Clinical Pharmacist Alternative, Overnights 7 On 7 Off
At the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), we are creating a better state of care, for our communities and our team members at more than 150 locations across Maryland.
UMMS believes all team members are caregivers—and we support our caregivers so they can care for our patients. When you join UMMS, you become part of a highly reliable community of more than 27,000, where your experience is respected, your expertise is recognized, and your passion and curiosity are nurtured. A generous benefits package supports your physical, mental, and financial health through a paid time off plan, comprehensive health coverage, dependent care and tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, wellbeing services and more.
UMMS embraces a just culture where all team members are treated fairly and are empowered to communicate their goals and pursue their full career potential. We are guided by our shared values—compassion, discovery, excellence, diversity and integrity—and we are looking for talented individuals who will embrace those values and help us achieve our mission and vision.
Clinical Pharmacist Alternative, Overnights 7 On 7 Off
Job ID: REF38736H
Area of Interest: Allied Health
Location: Baltimore,MD US
Hours of Work: Nights, 7 on 7 Off
Job Facility: University Of Maryland Medical Center
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Night
Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!
Job Summary
Responsible for providing medication therapy management services, both clinical and distributive tasks as necessary, in collaboration with other providers to assure that drug therapy is safe, effective, efficient, and cost-effective. Pharmacy services provided include, but are not limited to, medication distribution, medication therapy monitoring, medication orders management, drug information, and drug dosing; ensures that patient care is maintained through compliance with the department’s policies, rules and regulations promulgated by the Board of Pharmacy, and other applicable regulatory bodies; provides oversight and direction to Pharmacy Technicians working within their area of practice; may provide training and education to onboarding team members and other learners, as requested through practical and didactic experiences; acts independently within the scope of their license and areas of expertise with the help of general policies, procedures and practice guidelines with support from Pharmacy Leadership; may be required to act in the capacity of another pharmacy leader in their absence or when designated to do so.
Specific responsibilities will be documented and retained internally by the Department of Pharmacy.
Primary Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.
- Provides pharmaceutical care to patients including the promotion of optimal drug therapy and safe use of medications. Assesses patient-specific data to evaluate medication needs, verifies medication orders, and oversees the preparation, dispensing, distribution and monitoring of all medications.
- Collaborates and consults with and provides education to pharmacy and medical staff, nurses, allied health professionals, patients and caregivers. Acts as a preceptor for learners as directed.
- Manages care, quality, and costs by engaging in the systematic and continuous process of evaluating and improving the utilization of medications in a patient population in order to enhance the quality, safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the medication use process.
- Oversees and directs the work of other pharmacy staff and ensures service standards are met.
- Participates in and/or provides direct patient care in any setting or capacity
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience – Required
- Doctorate of Pharmacy Required (PharmD) unless graduated from U.S. School of Pharmacy in or before 2003 OR Foreign Equivalent
- Maryland Pharmacist License
Education & Experience – Preferred
- 1 year experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Prioritizes work responsibilities and manages multiple demands.
- Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice.
- Adheres to all best practice standards and guidelines within scope of professional practice and follows all hospital policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Maintains competency in work- and pharmacy-related technology and applications and supports orientation and/or training of team members when appropriate.
- Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively seeks guidance in areas of question.
- Practices effective problem identification and resolution skills as a method of sound decision making. Accepts change as a part of the problem-solving process.
- Demonstrates effective communication methods and skills, using lines of authority appropriately.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, workshops, in-service meetings, etc.
- Identifies the extent of the health system’s adherence to best practices and guidelines relevant to medication management.
- Attends hospital and departmental meetings as required.
- Utilizes appropriate customer relations skills when interacting with patients, their families, visitors, team members, and others, to ensure all customers are treated with respect and dignity.
- Represents the department on hospital committees, professional associates, and community organizations where appropriate.
- Participates in the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines pertaining to medication use and management.
- Maintains knowledgeability of the daily operations of UMMS, including the Pharmacy Department, through active engagement and awareness of departmental communications via mailbox, bulletin boards, and/or e-mail.
- Maintains knowledgeability of the mission, vision, and values of UMMS.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
Pay Range: $57.13-$85.75
Other Compensation (if applicable):Eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on bonus, up to $10,0000 relocation assistance, eligible for shift differentials when applicable.