Clinical Pharmacist

Additional Information About the Role Looking for a rewarding clinical pharmacy opportunity? Christian Hospital is seeking a passionate Clinical Pharmacist to support exceptional patient care, including partnering with the infusion center to coordinate medications and optimize treatment for infusion patients. Join a supportive, team-oriented environment dedicated to clinical excellence. PGY1 residency and/or clinical pharmacy experience preferred. • Mon - Fri • Days • Every 5th Weekend Overview Christian Hospital has been serving St. Louis and the surrounding metro areas since 1903. U.S. News & World Report ranks Christian Hospital No. 5 in St. Louis for overall clinical excellence and No. 9 in Missouri, which puts us in the top 6% of all hospitals in the state! The U.S. News adult methodology ranks clinical specialties and rates common care procedures and conditions. Christian was nationally ranked as “high performing” in the clinical specialty of geriatrics and in the following seven of 21 common procedures and conditions: heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes, COPD, pneumonia and stroke. High performing in a specialty means we were in the top 10% nationally of all evaluated hospitals for that specialty or procedure and condition. Northwest HealthCare , six miles west of Christian, offers 24- hour emergency care, the Sleep Disorders Center and a variety of outpatient diagnostic and imaging services. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose Assess, monitor, initiate and modify medication use according to patient condition and age specific criteria. Ensure prompt and accurate medication preparation and dispensing. Prevent, direct and resolve medication-related issues. Supervise and direct supportive personnel. Counsel and educate to promote optimal drug therapy. Direct and assist in the procurement, storage, distribution and disposal of medications. Responsibilities • Directs and manages workflow including oversight of technicians, interns and volunteers ensuring the accuracy of their work in accordance with departmental procedures and Federal and State regulations. • Participates in departmental meetings and on committees at the health service organization, as appropriate. • Serves as medication therapy resource for activities such as drug information, training of staff, transitions of care and Medication Therapy Services. • Evaluates medication orders for appropriateness with regard to patient condition, organ function and concomitant therapies to promote optimal patient outcomes. Documents all activities and communication as appropriate. • Recognize opportunities and offer solutions to maximize efficiency and promote safety within the medication use process. Minimum Requirements Education • Bachelor's Degree - Pharmacy Experience • Supervisor Experience • No Experience Licenses & Certifications • Medication Therapy Srvcs in MO • RPh Preferred Requirements Education • Doctorate - Pharmacy • Doctorate - Pharmacy Experience • 2-5 years Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC • Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution • 401(k) plan with BJC match • Tuition Assistance available on first day • BJC Institute for Learning and Development • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time • Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary . *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer Christian Hospital has been serving St. Louis and the surrounding metro areas since 1903. U.S. News & World Report ranks Christian Hospital No. 5 in St. Louis for overall clinical excellence and No. 9 in Missouri, which puts us in the top 6% of all hospitals in the state! The U.S. News adult methodology ranks clinical specialties and rates common care procedures and conditions. Christian was nationally ranked as “high performing” in the clinical specialty of geriatrics and in the following seven of 21 common procedures and conditions: heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes, COPD, pneumonia and stroke. High performing in a specialty means we were in the top 10% nationally of all evaluated hospitals for that specialty or procedure and condition. Northwest HealthCare , six miles west of Christian, offers 24- hour emergency care, the Sleep Disorders Center and a variety of outpatient diagnostic and imaging services. Role Purpose Assess, monitor, initiate and modify medication use according to patient condition and age specific criteria. Ensure prompt and accurate medication preparation and dispensing. Prevent, direct and resolve medication-related issues. Supervise and direct supportive personnel. Counsel and educate to promote optimal drug therapy. Direct and assist in the procurement, storage, distribution and disposal of medications. Responsibilities • Directs and manages workflow including oversight of technicians, interns and volunteers ensuring the accuracy of their work in accordance with departmental procedures and Federal and State regulations. • Participates in departmental meetings and on committees at the health service organization, as appropriate. • Serves as medication therapy resource for activities such as drug information, training of staff, transitions of care and Medication Therapy Services. • Evaluates medication orders for appropriateness with regard to patient condition, organ function and concomitant therapies to promote optimal patient outcomes. Documents all activities and communication as appropriate. • Recognize opportunities and offer solutions to maximize efficiency and promote safety within the medication use process. Minimum Requirements Education • Bachelor's Degree - Pharmacy Experience • Supervisor Experience • No Experience Licenses & Certifications • Medication Therapy Srvcs in MO • RPh Preferred Requirements Education • Doctorate - Pharmacy • Doctorate - Pharmacy Experience • 2-5 years