What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consultant Pharmacist position at trinityhealth?
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Purpose: provides expert medication management and safety guidance, primarily reviewing patient regimens for appropriateness, effectiveness, and interactions, collaborating with providers to optimize therapy, ensure regulatory compliance, and act as a patient advocate for safe, cost-effective drug use. The focus is on the why and how medications are used, not just dispensing, by performing in-depth medication reviews and developing protocols. What you will do: Medication Regimen Reviews: Conduct comprehensive reviews (MRRs) to check for drug interactions, side effects, duplication, and appropriateness for the patient's health status, often reviewing charts, labs, and notes. Collaboration: Work with doctors, nurses, and caregivers to resolve medication-related problems and implement safer plans. Patient Education & Advocacy: Advise patients and their families on medication use, serving as a crucial link in care. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure facilities meet standards from bodies like CMS and The Joint Commission, overseeing storage and administration. Policy & Protocol Development: Create and implement facility-wide policies, treatment guidelines, and drug utilization reviews. Monitoring & Reporting: Track medication usage trends, investigate incidents, and report findings to improve overall pharmacy services. Minimum Qualifications: Education Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited program Licensure Active pharmacist license in the state of Florida Experience 3–5 years of hospital or clinical pharmacy experience Certifications (Preferred) Board Certification (e.g., BCPS, BCCCP, BCIDP, BCOP) Key Skills & Competencies Strong clinical judgment and pharmacotherapy knowledge Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills Analytical and problem-solving abilities Attention to detail and commitment to patient safety Ability to interpret clinical data and apply evidence-based guidelines Leadership and mentoring capabilities Position Highlights and Benefits · Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance. · We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. · We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners. Ministry/Facility Information: Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health. We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care. undefined We are the only Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties and are not for profit. We are part of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Together, we serve people and communities in 21 states from coast to coast, providing nearly 2.8 million visits annually. undefined Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work undefined Retirement savings program with employer matching Legal Info We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.