Company Overview

Rush University Medical Center is a leading academic medical institution, encompassing a 671-bed hospital for adults and children, the 61-bed Johnston R. Bowman Health Center, and Rush University. As home to one of the first medical colleges in the Midwest, Rush University is recognized nationally for its top-ranked nursing college and prestigious graduate programs in allied health, health systems management, and biomedical research. The medical center also offers over 70 highly selective residency and fellowship programs across medical and surgical specialties and subspecialties.

For more than 170 years, Rush has been at the forefront of medical innovation, pioneering life-saving treatments and advancing both basic and clinical research. Physicians and scientists at Rush are actively engaged in hundreds of research projects, focused on developing and evaluating new therapies and medical devices to enhance patient care.

Beyond its core missions of patient care, education, and research, Rush is deeply committed to community outreach. Through initiatives such as the Rush Community Services Initiatives Program, the institution supports multiple student-led outreach programs, designed to address the healthcare and social needs of residents in neighboring Chicago communities.

Summary

The Clinical Pharmacist Specialist plays a vital role in both direct and indirect patient care, focusing on education, medication safety, performance improvement, and consultation. This position is responsible for delivering both operational and clinical pharmacy services to a diverse patient population. The specialist exemplifies Rush’s mission, vision, and values, ensuring adherence to all Rush policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
Illinois Pharmacist License
A minimum of four years of Clinical Pharmacy experience OR completion of a PGY1 residency within the past seven years, including Clinical/Specialty Pharmacy experience
Proficiency in intravenous admixture services, IV drug therapy, and chemotherapy
Strong ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to provide safe and effective drug therapy
Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and efficiently

Preferred Qualifications:

BLS Certification
ACLS Certification (required upon hire if not already obtained)
Board Certification from the Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree with residency completion
Experience and strong knowledge in specialty drug therapies

Key Responsibilities:

Order verification, discharge counseling, and healthcare professional education
Review and verify Epic physician orders for accuracy, dosing, drug interactions, administration routes, and therapeutic effectiveness
Clarify prescriptions through direct, timely communication with prescribers
Provide patient-specific pharmacotherapy recommendations and drug information to medical and nursing staff
Document clinical interventions in line with pharmacy department protocols
Monitor pharmacy reports daily, including pharmacokinetics and patient-specific drug reports
Conduct monthly nursing unit inspections to ensure proper medication storage
Supervise pharmacy technicians, ensuring timely medication preparation and delivery
Coordinate medication ordering, preparation, dispensing, and administration systems
Implement Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee policies on drug use and formulary decisions
Participate in Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) and medication error reporting programs
Complete clinical and operational projects (e.g., Pyxis inventory optimization, process improvement initiatives)
Precept PGY1 and PGY2 pharmacy students and residents in both clinical and operational areas
Evaluate and interpret medical and drug literature to assess and compare treatment options
Implement medication safety initiatives based on departmental needs and research findings
Develop operational and clinical projects aligned with current departmental priorities
Serve as a liaison for interdisciplinary research and collaborative studies
Evaluate and monitor ambulatory care drug therapy in coordination with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
Actively participate in professional organizations to stay updated on industry standards and advancements

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