What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Pharmacist (Nonexempt) position at Bon Secours Mercy Health?
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.Primary Function / General Purpose of PositionThe Clinical Pharmacist participates in clinical programs and initiatives 50-90% of the time with a consistency in schedule. The Clinical Pharmacist ensures safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies.Essential Job FunctionsActivities may include but are not limited to medication management activities typically for a specific clinical area of focus or patient populationParticipate in clinical programs to improve patient care, optimize medication therapy and promote health and disease preventionPerform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomesMaintain proficiency in order processing and support pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availabilityEngage in and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resourcesCollaborate and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy team members, other health care professionals, and leaders to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programsIdentify, document and resolve potential and actual adverse medication events; may evaluate and report on data event reporting system for trending and prevention purposesPerform medication education to ensure improved patient / associate understanding and compliance consistent with department guidanceProvide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assignedThis document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing / CertificationMaintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)Valid state issued ID (required)BLS Basic Life Support (preferred)ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (preferred)Immunization Certified (preferred)EducationGraduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)Work ExperienceAdvanced knowledge and skills required to perform pharmaceutical assessments and develop patient management plans (required)Pharmacy residency or 3 years equivalent experience; General pharmacotherapy certification (BCPS) or other certification approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (preferred)TrainingExhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)Many of our opportunities reward
- your hard work with : Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w / AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com