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Acute Care Pediatric Pharmacist

Job Summary

The Pharmacist ensures the delivery of safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy, focusing on patient outcomes and quality of life. They develop and monitor evidence-based pharmacotherapy care plans, assess medication appropriateness, safety, and adherence, and monitor laboratory and patient parameters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide pharmaceutical care to designated patient care areas, coordinating resources for efficient service.
  • Interpret and clarify physicians’ medication orders, review patient medication profiles for interactions and contraindications.
  • Recommend formulary alternatives and advise healthcare professionals on drug therapy issues.
  • Consult on laboratory results, provide drug information, and conduct discharge medication consultations.
  • Participate in rounds, calculate dosages, verify orders, and prepare compounded sterile medications.
  • Supervise pharmacy technicians, students, and interns, ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards.
  • Collaborate with medical staff to resolve pharmacy-related issues and assist in policy reviews.
  • Qualifications & Skills

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy required; Doctoral Degree preferred.
    • Strong knowledge of pharmacotherapy, drug interactions, and clinical pharmacy practices.
    • Excellent communication, teamwork, and supervisory skills.
    • Ability to interpret lab results, calculate dosages, and prepare sterile medications using aseptic techniques.

    This role is performed in a clinical environment, emphasizing patient safety, quality care, and collaborative teamwork. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and impactful patient care.

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