Clinical Coordinator of Pharmacy Full Time Days

Clinical Coordinator of Pharmacy Full Time DaysClick Here to Apply OnlineJob DescriptionLocation: Morton HospitalPosted Date: 6/13/2024Job Type: Full TimeDepartment: 2100.54100 SMH PharmacyAbout Steward Health CareOver a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates more than 30 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.For more information, visit Clinical Coordinator of Pharmacy 40hrs/DaysPOSITION SUMMARY:Under the supervision of the Director of Pharmacy, responsible for the establishing and maintaining patient care services provided by the Department of Pharmacy at Morton Hospital. The Clinical Coordinator develops and maintains clinical pharmacy services to ensure the highest level of patient care and safety. Responsible for development and implementation of clinical programs, policies, and procedures. The Coordinator provides oversight of pharmacy practice programs, medication use systems, and quality initiatives to detect, mitigate, and prevent medication adverse events and works to ensure medication use is aligned with evidence-based practice and regulatory standards.TeamworkInvolves other departments in project planning and implementationSupports others in the Pharmacy department and provides help and assistance when possibleRegularly attends and participates in team/or departmental meetings and activitiesKeeps others in the department informed of relevant informationRegularly offers and requests constructive feedback and coachingEstablishes and maintains effective working relations KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop, promote, maintain, and evaluate patient care services to achieve appropriate care standards, quality improvement and cost savings.Review all non-formulary requests and provide overall formulary management. Develop and maintain and ongoing, systematic drug utilization evaluation (DUE) program.Work with interdisciplinary programs to deliver medication therapy management within patient care services and to ensure pharmaceutical care programs are appropriately integrated throughout the hospital.Develop and implement clinical programs, policies, and procedures.Collaborates with pharmacists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.Participates in performance improvement activities using evidence-based practice.Summarize and assist in the documentation of reported adverse drug reactions; develop and maintain a surveillance program for adverse drug reactions.Attends daily rounds in ICU and actively participates in Antimicrobial StewardshipActive member of the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee.Disseminate information through intermittent distribution of department, committee or hospital communications/newsletters.Collaborate with the Pharmacy Enterprise Group to establish system-wide clinical initiatives.Establish and maintain a staff development program.Coordinate in-service education, drug information, competency validation, and other educational services for medical and nursing staff.Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, workshops and professional affiliations.Serves as a pharmacotherapy expert and resource.Work closely with Nursing Education to review medication variances and falls.Review and update order setsAssist with Drug Library on Smart PumpWork closely with the Director to be a cohesive Management Team.Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by the Director of Pharmacy. CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS:Welcomes patients/customers/employees in a warm, friendly mannerActively listens and constructively responds to questions and concerns in a timely mannerEnsures that the dignity of the patient/customer/employee is maintained at all times.Abides by and upholds the hospital's excellence standardsRespects the diversity of the patient/customer/employee population. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER:Graduate of accredited School of PharmacyLicensed pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.Doctor of Pharmacy degree or Bachelor of Science degree with equivalent experience required.Advanced degree (MS, MBA) and/or residency preferredMinimum 3 years of clinical/hospital experience requiredExcellent organizational and communication skills required Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.Application InstructionsPlease click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you

Created: 2024-10-19