Clinical Pharmacist II - Ambulatory Clinics

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on providing pharmacy related services in the Cardiology Clinic at Tufts Medical Center.  In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Pharmacy Services duties including but not limited to: medication counseling, titration, and follow-up for the Advanced Heart Failure, General Cardiology, and Cardiac Subspecialty clinics.. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs.  The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education in Cardiology and Specialty Pharmacy.   An experienced level role that applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.  Works independently with general supervision, problems faced are difficult but typically not complex, and may influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices. 

Job Overview

Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Cardiology Clinics. Works independently, without direct supervision to direct and coordinate the activities of a pharmacy area which includes the direct supervision and coordination of both professional and support staff. Ensures pharmacy practice is performed within alignment of department policies and procedures. Responsible for promoting best pharmacy practices within the assigned area, within the constraints of state and federal laws, rules and regulations. Works to identify operational improvements in order to provide for the most efficient and high-quality pharmaceutical care possible in the assigned area of responsibility.  Clinical pharmacists (CP) work closely with other health practitioners to meet the various needs of our patients by reviewing medication appropriateness, monitoring drug therapies, and providing drug information.  This position improves the health of patients by providing pharmaceutical care to individual patients and by serving as a resource to physicians, nurses, and other health professionals. Provides leadership by facilitating the development, implementation, and maintenance of hospital and departmental systems that promote desirable patient outcomes.  Educates students, interns, residents, nurses and patients and they participate in drug therapy research. 

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. 1. Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy. 
2. 3. Three (3) years of related experience. 
3. 1. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). 
4. 3. Four (5) years of related experience Clinical pharmacy expertise with direct patient care experience required, either through residency training or prior job experience. 
5. 4. Prior supervisory experience. 

2. Pharmacist License.

Preferred Qualifications:

2. Board Certification.

Duties And Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 

1. Performs all aspects of a clinical pharmacist. 
2. Manages the day-to-day operation of a pharmacy area including professional and technical staff. 
3. Engages Department management or resolve operational, functional or technical issues when necessary.  
4. Promotes modern pharmacy practice with regards to clinical pharmacy practice.  
5. Ensures compliance with the Board of Registration in Pharmacy, the Department of Public Health, State Law, Federal Law, and professional pharmacy practice standards.  
6. Supports department wide initiatives, and proactively identifies new opportunities for operational improvements for the assigned pharmacy area. 
7. Communicates professionally with Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacy Department Staff and other healthcare professionals regarding medication related issues.  
8. Represents the Department of Pharmacy at organization wide meetings, committees and councils when necessary.   
9. Orients and trains pharmacy interns, residents, technician trainees, other students and newly hired personnel. 
10. Promotes teamwork and accountability in accordance with the values of the hospital.  

Physical Requirements:

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