Hours of Work :
varies depending on rounding unit (approx. 8am-5pm); weekends 1 per 6 weeks; holiday rotationDays Of Week :
M-F; weekend and holiday rotationWork Shift :
Job Description :
Your Job:
In this highly technical, fast-paced, and rewarding position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for patients. The Internal Medicine Pharmacy Clinical Specialist position is to perform professional, clinical tasks that will ensure the highest quality of pharmaceutical care and results in an optimal patient care. In addition to the specific care unit listed below, this position will be involved in development of protocols, clinical initiatives, and order sets. Clinical Specialists serve as a resource for providers, nursing and pharmacy staff. The IM Pharmacy Clinical specialist is expected to be actively engaged and serve as a preceptor in our PGY1 pharmacy residency program, as well as precept pharmacy students (P3 and/or P4).
Patient populations:
Medical/Cardiology Care Unit: IM clinical specialist position will focus on providing care for, but not limited to, our acute cardiac and general medicine unit. The clinical specialist will be responsible for serving on various committees, such as the chest pain steering committee, and be involved in transition of care.
Your Job Requirements:
• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy
• Licensed as a registered pharmacist by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy
• Current or within 30 days of hire: CPR and Advanced Cardio Life Support certification maintained every 2 years
• Required: ACPE IV certification
• Required (current or within 60 days of hire): Texas Board of Pharmacy Preceptor Certification
• Required: One year residency training (PGY1)
• Preferred: Experience at an acute care hospital as a clinical pharmacist
Your Job Responsibilities:
• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team
Methodist Charlton Medical Center is a 314-bed, full-service, acute care teaching hospital that serves Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, and Lancaster in southwestern Dallas County. In addition to the new 40,000-square-foot expansion of the emergency department, we offer a newly renovated intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, and interventional radiology suite; a Level III Trauma Center, a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Dr. Stephen and Marilyn Mansfield Oncology Unit. We have been recognized for excellence in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, open heart surgery, and STEMI care; stroke care; hip and knee joint replacement; women and children’s services; and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned: