A Clinical Pharmacist provides medications to patients and educates patients and physicians on the proper use of medications. Works in a clinical setting, directly with physicians and other health professionals, often granted patient care privileges and responsibility of assisting in patient care management. Usually requires a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
Req# 35942 Aultman Health Foundation , ORRVILLE , OH
AULTMAN ORRVILLE HOSPITAL
Aultman Health Foundation Full Time , Day Shift , 8-430 Position Summary The primary purpose of the Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist is to work closely with patients and their healthcare providers to address comprehensive health needs through a collaborative, patient-centered approach. The clinical pharmacist optimizes medication regimens through initiation, adjustment, and/or de-prescribing of medications. Department Summary The Aultman Health System MEDS Clinics are ambulatory clinics that focus on improving patient care through education and chronic disease state management. Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) from a college or a university accredited by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. Pharmacy License (RPh) in the State of Ohio, Board Certification or eligibility within 1 year. Completion of ASHP accredited PGY-1 Residency. Minimum one-year related experience preferred. Obtain a personal National Provider Identifier (NPI) within 30 days of hire. Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required. Department Qualifications Skills Comfortable speaking to large groups and presenting. Detail oriented. Communicate effectively. Adaptability to changing work environment or needs. Department Skills Responsibilities & Expectations Maintains proficiency in clinical pharmacy programs and pharmacy operations as applicable to clinical specialty/role. Places priority on the delivery of patient-centered care and establishes collaborative pharmacist-patient relationships. Provide comprehensive medication management for a wide variety of patients with chronic health conditions. Initiate, adjust and/or discontinue medications, order and interpret labs and perform limited physical assessments under a collaborative practice agreement. Perform point-of-care testing and adjust therapies to reach therapeutic goals. Provide education on disease states, medications, medical devices, and lifestyle. Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care services. Engage in wellness and health promotions, public health initiatives, and patient advocacy. Ensure patients have access to affordable medications. Responsible for completing Prior Authorizations, managing Prescription Assistance Program applications, and utilizing available resources. Tracking and interpreting patient data and quality metrics for clinic use. Maintain proficiency in hospital computer systems and medication ordering systems, including documenting and appropriately billing patient encounters. Maintain proficiency in pharmacy resident and student preceptor roles and actively emulate education/mentorship skills. Develop student, resident and staff training experiences/competences and create new relationships for teaching and training opportunities. Understand regulatory requirements and standards affecting his/her scope of practice. Follow established standard word parameters and maintain standard work environments. Perform other duties as assigned by pharmacy leadership. Department Responsibilities & Expectations Working Conditions Flexibility with the demand of the job. Cross-train to work at all Aultman MEDS Clinic locations. Subject to frequent changes in duties and priorities throughout the day. Hazardous Exposure Category Category I - Includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for spills or splashes of, or mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks. Physical Addendum Demands Frequency Remarks Lifting 0-10 lbs Occasional 10-33% Lifting 10-20 lbs Occasional 10-33% Lifting 20-35 lbs Never Lifting 35-50 lbs Never Lifting 50-75 lbs Never Lifting 75-100 lbs Never Lifting over 100 lbs Never Forward Reaching Frequent 34-65% Overhead Reaching Occasional 10-33% Standing Frequent 34-65% Walking Frequent 34-65% Sitting Frequent 34-65% Climbing Never Stairs/Ladder Occasional 10-33% Bending/Stooping Occasional 10-33% Twisting/Turning Occasional 10-33% Kneeling/Squatting Occasional 10-33% Crawling Never Pushing/Pulling 0-10 lbs Occasional 10-33% Pushing/Pulling 10-20 lbs Never Pushing/Pulling 20-35 lbs Never Pushing/Pulling 35-50 lbs Never Pushing/Pulling 50-100 lbs Never Pushing/Pulling over 100 lbs Never Carrying 0-10 lbs Occasional 10-33% Carrying 10-20 lbs Occasional 10-33% Carrying 20-35 lbs Never Carrying 35-50 lbs Never Carrying 50-100 lbs Never Carrying over 100 lbs Never Grasping/repetitive sustained Frequent 34-65% Fine motor coordination Continuous 66% of the day
Vision:
Near/Far/Color Continuous 66% of the day
Hearing:
ordinary conversation/other Continuous 66% of the day Apply Share Facebook Email Twitter LinkedIn Not the right fit? Join our Talent Network!
