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Clinical Manager Pharmacy
Job Description
Establishes, coordinates, implements and provides all aspects of clinical pharmacy activities with emphasis on therapeutic drug monitoring, clinical pathways, formulary management, pharmacoeconomics and patient outcomes through detailed reporting systems. Coordinates the activities associated with the provision of safe, effective and economical pharmacotherapy for patients on anti-infective agents (Infectious Disease Specialist) and for patients on other drugs which are in the pharmacy's monitoring program. Collaborates with physicians in establishing drug criteria for the safe, economical and appropriate use of medications. Participates in multidisciplinary team rounds and provides pharmacotherapy recommendations during the discussions. Develops disease/drug therapy management programs to ensure safe, appropriate and cost-effective use of medications. Manages non-formulary requests for drugs, and participates in P & T Committee activities. Performs or coordinates initial assessments of drugs having pre-established criteria to be monitored, and monitors these drugs for follow-ups (MUE). Retrieves, analyzes, evaluates, and interprets the scientific literature, and serves as the resource person for patient and population-specific drug information to health professionals and patients. Participate in the generation of new knowledge relevant to the practice of pharmacotherapy, clinical pharmacy and medicine. Educates health care professionals, students, patients, and the public regarding rational drug therapy. Interprets and applies pharmacokinetic drug data, and recommends dosing regimens based on patient's medical history and disease state, ensuring optimal patient care. Assists the Director in developing operational systems and procedures for the Pharmacy's clinical division that are in accordance with the guidelines of professional, and regulatory agencies. Provides leadership to department staff and manages assigned staff. Assists the Director in coordinating the review, tracking and compilation of data regarding adverse drug events (i.e., medication incidents and adverse drug reactions). Issues statements on the clinical policies and procedures of the Pharmacy Department. Assists in the selection of drug products and the development of protocols. Establishes and implements programs that help ensure cost-effective drug therapy and successful patient outcomes. Serves as a member of various Medical Center committees including Pharmacy and Therapeutics and Antimicrobial Stewardship. Attends conferences, seminars, and meetings as required. Bachelors or better in Pharmacy. Doctorate or better in Pharmacy. Registered Pharmacist Basic Life Saving Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.