Pharmacist Specialist in NEWARK, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Pediatrics Pharmacist Specialist

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req #: 0000251757

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $152,205.88 - $191,859.36 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.

Job Overview:

The Children's Hospital of New Jersey provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pediatric services that include a pediatric intensive care unit, pediatric emergency department, Valerie Fund Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, and a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit.

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services, the Pediatrics Clinical Pharmacist Specialist will be responsible for reviewing and optimizing medication therapy for neonatal/pediatric patients in collaboration with other health care practitioners; actively promoting medication safety through the identification and analysis of adverse drug events and medication incidents; developing and implementing evidence-based and/or cost-savings initiatives; and providing educational expertise and support to other departments within the hospital when required to meet the goals of the organization,

Qualifications:

Required:

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy
• Active unrestricted New Jersey Pharmacist License
• Postgraduate residency training or clinical experience in pediatric pharmacy practice as demonstrated by:
  • Completion of a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency in general practice and PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency, or
  • Completion of a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency with pediatric focus at dedicated children s hospital, or
  • A minimum of 3-years experience in pediatric clinical pharmacy practice

Preferred:

• Board Certification in Pediatric Pharmacy Specialty

Essential Functions:

• Provide pharmaceutical care to patients admitted to the Children s Hospital of New Jersey
• Work collaboratively and communicate timely and effectively with members of the healthcare team
• Serve as a pharmacotherapy resource for licensed independent practitioners, nurses, and other healthcare disciplines
• Educate patients, caregivers, and various healthcare disciplines on appropriate medication use in the neonatal/pediatric patient populations
• Participate as a representative on committees, system collaboratives, or service line meetings as a liaison for the pharmacy department or facility
• Develop and participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives designed to improve clinical outcomes
• Support the PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program and other department/hospital initiatives as needed
• Adhere to RWJBH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer