The University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Pharmaceutical Care is seeking an Pediatric Operations Pharmacist-to join our team. The Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical care to the pediatric acute care population within Stead Family Children’s Hospital. This role will support University of Iowa Health Care’s tripartite mission of education, research, and patient care and service while upholding the highest standards for a safe, effective, and efficient medication distribution.

In Stead Family Children’s Hospital, clinical pediatric pharmacists are integral to all facets of patient care, encompassing therapeutic drug monitoring, medication reconciliation, medication education, and precepting pharmacy learners. This role will support the highest level of safe and effective patient care via thorough clinical review and verification of medication orders. In addition, all members of the pharmacy team collaborate daily with members of the interdisciplinary team, including licensed independent practitioners, medical students and residents, nurses, social workers, and care coordinators. Flexible Scheduling (Including 7‑on/7‑off or Weekend Option).

Selective candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Position Duties:

Provides Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM)

Evaluate medication orders to ensure accuracy and appropriateness
Follow policies and procedures pertinent to the patient care area
Assure pharmacokinetic assessment of drug dosing when indicated
Communicate with prescribers regarding patient medication needs
Identify, evaluate, and document adverse drug reactions
Provide drug information to multidisciplinary team
Add, confirm, or modify patient medication allergies within the electronic medical record
Complete medication history and reconciliation on all inpatients
Review and reconcile all medications upon patient transfer between clinical services
Review daily therapeutic monitoring information for all patients served by the patient care unit (and other patient care units covered by the pharmacist’s health care team)
Identify high-risk medication therapy by defined admission criteria and review as appropriate
Complete required competency exams as required by department

Documents Patient Care Activities Performed

Document medication error information into standard reporting system
Identify, evaluate, and take steps to avoid adverse drug reactions on all patients
Update patient allergies and patient-specific height and weight information whesn needed
Review and ensure correct medication histories are entered into the medical record
Provide and document medication counseling to patients for targeted populations
Document therapeutic drug monitoring assessments and recommendations following departmental policies and procedures

Coordinates Patient Communications/Interactions

Perform medication history and reconcile home medications with inpatient orders
Discuss drug allergy history
Conduct patient teaching classes (where appropriate)
For targeted high-risk populations, provide medication counseling at discharge

Spearheads Patient Care Initiatives

Coordinate medication orders written during assigned hours of duty
Follow-up on medication system problems
Carry out, through interventions and education, protocol antibiotic and DUE initiatives
Participate in multi-disciplinary initiatives
Serve on intra- and inter-departmental committees as required
Coordinate discharge planning activities

Provides Educational Services

Serve as preceptor for pharmacy students on clinical rotations sponsored by the UIHC Department of Pharmaceutical Care
Present in-service educational programs to staff nurses, physicians, and other members of the health care team
Present at and participate in other educational programs sponsored by the Department of Pharmaceutical Care, the College of Pharmacy, other UIHC departments, and state and national organizations
Coordinate/conduct patient medication education classes (where appropriate)

Participates in Research

The Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist may participate in research activities as available
This research can take on many forms including developmental, evaluative, and/or clinical research
It may be intradepartmental or multidisciplinary in format
Presentation and/or publication of research findings are encouraged.

Education Requirements:

Pharm. D. (Doctor of Pharmacy) degree or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
Current licensure by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners is required. Includes those eligible for obtaining this licensure.

Experience Requirements:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Job related experience with and/or commitment to service excellence is required
Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
Current or potential licensure by the date of hire by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners

Desired Qualifications:

One (1) year of applicable pharmacy experience is required
Satisfactory completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency in hospital pharmacy practice is desirable
Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency in pediatrics is highly desirable
One year or more of Pediatric health system pharmacy experience is highly desirable
Board certification in Pharmacotherapy or Pediatrics is highly desirable

Position and Application details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

Resume
Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact Teresa Walker at Teresa-Walker@uiowa.edu.

Pay Level: PK45 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan

Clinical Pharmacist- Pediatric Operations Pharmacist -Flexible Scheduling (Including 7-on/7-off or Weekend Option)

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