strategies to ensure safe and effective therapy.
+ Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to resolve medication-related issues and improve patient outcomes.
+ Participates in the development and implementation of clinical protocols, pathways, and evidence-based guidelines to standardize medication use and improve patient care.
+ Monitors patient outcomes, evaluates the effectiveness of therapy, and adjusts medications as needed to enhance safety and efficacy.
+ Maintains accurate and timely documentation of clinical interventions, medication therapy management activities, and patient consultations in the electronic health record.
+ Engages in quality improvement initiatives focused on medication safety, efficacy, and adherence, contributing to a culture of safety and excellence.
+ Stays current with advancements in pharmacotherapy and participate in ongoing education and training activities.
+ Assists in managing pharmacy inventory, including monitoring stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
+ Complies with all policies and standards.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy required or
+ Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) required
+ 0-1 years of hospital or retail pharmacy experience required
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
+ Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of pharmacotherapy, medication safety principles, and regulatory requirements.
+ Strong clinical judgment and analytical skills to assess patient needs and optimize therapeutic outcomes.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively counsel patients and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
+ Proficient in using electronic health records (EHR) and pharmacy information systems for documentation and medication management.
+ Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing clinical demands in a fast-paced environment.
**Licenses and Certifications**
+ RPH - Registered Pharmacist license in state of employment required
+ BCPS - Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist or other BPS specialty preferred
**Grandview Medical Center** is a 434-bed tertiary care hospital located on Highway 280 in Birmingham, serving patients in the city and surrounding communities. Offering a wide range of specialties-from heart care and labor and delivery to robotic-assisted surgery-the hospital is home to advanced services including a Level III trauma center, certified Chest Pain Center, recognized stroke center, cardiac cath lab, and specialized intensive care units. With a dedicated team of physicians and staff representing all major specialties, Grandview is committed to being a place of healing, caring, and connection for patients and families in the community.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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