Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Critical Care)

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (CPS) is responsible for the provision of comprehensive clinical pharmacy services that optimize medication therapy and promote safe, cost-effective, and evidence-based practices. The CPS collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes, supports medication management initiatives, and contributes to the continuous improvement of clinical programs and protocols.

Job Description

• Participate in interdisciplinary team rounds, collaborating with providers to optimize medication therapy management, ensuring safety, efficacy, and cost-efficiency
• Conduct patient assessments, develop individualized therapeutic plans, and recommend appropriate pharmacotherapy adjustments based on clinical needs
• Provide guidance on pharmacotherapy by critically evaluating literature and applying evidence-based recommendations
• Respond to drug information inquiries from healthcare professionals, patients, and other stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with clinical practice standards, as well as local, state, and federal regulations regarding medication use, handling, storage, and disposal
• Lead or participate in performance improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing medication safety and quality of care
• Review and manage non-formulary drug requests, contributing expertise to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics (PT) Committee and other relevant hospital committees
• Play an active role in formulary reviews, therapeutic interchanges, and the evaluation of new medications
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor for pharmacy students, residents, and staff, facilitating professional growth and development
• Design and deliver educational programs for healthcare professionals, including seminars, workshops, and in-service training
• Take an active role in patient education and community engagement
• Foster strong communication and collaboration with other healthcare providers to ensure integrated and patient-centered care
• Maintain professionalism and serve as a role model for ethical and effective communication within the healthcare team
• Engage in ongoing professional development through participation in continuing education, certification programs, and professional organizations
• Contribute to the strategic development of clinical pharmacy services and advocate for best practices in medication therapy management

Requirements

• Education: Pharm.D. from accredited School of Pharmacy
• Experience:
  • Required: Completion of PGY1 pharmacy residency and/or at least three years experience in the specific area of the position in which applicant will be working
  • Preferred: Completion of PGY1 pharmacy residency; completion of PGY2 pharmacy residency and/or at least five years experience in the specific area of the position in which applicant will be working
• Licensure Certification:
  • Required: Active New York State Pharmacist license; Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) certification in specific specialty of position in which applicant will be working (must be achieved within 12 months of hire)

Additional Information

• Reports to: Assistant Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services
• Schedule: Full-time, with potential weekend and holiday shifts as needed.
• Opportunities for Growth and Collaboration: Involvement in advanced clinical research, teaching, leadership roles, and expanded responsibilities in other specialty areas.