Job Details

This ad is expired.

PICU-Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist Specialist
Go to our website »

Position Number: 1710256
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

PICU-Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

Job Opening ID: 178487
Work Location: Michigan Medicine - Health Sys
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
FLSA Status: Exempt
Organizational Group: Um Hospital
Department: CW - Pharmacy
Posting Begin/End Date: 9/20/2019 12/06/2019
Salary:
Paid Time Off: Yes
Career Interest: Patient Care Services
Pharmacy

How to Apply
Applicants will only be considered after successful completion and submission of the following:

Completed application via the UM Careers website
Letter of Intent
Updated curriculum vitae

Job Summary
Join the Pharmacy team at the Michigan Medicine! The vision of Michigan Medicine is to create the future of health care through discovery and to become the national leader in health care, health care reform, biomedical innovation and education. As part of this world-class organization, the Department of Pharmacy Services has high standards for service, education, and research. Our Department has a rich history of excellence; you have the opportunity to join a world-class team to provide exceptional patient care and advance the Mission of Michigan Medicine. Work to assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of clinical services for the pediatric critical care services to ensure and promote the safe, rational, efficacious and cost-effective use of drug therapy in patients; to provide leadership for clinical services including developing guidelines and policies, developing quality improvement processes, and to assist in the clinical training of staff, residents and students

For more information about the UMHS Department of Pharmacy Services, see our annual report at: https://www.medicine.umich.edu/dept/pharmacy/pharmacy-annual-report

GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE

Health insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement plan
Opportunities to earn continuing education credits at in-house education programs

Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*
Patient Care

Assure the appropriateness of medication therapy through:
- Review of medication orders for clinical appropriateness based on patient specific conditions and concomitant therapies.
- Compound and accurately dispense medications, intravenous solutions and related supplies
- Formulate, prepare, and maintain quality control of pharmaceutical preparations
- Check medication preparation and oversee delegated pharmacy services performed by pharmacy technicians
- Communication with prescribers and providers regarding appropriateness of drug therapy and patient response to therapy.

Actively collaborate with the health care team designing, implementing and monitoring patient-specific pharmacotherapy; interviewing patients to obtain medication histories; counseling patients regarding proper drug dosage, administration, usage, and possible side effects; documenting pharmaceutical care activities
Provide assistance as a member of patient care team ensuring accurate medication use and documentation of medication administration in situations such as cardiac arrests
Assist in the development and implementation of new pharmacy services to support the Michigan Medicine's goals and objectives
Develop and implement quality improvement and process improvements to improve patient care and pharmacy services

Education

Pharmacists serve as preceptors for Doctor of Pharmacy students on a variety of practice experiences including Introductory Pharmacy Patient Experiences (IPPEs) and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs), and may provide didactic education for pharmacy students
Pharmacists serve as preceptors for pharmacy residents
May assist in the development and provision of medication-related educational and training programs

Research

May conduct or participate in research, drug use projects, cost reduction/management initiatives, and quality improvement activities consistent with Michigan Medicine's goals and objectives.

Additional pharmacy and patient care services may include but are not limited to:

Participation in appropriate hospital committees aligned with specialty services

Required Qualifications*

Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy or equivalent combination of education and experience
Certificate of completion from a PGY-2 Residency in Pediatrics, fellowship, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience in Pediatrics
Current licensure as a registered pharmacist by the State of Michigan Board of Pharmacy and a Michigan Controlled Substance License to practice pharmacy in the State of Michigan, or eligibility to become licensed within 60 days of employment start date
Able to perform all of the Duties and Responsibilities
Able to prioritize with accuracy and dependability
Demonstrate and apply excellent teamwork and communication skills
Effectively communicate with pharmacy team members, other healthcare professionals, employees, patients and visitors
Accurately and efficiently interpret and process medication orders, labels, and documentation
Ability to meet all of the above qualifications and requirements with or without reasonable accommodation

Desired Qualifications*

Relevant work experience in the area of practice
Applicable certification (e.g., board certification) related to the practice area

Work Schedule
This schedule for this position includes day shift with a weekend and holiday rotation.

Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. (eligibility for Licensure as a Pharmacist by the State of Michigan is necessary.)

Additional Information
SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position will report to Pharmacy Manager- Children's and Women's Pharmacy Services

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Pharmacists provide functional supervision of technical staff, residents, and students working in their area including completion of job assignments and assuring adherence to institutional policies and procedures.

Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

To apply, visit https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/178487/picu-pediatric_clinical_pharmacist_specialist