Jefferson Health Plans·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Clinical Pharmacist oversees the medication distribution system and ensures drug therapy is safe, effective, and indicated for patients. They are also responsible for training staff and precepting pharmacy students and residents.
Job Details The Clinical Pharmacist oversees the medication distribution system for their area of responsibility. In addition, the Clinical Pharmacist identifies, prevents, and resolves drug therapy problems by ensuring each medication is indicated, effective, safe, and convenient for the patient.
Essential Functions Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Assures the appropriateness of drug therapy and compliance with hospital policies Oversees the distribution of medications throughout TJUH Assures the implementation of processes to support delivery of quality Pharmacy services Trains staff as assigned (e.g., interns, technicians, residents and new pharmacists) Precepts student pharmacists AND pharmacy residents. See Preceptor Development & Evaluation Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required): Identify and document sentinel/serious events, near misses, medication errors and adverse reactions in the electronic event reporting system Promote and assure compliance with the hospital formulary and policies and procedures defined by the P & T Committee Demonstrate expertise in application of pharmacokinetic principles to complex patient problems Demonstrate expertise in application of the literature to develop evidence-based recommendations in support of patient care. Provide quality patient care in accordance with standards of practice, demonstrating high level expertise, competency, knowledge and skills Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Education: Doctor of Pharmacy Experience: Completion of PGY2 Pharmacy Specialty Residency PLUS 2 years of relevant experience; OR Completion of PGY1 Pharmacy Residency PLUS 4 years of relevant experience; OR Completion of no residency PLUS 7 years of relevant experience Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements: Pharmacist License in the State of Pennsylvania Board Certification from the Board of Pharmacy Specialties preferred. In lieu of board certification through Board of Pharmacy Specialties, specialized certification in the area of clinical practice by the pharmacist may be deemed acceptable. To be evaluated on a case-by- case basis by the pharmacy supervisor. Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Employee Entity Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. Primary Location Address 111 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance. For more benefits information, please click here
Requires a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and a Pennsylvania Pharmacist License. Candidates must have a combination of residency training and relevant experience, ranging from 2 to 7 years depending on the level of residency completed.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, pharmacy roles typically draw steady demand from hospitals, retail settings, and health systems that need licensed pharmacists who can step in quickly. These positions are competitive because employers often prioritize a valid Registered Pharmacist license, accredited pharmacy education, and any hospital exposure, even at the entry level. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to any inpatient or clinical experience.
