Pharmacist Specialist

Job Title: Pharmacist Specialist

Location: Community Medical Center

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req #: 0000273289

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $149,200.00 - $188,100.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Pharmacist Specialist - RWJBarnabas Health

The Pharmacist Specialist plays a critical role in providing advanced clinical pharmacy services, with a specialized focus in Internal Medicine and Transitions of Care. This position is responsible for delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients across all age groups, exercising independent clinical judgment to support safe, effective, and appropriate medication management. Working collaboratively with physicians, pharmacy personnel, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals, the Pharmacist Specialist supports clinical pharmacy operations, quality improvement initiatives, medication utilization programs, and the coordination of patient care. This individual also contributes to staff education, professional development, and the advancement of clinical pharmacy services throughout the hospital.

A typical day for a Pharmacist Specialist may include:

• Providing comprehensive clinical pharmacy services within the areas of Internal Medicine and Transitions of Care to support safe, effective, and appropriate medication management
• Delivering pharmaceutical care to patients across all age groups, including geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and neonatal populations
• Preparing, dispensing, and monitoring medications and intravenous admixtures while evaluating prescribing practices and medication effectiveness
• Exercising independent clinical judgment when assessing medication-related concerns and providing recommendations to support optimal patient outcomes
• Participating in multidisciplinary patient care rounds and collaborating with physicians, nursing personnel, and other healthcare professionals to address medication-related needs
• Providing clinical medication information and recommendations to physicians, pharmacy personnel, healthcare practitioners, and patients
• Assisting the Director and Assistant Director of Pharmacy, as well as the Clinical Coordinator, with the coordination and supervision of clinical pharmacy activities
• Supporting quality improvement and quality assurance initiatives related to the delivery of pharmaceutical care
• Planning, organizing, analyzing, and compiling facility medication utilization programs to support appropriate medication use and clinical effectiveness
• Assisting with the development and implementation of cost-containment initiatives and pharmacy-related research activities
• Participating in medication error and adverse drug reaction reporting programs to promote medication safety and continuous quality improvement
• Supporting compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, risk reduction initiatives, and applicable organizational and departmental policies and procedures related to medication management
• Participating in ongoing education and training for pharmacy staff and pharmacy residents to support clinical knowledge and professional development
• Assisting with the orientation and training of new employees, students, nursing personnel, and medical staff
• Maintaining familiarity with hospital pharmacy practices, applicable federal and state regulations, and the interrelationships between the Pharmacy Department and other hospital departments
• Promoting positive professional relationships and actively contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment
• Performing additional duties as assigned to support clinical pharmacy operations and the delivery of high-quality patient care

This role might be for you if:

• You are passionate about advancing patient care through evidence-informed clinical pharmacy practice, particularly in Internal Medicine and Transitions of Care
• Strong clinical judgment and independent decision-making guide your approach to medication evaluation and pharmaceutical care
• You enjoy collaborating with physicians, nurses, pharmacy personnel, and other healthcare professionals to support coordinated, patient-centered care
• You are skilled at communicating complex medication-related information and providing clinical recommendations to healthcare providers and patients
• You value clinical education and enjoy sharing your knowledge with pharmacy residents, students, and other members of the healthcare team
• You demonstrate leadership, initiative, and the ability to support the coordination and advancement of clinical pharmacy services
• You are interested in medication utilization, quality improvement, research, and initiatives that promote safe and cost-effective medication practices
• You recognize the importance of regulatory compliance, medication safety, and continuous professional development
• You are committed to fostering positive working relationships and contributing to a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare environment

To be considered for this Pharmacist Specialist opportunity:

• Graduate of a college of pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), with a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree required
• Successful completion of a Postgraduate Year One (PGY1) Pharmacy Residency required
• Successful completion of a Postgraduate Year Two (PGY2) Residency in Internal Medicine or Ambulatory Care preferred
• Board certification in Pharmacotherapy or Ambulatory Care preferred
• Current New Jersey State license as a Registered Pharmacist in good standing, or eligibility for licensure, required
• Familiarity with all phases of hospital pharmacy practice and a working knowledge of public health matters, as well as federal and state laws regulating the professional and hospital practice of pharmacy
• Understanding of the role of the Hospital Pharmacy Department within the hospital and its interrelationships with other departments and functions