Job Description
Overview Job Summary A clinical specialist is able to perform all tasks of a clinical pharmacy (see Job Code 4473) and clinical pharmacy specialist (see Job Code 5918), Additionally, pharmacists in the Pharmacy Specialty job code are responsible for developing a practice in their area of specialty, including a strong relationship with the associated nursing unit(s)/department(s). Specialty pharmaists are expected to identify, implement, and monitor projects and programs proactively; participate in the hospital's MUE program; precept residents and students; and otherwise further the hospital's mission of serving its patients and becoming nationally recognized for clinical and service excellence. Requirements include a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and residency training (or demonstrated equivalent clinical experience). Excellent communication, organization, self-direction, and prioritization skills are required.
Qualifications Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Experience required: Education: Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited university with license to practice pharmacy in Alabama required. PGY-1 residency or equivalent clinical experience required; PGY-2 residency in related clinical area or equivalent clinical experience required.
Experience Prior experience preferred.
Additional Skills/Abilities Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must be proficient in mathematics. BCLS is required prior to the end of the orientation period and must be maintained as current. Obtains and maintains Board Certification in appropriate pharmacy specialty area, if applicable (e.g., an oncology specialist would maintain board certification in oncology (BCOP).
About Us Highlights of our hospitals Huntsville Hospital was recently named
Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report . With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to the U.S. Army's Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program.
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Huntsville Hospital Benefits:
We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!
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Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, Day shift,