As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 135 Corporate Woods, Ste 320, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 900398 URMC Accountable Care Network Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCE 219 Compensation Range: $131,300.00 - $170,438.00 _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ **Responsibilities:** Provisions comprehensive clinical pharmacy services related to their area of practice to optimize safe, effective and cost-effective drug therapy. The clinical pharmacy specialist is responsible for the provision of comprehensive clinical pharmacy services related to their area of practice to optimize safe, effective and cost-effective drug therapy. Activities may include participation as a member of an inter-disciplinary patient care team, provision of pharmacotherapeutic and pharmacokinetic consults, comprehensive medication management (CMM), comprehensive medication review (CMR) patient and provider education, development of best practice guidelines, policies, and/or procedures related to pharmacotherapy, and active committee membership on departmental and/or interdisciplinary teams. The clinical pharmacy specialist serves as a leader for the department in their specialty area of practice, organizing appropriate departmental initiatives and providing education and teaching for pharmacy colleagues, providers and trainees at all levels of practice. The primary care clinical pharmacy specialist will also have a working knowledge of the operational aspects of the department and will contribute to the overall objectives of the department as an integrated member of the pharmacy practice team. The clinical pharmacy specialist provides supervision of pharmacy technicians as defined by NYS Laws and Regulations. The Level III clinical pharmacy specialist is Post Graduate Year 1 (PGY1) and Post Graduate Year 2 (PGY2) trained in the specialty (or equivalent clinical experience), and is board certified in the relevant specialty area. The Level III specialist will commonly be recognized locally and nationally for their expertise within their specialty, and will be sought after for educational speaking engagements, or committee/task force participation. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** + _Clinical Pharmacy Practice:_ Primary focus will be on maximizing the value of medication therapy for members of the primary care population, with emphasis on those with chronic or complex diseases and/or high utilization patterns. The Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist will focus on population health, be able to use data, and will lead and participate in medication optimization initiatives + Provides comprehensive clinical pharmacy services for a specialized area of pharmacy practice including:Participates on inter-disciplinary patient care team rounds as appropriate to the specialty, provides consultative input on safe and effective drug therapy, manages established clinical pharmacy programs or services, monitors assigned patient populations for clinical progress including renal/hepatic function, culture results, and other applicable laboratory tests,recommends adjustments to therapy as necessary,provides patient education and discharge counseling, authorizes/verifies orders, supervises drug distribution when appropriate and required. + Documents clinical pharmacy activities as appropriate in the medical record or other systems (e.g., electronic medical record, event reporting system, etc.).Works collaboratively with other clinicians and health-care providers to implement and maintain innovative disease or comprehensive medication management programs and clinical pharmacy services. + Directs and supervises the work of technicians to ensure appropriate workflow as required. + Participates in the development of global medication use management programs within the University of Rochester Medical Center including clinical guidelines, critical pathways, disease management and drug use programs. + Provides clinical leadership in area of specialty by serving as a mentor, coach and role model for all pharmacists in the department.Recognizes the need for mentoring and education and reach out in a positive and constructive way to facilitate learning and professional growth. + Conducts QA, MUE, or other research to document the value and contribution of clinical pharmacy services at URMC within area of specialization.Participates in departmental Q/A processes such as reporting and following up on medication incidents,cost-savings initiatives, etc. + Liaise with healthcare professionals and clinical services across the AHP and URMC network. Develop and foster positive collaboration with payers, providers, pharmacists and other clinic staff. Continues to advance the practice of pharmacy through publications, research, presentation at local, state or national conference meetings. + _Training_ Maintains a personal and professional commitment to the training of future generations of pharmacists as exemplified by serving as a preceptor for pharmacy residency training programs offered at the University of Rochester Medical Center, contributes to student training experiences for IPPE and APPE rotations as assigned, provides didactic lectures, case studies and other interactive teaching programs to pharmacy students, pharmacy residents, and pharmacists.Provides didactic lectures to various divisions and departments of the medical center as requested including nursing, medical/surgical residents and students training in allied health professions. + _Problem Solving_ Resolves problems with appropriate and direct communication to all pertinent staff in a clear and concise manner. Identifies patient care problems and does not pass on problems to the next shift without exhausting reasonable attempts at resolution and communicating progress. Problem solving will often go beyond patient-specific issues, and may require participation on interdisciplinary teams or revising hospital or departmental policy, procedures or treatment guidelines. Contacts supervisor for assistance when solution is beyond his/her expertise or authority. + _Service_ Holds active membership and participates in local, regional and national professional organizations in clinical pharmacy and/or specialty areas of practice.Conducts presentation of clinical education or research results at local, regional and/or national meetings.Provision of continuing professional education to peers in the community, region, and/or nationally. Recognition of expertise in specialty area of practice at a local and national level.Serves on departmental, hospital or medical center committees or task forces. + Other duties as assigned. **MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE** + Doctor of Pharmacy degree and 3 years of specialty clinical pharmacy practice experience with progressive systems responsibilities required + Specialty residency training preferred + Or equivalent combination of education and experience **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS** + PHARMD - Licensed Pharmacist with certification in the relevant specialty area upon hire required The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. 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