What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist - Acute Care position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
Empower pediatric care through clinical excellence.
If you're passionate about Pediatric Hematology and Oncology and eager to maintain a strong foundation across diverse pediatric specialties, this role offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity.
What You'll Do:
- Deliver expert pharmacy support across126pediatric beds, primarily onday shift.
- Train and rotate through:
- Inpatient Hematology/Oncology/GI
- General Pediatrics(Endocrine, Renal, Cardiac,Solid Organ Transplants including livers, kidneys, and hearts)
- Ambulatory Infusion Center
- Optional:Ambulatory Hematology/Oncologyand Rheumatology
- Staff every 4thweekend, providing dedicated pediatric clinical coverage rotating through day or evening shift.
Beyond the Bench:
- Participate in order optimization within the electronic medical record and patient safety initiatives
- Partner with medical staff to ensure seamless transitions of care
Why Join UVA Health?
Be part of a Magnet-recognized institution committed to excellence in patient care and pharmacy leadership. You would join an oncology pharmacy team that are experts in their field that participate in ongoing research and participation nationwide.
Position Benefits Include:
- Pharmacist Progression Pathway and leadership development opportunities
- A collaborative culture dedicated to innovation, healing, and transforming care
- Paid parental leave
- No clinical on-call requirement
Minimum Qualifications -
- Education: Bachelor's in Pharmacy or Pharm. D Degree required.
- Experience: PGY-1 residency required or equivalent hospital experience. (3.years). PGY-2 residency is preferred for specialty areas.
- Licensure/Certifications: Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Pharmacy. License required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider. BLS certification required
Physical Demands -
Job requires standing and traveling for prolonged periods. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull < 20lbs. May be exposed to chemicals
Onboarding Requirements
Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.
The starting base rate for this role is $64.37 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
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