Clinical Pharmacist Manager

Job Description

The UW Medicine Center Northwest Inpatient Pharmacy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist Manager.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-Time / 40 hours per week

Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Assist the Assistant Director with the implementation and ongoing evaluation of the clinical services provided by UWMC Pharmacy and functions as a working leader in providing direct supervision for the inpatient and ambulatory clinical pharmacists

Perform specific leadership functions for Pharmacy Services related to clinical practice education and standards of pharmaceutical care such as recommending appropriate pharmaceutical therapy influencing standards of therapy and developing new clinical pharmacy services

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

UW MedicinesPharmacy Departmentprovides high-quality and comprehensive pharmacy services to our patients and providers. Our team of specially trained pharmacists and technicians work closely with doctors and nurses to ensure our patients receive the best medication therapy for their condition.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the daily activities of the clinical pharmacists and provide direct supervision of assigned staff.

• Develop and maintain practice standards for inpatient and ambulatory clinical pharmacist services.

• Assist in planning developing organizing and evaluating pharmacy services.

• Develop and maintain indices of clinical competence for clinical pharmacists.

• Coordinate the Pharmacy input in care pathways and treatment protocols.

• Develop and maintain practice standards for inpatient and ambulatory clinical pharmacist services.

• Conduct and assist in the recruitment of clinical pharmacists and pharmacy staff as applicable to the clinical programs.

• Coordinate pharmacist involvement in drug cost savings and quality improvement initiatives.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).

Eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of Washington.

ASHP-accredited Residency preferred.

Three to five years of experience as a clinical pharmacist preferred.

Demonstrated leadership abilities.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT

State of Washington Pharmacist License.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical CenterNorthwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical surgical and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center andSpecialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.