Clinical Pharmacist directs and develops research of existing and new prescription drugs and conducts utilization reviews to develop guidelines for usage, prior authorization, and updates to formulary. Monitors patient data on drug therapies outcomes, reactions, and errors. Being a Clinical Pharmacist provides education and outreach to medical staff on prescribing guidelines, alternative drug therapies, and risk mitigation. Administers a prior authorization program. Additionally, Clinical Pharmacist requires a doctorate degree in pharmacy (Pharm.D.). Typically reports to a manager or supervisor. Requires Registered Pharmacist (RPh). Clinical Pharmacist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Provides quality and comprehensive pharmaceutical care to our patients to assure safe and effective drug therapy. Requires independent decision making, clinical judgment, and in-depth knowledge of current pharmacotherapy literature.
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist work directly with physicians, other health care professionals and patients to ensure that prescribed medications for patients contribute to the best possible health outcomes.
Individual professional goals established annually by Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in agreement with Clinical Pharmacy Manager and will be reviewed and included as a part of the evaluation process.