Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Bone Marrow Transplant

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• Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team?
• At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve.
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• As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.
• Overview The Clinical Pharmacy Specialists provides pharmaceutical care to all patients consistent with the goals and objectives of the hospital and the pharmacy department.
• The pharmacist will participate as an integral member of the care team and serve as the drug therapy expert for their designated area.
• Complex therapies, drug-related problems, care plan coordination, and transitions of care activities will be identified and mitigated if needed.
• Pharmacists are expected to focus the full potential of their knowledge and experience on the assessment and improvement of patient care, which includes providing education to the multidisciplinary care team and participating in protocol and order set development.
• Role may allow for remote work based on the needs of the department at the discretion of the manager/supervisor.
• At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls.
• A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.
• Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates.
• Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization.
• New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005.
• If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination.
• If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

Provides patient-focused pharmaceutical care through rational, safe, and cost-effective drug therapy evaluation, management, recommendations, and patient education. Participates in the development and presentation of orientation, education, and training programs to patients, pharmacy, medical, and nursing staff and to other parties as appropriate upon request. Participates in departmental quality improvement projects upon request and facilitates effective communication regarding initiatives to appropriate parties. Maintains competence required for current job title/position and engages in professional self-development.

Qualifications

Other RPH/Pharm.D. and 7 or more years experience Must be able to demonstrate activities consistent with Clinical Specialists position description in previous experience Licensed Pharmacist - MO Employees must obtain Licensed Pharmacist - MO or equivalent within 90 days PHARM LIC MO Licensed Pharmacist - MO or proof of pharmacy technician license, pharmacy intern license, or application submitted to board of pharmacy prior to hire with pharmacist license obtained within 90 days of hire. Required 90 Days PHARM LIC KS Licensed Pharmacist - KS or proof of pharmacy technician license, pharmacy intern license, or application submitted to board of pharmacy prior to hire with pharmacist license obtained within 90 days of hire. Only if primary work location is in Kansas. Required 90 Days Specialty Certification Preferred Upon Hire Benefits at Children's Mercy The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits. Starting Pay Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $60.71/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience. Remote Work/Work from Home This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home. EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free. CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.