What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist position at Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD?
Summary
Mercy Medical Center, recognized as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies (Newsweek) and one of America’s Best Midsize Employers (Forbes) in 2024, is hiring a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist! Come join our family of dedicated professionals! Military veterans are also encouraged to apply!
Responsibilities
Participates as a member of the Department of Pharmacy to execute the clinical functions of the Department, with minimal distributive responsibility. Provides expertise to Mercy Health Services to enhance the appropriate, cost effective use of medications, and provides consultative services related to specialty areas of expertise. Is a resource in supporting the clinical skills of other pharmacists in the Department to assure the highest quality pharmaceutical care for Mercy patients.
As a pharmacist, demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to access data reflective of the patient's status. He/she must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age specific needs and provides care as described in the Department's Policies and Procedures.
Requirements
Education and Work Experience:
Benefits
Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category
Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
Mercy Medical Center, recognized as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies (Newsweek) and one of America’s Best Midsize Employers (Forbes) in 2024, is hiring a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist! Come join our family of dedicated professionals! Military veterans are also encouraged to apply!
Responsibilities
Participates as a member of the Department of Pharmacy to execute the clinical functions of the Department, with minimal distributive responsibility. Provides expertise to Mercy Health Services to enhance the appropriate, cost effective use of medications, and provides consultative services related to specialty areas of expertise. Is a resource in supporting the clinical skills of other pharmacists in the Department to assure the highest quality pharmaceutical care for Mercy patients.
As a pharmacist, demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to access data reflective of the patient's status. He/she must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age specific needs and provides care as described in the Department's Policies and Procedures.
Requirements
Education and Work Experience:
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED
- Must possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from a school of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education.
- An accredited residency in Hospital Pharmacy or Pharmacy Practice or equivalent preferred.
- Three years post-doctoral experience in a hospital environment preferred. Residency may count as one year.
- Must be licensed as a registered Pharmacist in Maryland.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
- Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
- Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
- Must be knowledgeable in the use of computers and of regulatory agency requirements and professional standards of practice.
Benefits
Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category
- Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
- 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
- Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
- Voluntary Benefits
- Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
- Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
