Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Internal Medicine Primary Care Corewell Health
6 Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Full-time 15 hours ago Benefits Work from home Qualifications BLS Certification Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific) Licensed Pharmacist Full Job Description Location Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America Category Allied Health Job Id R225011 Job Type Full time Day (United States of America) REGULAR Hybrid About 4069 Lake Drive Internal Medicine 4969 Lake Drive Internal Medicine is a Primary Care Practice located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Pharmacist in this clinic will support a group of 5 Physicians practicing in Internal Medicine. These Physicians are supported by a team of 4 Advanced Practice Providers, 2 Nurse Care Managers, 1 Social Worker, and 3 Ambulatory Nurses. The Pharmacist in this role will work under a collaborative practice agreement to provide chronic disease management services through direct patient care. This includes starting, adjusting and discontinuing medications and ordering relevant labs, imaging, procedures, and specialty services. Scope of Work Coordinates educational programs and activities designed to enhance clinical drug knowledge of pharmacists, physicians, nurses, other care providers. Works with staff pharmacist to increase their participation in drug monitoring, pharmacokinetics and cost containment activities. Provides pharmaceutical care to patients in assigned area of practice, implement cost containment programs, provide drug information, education and clinical services which enhance the effectiveness of drug therapy and minimize patient risk. Clinical Pharmacy Specialists within Primary Care Work closely with providers under a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) to evaluate and optimize medication regimens for mutual patients. Provide guideline and evidence based Chronic Disease and Medication Therapy Management directly to patients within a clinic setting. Assist patients with cost, adherence, and lifestyle barriers related to their medications. Work closely with clinic staff to inform them of guideline and medication updates. Collaborate with other care team members to develop care plans. Navigate EPIC and utilizes features within the EMR daily. Provide chronic disease state management and/or medication therapy management directly to patients within the clinic setting. Pharmacists will work under a collaborative practice agreement within the clinic they are embedded to provide medication management directly to their patients. Build relationships with providers and staff by living our values to promote trust and gain referrals within the clinic. Follow Corewell Health's standard work, policies and procedures to gather and interpret patient vitals and labs during visits. Locate and use clinical data within the EMR to assist with developing future treatment plans. Participate in team-based approaches to help determine the best treatment plan for the patient. In addition, communicate within the clinic care team to determine which patients would benefit the most from Pharmacy services. Collaborate with providers and office staff on a regular basis to facilitate educational updates on guidelines, new medications or therapies, and best practices. Keep the clinic updated on any medication related changes. Assist clinic in monitoring and improving upon system Quality Measures including, but not limited to, MTM, A1c, Hypertension, Adherence, and Readmissions. Help patients and clinic staff navigate formularies and other programs to assist in lowering the cost of care for patients and the system. Precept pharmacy residents and students independently as assigned. Evaluates patients and orders, and takes a lead role in the ordering and interpretation of drug serum levels, using pharmacokinetic principles. Provides physicians with dosage regimen recommendations to enhance therapeutic outcomes, reduce patient's risk, and reduce the cost of drug therapy. Provides drug information and educational services to hospital health care professionals, patients and families and assists staff pharmacists in responding to drug information requests. Serves as an information resource and clinical practice role model for staff pharmacists. Coordinates and implements departmental drug utilization review efforts and other process improvement activities as assigned. Ensures that processes and services are continuously monitored for quality, cost effectiveness, and efficiency. Engages in process and quality improvement activities. Makes and implements recommendations to improve operational efficiency and to implement new services for areas of responsibility. Facilitates applicable Pharmacy Committee activities in area of specialty and participates on other committees / task forces as member, consultant and/or chair as assigned. Engages in continuous study of the entire professional field to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities. Completes required continuous training and education, including department and Corewell Health specific requirements on a timely basis. Coordinates the development, editing, and dissemination of departmental publications for physicians and hospital staff. Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree Science of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy 2 years of relevant experience pharmacy experience or an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Pharmacy Practice Residency Required 2 years of relevant experience hospital pharmacy experience or an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Pharmacy Practice Residency Preferred ASHP accredited postgraduate year 2 (PGY2) residency in area of specialty Preferred LIC-Clinical Pharmacist
- STATE_MI State of Michigan 90 Days required LIC-Pharmacist Controlled Substance
- STATE_MI State of Michigan 90 Days required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS)
- AHA American Heart Association Ambulatory Sites 90 Days required CRT-Board Cert Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BC-PS)
- ASHP American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists Upon Hire preferred Or CRT-Board Cert Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BC-PS)
- BPS Board of Pharmacy Specialties Upon Hire preferred CRT-Board Cert Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BC-ACP)
- BPS Board of Ambulatory Care Pharmacists Upon Hire preferred Ideal candidates will possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and a PGY1 or PGY2 Residency in Ambulatory Care Ideal candidates will possess direct patient care experience in the Primary Care setting This is a Monday to Friday position, 8 a.
m. to 4:30 p.m., No Weekends This is a Hybrid Position with the potential to partially work from home as agreed with the Practice Manager How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE
- Care Center Lake Drive
- 4069 Lake Drive SE
- Grand Rapids Department Name Internal Medicine Lake Drive Care Ctr
- Medical Group West Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8 a.
m. to 4:30 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency
N/A CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS
- Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account.
This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
