Job Summary:

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist serves as a technical expert who assists in the development, coordination and implementation of clinical pharmacy services at Westchester Medical Center.

Responsibilities:

* Provides direct patient care through participation in multidisciplinary team rounds and collaborates with physicians in establishing drug criteria for the safe, economical and appropriate use of medications.* Disseminates pharmacotherapy knowledge through evaluation of literature, evidence-based practice recommendations and response to drug information questions.* Implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with clinical practice and all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.* Supports systems-based care and population health to ensure proper safe dosing, storage, handling, dispensing and administration of medications.* Participates in institutional process improvements to ensure medication and patient safety* Manages non-formulary requests for drugs, and participates in Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee activities.* Participates in other hospital Committees based on practice area.* Uses effective communication skills and builds effective working relationships with other healthcare providers.* Maintains professionalism and excellent conflict resolution skills.* Participates in continuing professional development.* Educates health care professionals, students, patients, and the public.* Participates in clinical development and educational initiatives within the Pharmacy Department.* Performs additional duties as required by the department.Qualifications/Requirements:

Experience:

PGY1 pharmacy residency and PGY2 specialty residency or three years of experience as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Education:

PharmD Degree

Licenses / Certifications:

NY State Pharmacist License, requiredBoard of Pharmacy Specialty Certification, preferred

About Us:

WMC Advanced Physician Services PC