Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist (Emergency Department)

Quick Facts

• Role: Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist (Emergency Department)

• Focus: Patient-centered pharmaceutical care

Description

Provide pharmaceutical care in the emergency department through medication information, patient education, medication preparation, and distribution to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Use sound clinical judgment to contribute to and implement the patient’s plan of care based on diagnosis, with timely input to the care team. Follow applicable regulations, policies, and privacy requirements (PHI), and may assist with tasks and orient other staff.

Requirements

• PharmD from an accredited pharmacy school

• Registered Pharmacist (RPH) within 120 days

• ACLS if required by the department/entity

• PALS if required by the department/entity

• 1 year of recent relevant experience

• Ability to maintain patient privacy/PHI confidentiality

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered clinical pharmacy services

• Provide medication information and education to patients, families, and healthcare providers

• Prepare and distribute medications safely and accurately

• Monitor patients and communicate effectively to support the care plan

• Ensure compliance with local/state/federal regulations, accreditation standards, and department procedures

• Maintain patient privacy and safeguard PHI

• Perform specific departmental tasks and/or orient other staff as needed

Benefits

• Benefits available

• Weekly hours: 40 (full-time)

• Pay range: $82.78 to $115.89 per hour