Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient Acute Care Services

UOVUNIUSR0077220EXTERNALENUS Ensures the safe and effective use of medications by providing medication order verification while assessing for optimal drug product selection dosage regimen design effective administration and drug therapy monitoring services in the UVA Medical Center. Monitors inpatient and outpatient drug therapies when appropriate and works with relating medical staff to find alternatives when needed to ensure the best care possible is being given.

This position is for the evening shift, and the anticipated schedule arrangement is four 10-hour shifts (12:00pm-10:30pm). This position is Monday-Thursday with no weekend requirement and no overnight requirement.

• Provides clinical pharmaceutical care to a variety of patients including surgery and cardiology service lines.
•  Enhances the quality of delivery of care.
•   Demonstrates proficiency in Pharmacy distributive services.
•  Supports the educational and professional development of the Pharmacy department.
•  Engages in professional self-development.
•  In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Why Join UVA Health?

Be part of a Magnet-recognized institution committed to excellence in patient care and pharmacy leadership. You would join a neurology pharmacy team that are experts in their field that participate in ongoing research and participation nationwide.

Position Benefits Include:

• Pharmacist Progression Pathway and leadership development opportunities
• A collaborative culture dedicated to innovation, healing, and transforming care
• Paid parental leave
• No clinical on-call requirement

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Pharmacy or Pharm. D Degree required.
• Experience: PGY-1 residency required or equivalent hospital experience. (3.years). PGY-2 residency is preferred for specialty areas.
• Licensure/Certifications: Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Pharmacy.  License required.  American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider.  BLS certification required

Physical Demands – Job requires sitting for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: typing.  Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull < 20lbs.  May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Onboarding Requirements

Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.

The starting base rate for this role is $64.37 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Certification and education support

• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.