Clinical Pharmacy Coordinator, Investigational Drug Services

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

21h

About The Position

Manages clinical activities, priorities, and problems, pharmacist staffing and workloads. Provides status report to pharmacy management effectively communicating issues, concerns, and suggestions as appropriate. Manages and develops clinical initiatives and determines therapeutic alternatives when drug shortages are identified and communicates with medical staff leadership and key stakeholders. Assists with budget preparation and daily financial activity specifically in relation to high cost drugs. Assists with budget preparation and daily financial activity specifically in relation to high cost drugs. Assists the Director and Assistant Vice President of Pharmacy with meeting administrative goals and objectives. IDS experience needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree - Bachelor of Science degree
• PharmD from ACPE accredited school of pharmacy
• 2 years of experience required or equivalent pharmacy residency experience
• English (speaking, reading, writing)
• (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) required by start date Upon Hire
• Eligible for licensure by Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) Upon Hire
• Texas license with TSBP within 30 days of date of hire

Responsibilities

• Performs job responsibilities in accordance with organizational and departmental policies and procedures, performance improvement objectives and environmental/infection control standards. Develops/implements process to meet/comply with JCAHO and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates staff development, training, competencies, certification, and continued education. Develop, implement, and manage the clinical practice of the staff and department. Assists clinical staff pharmacists with therapeutic monitoring, patient assessments, interpretation of lab values, TPN assessment and pharmacokinetic calculations. Identify opportunities for process improvements, and develop and implement policies and procedures for prompt, safe and efficient patient care.
• Actively promotes pharmacy. Coordinates and participates in multidisciplinary in-services/meetings, publishes articles (i.e. staff newsletter), individualized drug information, rounds, consults, etc. Maintains high visibility/availability through participation in in-services, meetings, and daily activities. Participates in the education/experiential training of pharmacy students.
• Actively manage P&T initiatives through monitoring of documented interventions. Verifies data, develops measures and reports outcomes (Performance Improvement). Supports cost savings initiatives. Has active role in assessment and selection of cost effective pharmaceuticals. Reviews formulary addition request and develops monographs for presentation. Manage the formulary system and procedures for acquisition of NF product.
• Consistently works and problem solves independently and effectively. Takes charge when necessary and is looked to for direction. Makes the right decisions and uses good judgment. Cross trained and multifunctional maintaining competency in multiple areas.
• Manages/Mentors clinical staff pharmacists and supportive personnel. Delegates appropriate/reasonable tasks and evaluates performance. Represents Pharmacy Department at P&T Committee and Service Line Meetings.
• Performs computer order entry in an accurate, thorough and timely manner. Reviews/updates medication profiles (therapies, allergies, height, weight, etc) and is cognizant of patient charges. Reviews medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness, duplications, interactions, overall effectiveness, and safety. Seeks clarification if necessary and documents interventions (i.e. ADRs).
• Actively enhances personal growth and development by participating in educational programs, literature searches, in-service and meetings. Actively participates in new employee orientation and training and evaluations.
• Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
• Takes ownership in solving problems effectively, efficiently and to the satisfaction of the patient.
• Presents constructive feedback regarding system or process failures and participates in resolution in a proactive and positive manner.
• Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with University Medical Center policy.
• Consistently maintains control of feelings, emotions and body language.
• Demonstrates through verbal and non-verbal communications openness to change or new ideas. Willingly learns and adapts to changes in work environment and new work methods as introduced. Demonstrates flexibility to fluctuating workload and effectively prioritizes assignments.
• Exhibits a positive attitude in support of the hospital and management, including decisions made by administration and/or management. Treats hospital resources and property with respect and in a manner that reflects awareness of financial responsibility.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, and corporate compliance. Including personal demeanor, appearance, and hygiene that are appropriate for the work environment.
• Responds to all reasonable requests in an appropriate and timely manner and communicates in a concise and positive manner.
• Tolerates differences within the work environment and consistently deals with all customers in a respectful manner.
• Supports teamwork and cooperation with co-workers in daily activities. Readily volunteers assistance to help co-workers complete their tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level