Clinical Pharmacist

POSITION TITLE- CLINICAL PHARMACY SPECIALIST, TRANSPLANT

Category: Pharmacy

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Department: Pharmacy

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 Lyons Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112-2027

DESCRIPTION

As a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, the Transplant Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will provide the full range of pharmaceutical services to support the needs of the Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Heart Transplant and Lung Transplant Programs. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services, the Transplant Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will be responsible for reviewing and optimizing medication therapy for transplant patients in collaboration with other health care practitioners. Pharmacist will actively promote medication safety through the identification and analysis of adverse drug events and medication incidents, developing and implementing evidence-based and or cost-savings initiatives, and providing educational expertise and support within the hospital when required to meet the goals of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Qualified candidates must have a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy
• NJ license as a Registered Pharmacist
• Completion of PGY1 Pharmacy Residency training
• Candidates should be self-motivated, have good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Preferred

• Board Certification in Solid Organ Transplantation Pharmacotherapy
• Completion of PGY2 Pharmacy Residency training in Solid Organ Transplant Pharmacy or a minimum of 3years experience in transplant pharmacy practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The major job responsibilities of this position are to:

• Provide pharmaceutical care to patients evaluated by the Heart Transplant or Lung Transplant service in the inpatient and or ambulatory care setting
• Serve as a pharmacotherapy resource for licensed independent practitioners, nurses, and other healthcare disciplines
• Educate patients and various healthcare disciplines on appropriate medication use in the transplant patient population
• Support the PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program and other department and hospital initiatives as needed
• Ensure compliance with all hospital and regulatory requirements for Heart and or Lung Organ Transplant Programs

The following activities are components of the position to assist in meeting the major job responsibilities:

• Participate in daily patient care activities and optimize pharmacotherapy management in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary Heart and or Lung Transplant team.
• Provide education and counseling to transplant patients regarding their medication use
• Monitor drug therapy to evaluate appropriateness of use, dosing regimen, and potential for medication safety concerns. ex: therapeutic duplication, drug interactions. Provide pharmacotherapy consultations and other medication-related support as requested.
• Prevent, detect, monitor, document, and report adverse drug reactions and medications errors.
• Serve as a primary preceptor for the PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency Program and participate in the overall teaching and mentorship of pharmacy residents.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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