What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient position at Cleveland Clinic?
Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County since 1949, Marymount Hospital is a 269-registered bed acute care, faith-based hospital and became the first regional hospital to become a member of the Cleveland Clinic Healthcare System in 1995. This Magnet-recognized hospital maintains a strong commitment to the communities it serves through blending compassionate patient care with exceptional medical expertise. At Marymount Hospital, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare.
The Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist at Marymount Hospital plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within a community-focused hospital environment. Based in the first-floor pharmacy and supported by a collaborative team of approximately 36 caregivers, this primarily decentralized role supports general inpatient services across Med/Surg populations, offering strong exposure to psychiatric pharmacotherapy and a uniquely diverse patient population. The position blends clinical and operational responsibilities, including decentralized pharmacy services on nursing units and dispensing from the main pharmacy, while actively participating in patient education initiatives, residency program support, research opportunities, and interdisciplinary emergency responses such as codes and stroke alerts. With opportunities for cross-coverage in the ED and ICU (training provided), this role offers continuous learning in a dynamic, close-knit setting.
A caregiver in this role will work 7:00am to 3:30pm or 8:00am to 4:30pm. Evening shifts will be 12:30pm to 9:00pm and will occur to cover for PTO. Weekend requirements are 10 per year.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Minimum Annual Salary: $101,900.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $155,390.00
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
The Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist at Marymount Hospital plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within a community-focused hospital environment. Based in the first-floor pharmacy and supported by a collaborative team of approximately 36 caregivers, this primarily decentralized role supports general inpatient services across Med/Surg populations, offering strong exposure to psychiatric pharmacotherapy and a uniquely diverse patient population. The position blends clinical and operational responsibilities, including decentralized pharmacy services on nursing units and dispensing from the main pharmacy, while actively participating in patient education initiatives, residency program support, research opportunities, and interdisciplinary emergency responses such as codes and stroke alerts. With opportunities for cross-coverage in the ED and ICU (training provided), this role offers continuous learning in a dynamic, close-knit setting.
A caregiver in this role will work 7:00am to 3:30pm or 8:00am to 4:30pm. Evening shifts will be 12:30pm to 9:00pm and will occur to cover for PTO. Weekend requirements are 10 per year.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Provide safe, efficient, patient-centered, evidence-based medication services.
- Verify medication orders and/or dispense medications accurately according to state and federal regulations.
- Document services in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
- Ensure all pharmacy operations comply with national accreditation standards.
- Maintain professional interactions with patients to facilitate successful patient experiences.
- Educate and train students, residents, other caregivers, and/or patients.
- PharmD or Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy
- Current state licensure as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh) or eligible for reciprocation in current state within 90 days of hire
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross and completion of a Board of Pharmacy approved course in the administration of immunizations or certification obtained within 90 days (for individuals required to administer immunizations).
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA)or American Red Cross. For caregivers required to respond to adult or pediatric cardiopulmonary arrest, this is required within one year of hire
- Board certification
- Completion of a post-graduate year 1 residency (PGY1), fellowship or 2 years of relevant post-graduate pharmacy experience
- Post-graduate year 2 residency (PGY2) or relevant experience for Clinical Pharmacists hired in a specialized pharmacy practice area (i.e. Critical Care, Oncology)
- Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing and walking for prolonged times, approximately 75% of shift and continuously for extended periods of time.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer and dispensing functions of the job; ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Position often includes reaching, stretching, stooping, climbing steps and sitting.
- Must have normal or corrected vision.
- Must have ability to clearly communicate verbally by phone or in person
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Minimum Annual Salary: $101,900.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $155,390.00
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
Salary : $101,900 - $155,390