Pharmacy Specialist, Inpatient/Outpatient Transplant

Job Description Summary

MUSC Health is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Clinical Pharmacy Specialist to join our dynamic transplant team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team and utilize your specialized knowledge to optimize medication therapy for patients undergoing organ transplant.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000612 CHS - Pharmacy - IP (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-34

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

This position will have the opportunity to rotate through both inpatient and outpatient patient care areas in the liver, kidney, heart, and lung transplant populations. To excel in this role, you must possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and have completed a PGY2 residency in transplant or have equivalent clinical experience. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a positive impact on patients' health, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at MUSC Health.

• Oversee and optimize immunosuppressive medications, manage potential drug interactions, and monitor for drug toxicities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess patients' medication regimens and make recommendations for changes or adjustments as needed.
• Conduct thorough medication reviews and provide patient education on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of medication therapy and make necessary interventions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Serve as a resource for healthcare providers and other staff members regarding medication therapy for transplant patients. 
• Stay current with the latest developments and research in the field of transplant and incorporate new information into practice.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including medication histories, assessments, and interventions.
• Provide clinical guidance and support to pharmacy staff, including technicians, residents, and students.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians and nurses, to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care for transplant patients.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and policies related to pharmacy practice.
• Participate in professional development activities, such as continuing education, to maintain and enhance clinical skills and knowledge.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education: Doctor of Pharmacy or a Bachelor's degree in pharmacy. Completion of a pharmacy residency preferred. Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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