What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Pharmacist Ambulatory Care position at 125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation?
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Ambulatory Chronic Disease Management position
Area: South Chicagoland
Location: Southeast (2301 E 93rd); Mon-Fri normal business hours.
Role: Provides direct face-to-face care within progressive clinical pharmacy practice; Responsible for managing chronic disease patient panel with focus on managed care, high-risk patients with uncontrolled chronic disease states (Diabetes, HTN, HF, HLP, Obesity [cardiometabolic]); Optimizes medication therapy through collaborative scope of practice.
Requirements: PGY1 Residency (PGY2 preferred), Board Certification (current / within year)
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates expertise in clinical practice and grows and manages their own panel of patients with chronic disease using the standards of comprehensive medication management services, including assessment of all medications, development of individualized care plans to ensure appropriate drug therapy and prevention/resolution of drug related problems, and follow-up evaluation. Provides clinical support to others for more complex cases, applying in-depth knowledge in specialty area. Solves complex problems and acts as a resource to assist others. Pharmacists involved in the provision of services covered under a collaborative practice agreement will be required to demonstrate competence and achieve credentialing in the areas of chronic disease they are managing.
Leads/participates in medication safety advancements and performance improvement activities for pharmacy services in specialty service line. Routinely participates in specialty work groups including councils, committees, and ad hoc teams.
Serves as clinical pharmacy resource to site or system service line to ensure clinically appropriate cost-effective medication therapies. Works with closely and collaboratively with other patient care practitioners (physicians, APCs, nurses, etc.) to deliver optimal drug therapy to patients and facilitates change implementation within the service line.
Actively supports clinical outcomes including improved quality measures, decreased hospital admissions, chronic disease management clinical indicators, patient satisfaction, etc.
Leads training and educational topic discussions regarding ambulatory care pharmacology and therapeutics, within site or service line, for pharmacy team members, medical staff, students, and residents. Routinely serves as preceptor for interns, students, and/or residents. Provides input to development and improvements in training programs.
Demonstrates a commitment to continued individual professional growth and leadership in the advancement of the pharmacy profession. Contributes to literature through publications, research and/or presentations.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
License/Registration/Certification Required: Pharmacist license issues in the state(s) of practice. Specialty certification required to be obtained within one year of hire.
Education Required: : Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD. PGY1 ASHP residency required.
Experience Required: Typically requires 5 years of experience or relevant specialized PGY2 residency.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Demonstrated decision making, team building, customer service and conflict resolution.
Maintains advanced skills in areas of practice, demonstrating a commitment to continuing professional growth and advancement of the pharmacy profession.
Strong computer skills.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Excellent presentation, facilitation, and training development skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with providers, staff, and patients.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
- Must have functional speech, vision, and hearing.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
- May be exposed to normal office/clinic environment.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Pay Range
$62.15 - $93.25Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Salary : $62 - $93
