At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

　　The Clinical Pharmacist participates in clinical programs and initiatives 50-90% of the time with a consistency in schedule. The Clinical Pharmacist ensures safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies.

　　Essential Job Functions

　　Activities may include but are not limited to medication management activities typically for a specific clinical area of focus or patient population

　　Participate in clinical programs to improve patient care, optimize medication therapy and promote health and disease prevention

　　Perform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomes

　　Maintain proficiency in order processing and support pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability

　　Engage in and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resources

　　Collaborate and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy team members, other health care professionals, and leaders to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programs

　　Identify, document and resolve potential and actual adverse medication events; may evaluate and report on data event reporting system for trending and prevention purposes

　　Perform medication education to ensure improved patient/associate understanding and compliance consistent with department guidance

　　Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assigned

　　This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

　　Licensing/Certification

　　Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)

　　Valid state issued ID (required)

　　BLS Basic Life Support (preferred)

　　Immunization Certified (preferred)

　　Education

　　Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)

　　Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)

　　Work Experience

　　Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform pharmaceutical assessments and develop patient management plans (required)

　　Pharmacy residency or 3 years equivalent experience; General pharmacotherapy certification (BCPS) or other certification approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (preferred)

　　Training

　　Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)

　　Language

　　None

　　Patient Population

　　Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

　　Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​

　　Neonates (0-4 weeks)

　　Infant (1-12 months)

　　Pediatrics (1-12 years)

　　Adolescents (13-17 years)

　　Adults (18-64 years)

　　Geriatrics (65 years and older)

　　Working Conditions

　　Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

　　General office environment.

　　May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

　　May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

　　May have periods of constant interruptions.

　　Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

　　Prolonged periods of working alone.

　　* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

　　Physical Requirements

　　Physical Demands

　　Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

　　Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X

　　Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X

　　Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X

　　Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X

　　Stoop, Kneel X

　　Crawling X

　　Climbing X

　　Balance X

　　Bending X

　　Work Position

　　Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

　　Sitting X

　　Walking X

　　Standing X

　　Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

　　Physical Requirements

　　Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

　　Perform shift work

　　Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

　　Reach above shoulder

　　Repetitive arm/hand movements

　　Finger Dexterity

　　Acuity – far

　　Acuity – near

　　Hazards

　　Depth perception

　　Use of Latex products

　　Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

　　Exposure to moving mechanical parts

　　Exposure to dust/fumes

　　Exposure to high pitched noises

　　Skills

　　Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements

　　Handle hazardous drugs

　　Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation

　　Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databases

　　Advanced knowledge of medications, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost

　　Regulatory compliance

　　Develop SMART goals and objectives

　　Utilize SBAR format

　　Provide medication education

　　Analytical skills - database management, data presentation, data and metrics interpreting

　　Teamwork

　　Attention to detail

　　Critical thinking

　　Customer service for internal and external customers

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills

　　Coaching and mentoring

　　Organization

　　Stress management

　　Relationship building

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

　　All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]