Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Emergency Medicine

Position Objective:

Responsible for carrying out Clinical Pharmacy services with primary practice in the area of Emergency Medicine. Promotes evidence-based pharmacotherapy and sound pharmaceutical care through the development of medication management protocols, drug therapy policies, and oversight of the medication reconciliation program. Serves as an Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacy resource for the health system.

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Conducts departmental activities to meet the goals, objectives and policies of the pharmacy department.

2. Participates in improvements in interdepartmental policies and procedures which support the Pharmacy Department and Hospital's strategic goals. Maintains accurate records as required by departmental policies/procedures and federal/state board regulations.

3. Completes all core competencies and documents clinical activities accurately according to policies and procedures. Supports the Investigational Drug Service in daily operations.

4. Serves as the medication expert in the Emergency Department and provides time-sensitive, accurate information for healthcare providers in acute scenarios.

5. Provides pharmaceutical preparation, dosing recommendations, and plays a vital role in resuscitation efforts during medical emergencies.

6. Completes pharmacotherapy drug class reviews, formal in-services, formulary additions/deletions, assimilation of evidence-based protocols/order sets, medication safety activities, and targeted medication expense reductions.

7. Oversees the medication reconciliation program and assists in performing medication reconciliation and education for patients at high risk for medication-related problems.

8. Serves as the pharmacy representative on multidisciplinary committees involving the Emergency Department and develops ED-specific educational programs, protocols, standard operating procedures, and order sets.

9. Educates healthcare providers on approved treatment guidelines and criteria to increase appropriate and cost-effective use of medications in the Emergency Department.

10. Serves as a clinical resource and mentor for Pharmacy School Students, Pharmacy Residents, and pharmacists to foster clinical excellence, professional growth, and evidence-based practice.

Educational/Experience Requirements:

The minimum level of education and experience for this position includes:

· Doctor of Pharmacy degree required.

· Completion of PGY-1 residency or 2 years of demonstrated clinical experience required.

· Completion of PGY-2 residency or board certification in emergency medicine or critical care preferred.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

· Current Maryland State License.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

· Light work: exerting up to 20 lbs occasionally, 10 lbs frequently, or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. If arm/leg controls require exertion beyond sedentary but the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated as light work.

· There is a reasonable expectation of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

· Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

· The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.