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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Exempt)
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Exempt)Mercy • Fort Smith, AR, US
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Exempt)

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Exempt)

Mercy • Fort Smith, AR, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Clinical Specialty Pharmacist – Emergency Department

Join our dynamic Emergency Department team as a Clinical Specialty Pharmacist , where you'll play a critical role in patient care through expert medication management and collaboration with frontline clinical staff.

This position has a strong focus on medication history, including supervising and verifying the work of medication history technicians, as well as performing medication histories directly. You’ll be embedded in the Emergency Department, working side-by-side with nurses, providers, and other ED staff to ensure safe and effective medication use.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Provide real-time medication management recommendations to ED providers.
  • Process ED medication orders and respond to drug information requests.
  • Assist nurses with Omnicell-related issues and medication administration questions.
  • Serve as a clinical resource at the point of care, supporting safe and informed decision-making.

Additional Expectations :

  • On occasion, you may be asked to cover in the central phamracy either during meal breaks or for full shifts. Competency in central pharmacy operations is essential.
  • Flexibility, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset are key to success in this fast-paced, patient-centered environment.
  • Qualifications :

  • Education : Minimum requirement of Bachelor of Science (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) in pharmacy degree.
  • Licensure : Requires a current pharmacist license from state of practice.
  • Experience : Completed PGY-1 or 3 years hospital pharmacy experience in specialty area.
  • Preferred Experience : Completed PGY-2 in specality area.
  • Certifications : Eligible for Board of Pharmacy Specialties certification (preferred in area of specialty practice).
  • Key Responsibilities :

    1. Clinical Expertise and Patient Care :

  • Collaborate with ED physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to design, implement, and monitor individualized  medication therapy plans.
  • Provide real-time recommendations during medical emergencies, including trauma resuscitations, sepsis management, and cardiac  arrests (e.g., ACLS and PALS protocols).
  • Monitor and optimize drug therapy for acute and critically ill patients.
  • Ensure appropriate dosing, especially for high-risk and     narrow therapeutic index medications.
  • 2. Emergency Medicine Protocol Development :

  • Develop, implement, and review evidence-based             treatment protocols and guidelines tailored to                   emergency medicine.
  • Participate in antimicrobial stewardship by optimizing       antibiotic use in the ED.
  • Assist in the creation and revision of order sets for           rapid response scenarios (e.g., stroke, STEMI, and           anaphylaxis).
  • 3. Medication Safety and Quality Assurance :

  • Support medication reconciliation upon patient                 admission, transfer, and discharge.
  • Monitor for and prevent adverse drug events,                   medication errors, and interactions.
  • Contribute to quality improvement initiatives focused       on enhancing medication safety and patient outcomes     in the ED.
  • 4. Education and Training :

  • Provide education to ED staff, including physicians,         nurses, pharmacy students, and residents, on                   emergency pharmacotherapy and medication safety.
  • Precept pharmacy residents and students in clinical         rotations, fostering professional growth and                       development.
  • Stay current on advancements in emergency medicine     pharmacotherapy and disseminate knowledge through     formal and informal education.
  • 5. Leadership and Collaboration :

  • Serve as a subject matter expert in emergency                 medicine pharmacotherapy.
  • Actively participate in ED rounds, case discussions,         and multidisciplinary team meetings.
  • Collaborate with hospital committees to advance             clinical pharmacy practices in emergency care.
  • We Offer Great Benefits :

    Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

    We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

    At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

    What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

    Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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