Clinical Pharmacy Specialist- Infectious Disease - Cincinnati Medical Group

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. 

Infectious Disease - Ambulatory Care

The Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist will optimize drug therapy outcomes by providing high quality, cost-effective health care; influencing prescribing behaviors; identifying, preventing and resolving drug-related problems; and educating health care personnel regarding drug therapy.

Participate in clinical programs to improve patient care, including but not limited to participating in in-person or telephonic pharmaceutical care clinics, therapeutic drug monitoring programs, participate in consult agreements, and programs to support state-wide initiatives.

Current practice for this role involves but is not limited to:

• Managing OPAT patients; responsibilities include completing a referral note within 48 hours of hospital discharge, monitoring weekly (or 2x weekly) labs, managing side effects, aiding in transitions of care concerns, following clinical progress, and determining plan of care at end of therapy

• Rounds with each RN/MD team to review OPAT list

• Aid in HIV and PrEP counseling and medication management (including prior auths and insurance concerns where needed)

• Aid in TDM for long term antifungals

• Organize and facilitate PGY1 ID rotation for The Jewish Hospital – Mercy Health’s Residency Program

• Answer any drug information questions from MDs, RNs, inpatient pharmacists etc.

Education: 

·        Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)  

·        Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred) 

Required Licensing & Certifications: 

·        Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required) 

·        Valid state issued ID (required)  ·     

·        Immunization Certified (preferred) 

Experience: 

·        2 years of recent experience in an acute care setting (required)  

·        1 year of leadership experience (preferred) 

Skills & Abilities: 

·        Monitor patient conditions during treatment 

·        Administer non-intravenous medications 

·        Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care 

·        Record patient medical histories 

·        Budgeting & Financial Acumen 

·        Evaluate employee performance 

·        Analyzing data or information 

·        Scheduling 

·        Attention to detail 

·        Acceptance of authority 

·        Critical thinking 

·        Communication with family members 

·        Teamwork 

·        Conflict resolution 

·        Active listening 

·        Relationship building 

·        Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirement 

·        Handle hazardous drugs 

·        Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation 

·        Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databases 

·        Subject matter expert for medications in area of practice, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost 

·        Regulatory compliance 

·        Develop SMART goals and objectives 

·        Utilize SBAR format 

·        Provide medication education 

·        Analytical skills - database management, data presentation, data and metrics interpreting 

·        Work in a complex team environment 

·        Attention to detail 

·        Critical thinking 

·        Customer service for internal and external customers 

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

·        Coaching and mentoring 

·        Organization 

·        Stress management 

·        Relationship building 

·        Time-management 

Training: 

·        EPIC Electronic Health Record (preferred) 

·        Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required) 

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com