Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Transplant
University of Maryland Medical System
- Baltimore, MD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provides pharmaceutical care to patients including the promotion of optimal drug therapy and safe use of medications. Assesses patient-specific data to evaluate medication needs, verifies medication orders, and oversees the preparation, dispensing, distribution and monitoring of all medications.
- Collaborates and consults with and provides education to pharmacy and medical staff, nurses, allied health professionals, patients and caregivers. Acts as a preceptor for learners as directed.
- Manages care, quality, and costs by engaging in the systematic and continuous process of evaluating and improving the utilization of medications in a patient population in order to enhance the quality, safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the medication use process.
- Oversees and directs the work of other pharmacy staff and ensures service standards are met.
- Participates in and/or provides direct patient care in any setting or capacity.
- Supports interdisciplinary rounds, prepares materials, and participates in facility committees, and or implements strategic initiatives.
- Takes a leadership role in continuous quality improvement efforts and represents the department as an interdisciplinary interface in the assigned specialty areas.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- Doctorate of Pharmacy Required (PharmD) unless graduated from U.S. School of Pharmacy in or before 2003 OR Foreign Equivalent
- 6 years experience OR PGY-2 Residency / Fellowship OR 3 years plus PGY-1 Residency required OR 3 years experience plus specialized pharmacy certification
- Maryland Pharmacist License
- Specialty Residency
- Board Certified preferred
- Prioritizes work responsibilities and manages multiple demands.
- Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice.
- Adheres to all best practice standards and guidelines within scope of professional practice and follows all hospital policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Maintains competency in work- and pharmacy-related technology and applications and supports orientation and/or training of team members when appropriate.
- Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively seeks guidance in areas of question.
- Practices effective problem identification and resolution skills as a method of sound decision making. Accepts change as a part of the problem-solving process.
- Demonstrates effective communication methods and skills, using lines of authority appropriately.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, workshops, in-service meetings, etc.
- Identifies the extent of the health system’s adherence to best practices and guidelines relevant to medication management.
- Attends hospital and departmental meetings as required.
- Utilizes appropriate customer relations skills when interacting with patients, their families, visitors, team members, and others, to ensure all customers are treated with respect and dignity.
- Represents the department on hospital committees, professional associates, and community organizations where appropriate.
- Participates in the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines pertaining to medication use and management.
- Maintains knowledgeability of the daily operations of UMMS, including the Pharmacy Department, through active engagement and awareness of departmental communications via mailbox, bulletin boards, and/or e-mail.
- Maintains knowledgeability of the mission, vision, and values of UMMS.
- Pay Range: $60.76-$97.01
- Other Compensation (if applicable): Up to $10,000 sign-on-bonus, up to $10,000 relocation assistance